Adult Support Worker (Days)

TN United Kingdom; Crewe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established support provider seeks dedicated Support Workers to empower young adults in their daily lives. This role offers the chance to make a real difference, providing essential support while fostering independence and well-being. Full training is provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Join a compassionate team committed to enhancing the lives of individuals with autism. If you're adaptable, self-motivated, and passionate about making a positive impact, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to support personal care needs of young adults.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults in their day-to-day lives.
• Attend appointments and organize social activities.
• Encourage independence and community involvement.

Skills

Compassionate and understanding

Excellent time management

Communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Self-motivated

Education

Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

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Are you Understanding, Empowering and Aspirational? If so, you could help our young adults make the best out of every day. We currently have vacancies in our Crewe home supporting our amazing individuals alongside an established team in the heart of the town. Previous experience isn't necessary as full training is provided. Hours consist of earlies, lates, double and some weekends as part of a rotating staff team.

Support Workers are the key to providing outstanding support to the young people in our care. While no two days are the same, consistency in approach is key. Can you:

• Help our adults to meet their personal care needs.
• Directly support our young adults in their day-to-day lives.
• Support all aspects of health and wellbeing.
• Attend appointments and organize social activities.
• Support opportunities in the community and actively encourage independence.
• Be compassionate and understanding.
• Possess excellent time management and communication skills.
• Be flexible, adaptable, and able to work effectively in various situations.
• Be self-motivated and committed to the role.
• Hold a Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification or be willing to work towards one.

The description is not intended as a total definition of the post, only an outline of the duties involved. You are expected to carry out other activities within the scope of the role as reasonably required by the Manager, according to the normal practice of iMap.

iMap reserves the right to close this advert earlier than the specified closing date should we receive a high number of applications.

About Company

iMap - Individuals Making Autism Positive, is an established support and education provider committed to increasing participation of children and adults with autism in all aspects of living and learning. Through understanding, we will empower each individual to achieve their aspirations.

DE&I

This position is exempt from the ‘Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974’ and, as such, the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure/with child and adult barred list checks via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

iMap Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If there is anything we can do to assist you in applying or during the interview process, please let us know.