Autism-Focused Night Support Specialist

Autism Initiatives Group of Companies; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Annual leave

Paid bank and public holidays

Cycle to work

Employee assistance programme

Free autism training

Induction training

Long service recognition

Performance review system

Job summary

Autism Initiatives Group of Companies is seeking a Full-Time Waking Night Support Worker (37.5 hours per week) to join our team. You will support individuals in daily living, education, work and leisure activities, with a strong emphasis on autistic-friendly, person-centred care.

Essential criteria include experience or knowledge of providing care, rota flexibility including weekends, and NISCC registration or application. A UK driving licence is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care or support.
• Flexibility to work on a rota including unsocial hours and weekends.
• NISCC registered or apply to register upon appointment.
• Desirable: Full UK Driving Licence (manual).

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in developing independence in activities of daily living.
• Assist with accessing work, education and leisure activities.
• Provide care and support during waking night shifts (8:30pm–8:00am).
• Collaborate with team to deliver person-centred support.

Skills

Care experience

Shift flexibility

Willingness to learn

Job description

Autism Initiatives Group of Companies is seeking a Full-Time Waking Night Support Worker (37.5 hours per week) to join our team. You will support individuals in daily living, education, work and leisure activities, with a strong emphasis on autistic-friendly, person-centred care.

Essential criteria include experience or knowledge of providing care, rota flexibility including weekends, and NISCC registration or application. A UK driving licence is desirable.