Autism Support Worker (Days)

NHS; Chilworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Autism Support Worker to join their team at a specialist residential service. The role involves assisting residents with daily living and promoting their independence. The successful candidate will work 42 hours a week and must have a positive attitude and strong communication skills. The position offers a starting rate of £12.86 per hour, training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Free Meal Whilst on Shift

NHS Blue Light Discount Card

Fully Paid Training and Induction

28 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)

Contributory pension scheme

Staff support services

Qualifications

• Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities is desirable.
• Understanding of Challenging Behaviour is desirable.
• Positive Attitude and Caring Approach is required.
• Strong Communication Skills are required.
• Able to work as part of a team is required.
• Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns is required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day lives.
• Assisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independence.
• Attending local community events, networks and venues.
• Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skills.
• Updating and recording resident records.
• Providing emotional and physical support.

Skills

Positive Attitude and Caring Approach

Strong Communication Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Understanding of Challenging Behaviour

Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities

Job description

Cygnet Group are currently looking for an experienced Autism Support Worker (Days) to join our team working at The Squirrels.About the RoleWe are offering a 42-hour contract, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month).
Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day livesAssisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independenceAttending local community events, networks and venues including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skillsUpdating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-beingProviding emotional and physical supportThe Service:
The Squirrels is a 9 bed specialist residential service for adults of working age with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

Main duties of the job

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About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

Cygnet Group are currently looking for an experienced Autism Support Worker (Days)to join our team working atThe Squirrels.

About the Role

We are offering a 42-hour contract, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month).

• Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day lives
• Assisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independence
• Attending local community events, networks and venues including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.
• Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skills
• Updating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-being
• Providing emotional and physical support

The Service:

The Squirrels is a 9 bed specialist residential service for adults of working age with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

Who We Care For:

• Adults from the age of 18 years and beyond.
• Individuals diagnosed with autism and/or learning disabilities.
• Those who may present challenging behaviours.
• Residents with communication challenges and complex needs.

What we look for in our Support Worker Team:

• Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities (Desirable)
• Understanding of Challenging Behaviour (Desirable)
• Positive Attitude and Caring Approach (Required)
• Strong Communication Skills (Required)
• Able to work as part of a team (Required)
• Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns to facilitate a range of community activities (Required)

Why Join Cygnet:

• Starting at £12.86 Per Hour rising to £13.36 Per Hour
• Free Meal Whilst on Shift
• NHS Blue Light Discount Card
• Fully Paid Training and Induction
• 28 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme
• A variety of staff support and benefit services via Cygnets online portal

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.