Band 3 Adult Autism Residential Hub Support Worker

Jarrodean Healthcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Jarrodean Healthcare is seeking a Band 3 Support Worker for the Autism Hub in Guernsey. This role offers a unique support environment to assist adults on the autism spectrum. Candidates should possess a NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience, along with compassionate teamwork skills. Generous salary and benefits including relocation support make this opportunity worthwhile.

Benefits

Annual bonus of £1,605

Higher-than-UK salary

Flat rate 20% income tax

No Council tax or VAT

Relocation payment of £5,000

On-site Staff Accommodation

Generous allowance for private rental accommodation

Friendly community with low crime

Qualifications

• At least three years experience as a Support Worker in Autism or Learning Disabilities setting.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification is desirable.
• Current full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support residents to live and thrive in their own homes.
• Deliver person-centred autism-specific support.
• Work as part of a specialist staff team.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Band 3 Support Worker to join the state-of-the-art Autism Hub team on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.

To note; a NVQ Level 3 qualification OR three years experience in a Learning Disabilities setting is required for this post and we regret that employer sponsorship is not offered with any Support Worker roles.

This exciting and unique hub consists of eight bespoke bungalows for adults on the autism spectrum; a communal outdoor sensory garden area and a multi-purpose gym/sensory room.

The Hub offers a person-centred autism-specific support package delivered by a specialist staff team to support the residents to live and thrive in their own homes, helping them to reach their full potential.

Please note; Guernsey has adopted the AfC banding system, but have applied their own salary scales.

The current Band 3 salary range is £29,348 to £34,356 plus an annual bonus of £1,605 and higher unsocial hours enhancements; 40% evening/Saturday and 80% Sunday/BH.

Annual leave starts at 36 days up to 42 days with full credit for NHS service for annual leave and sick leave.

The island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has some of the British Isles' finest and best-kept beaches, a mild and sunny climate, and an offbeat, historic harbor town in St. Peter's Port, the island's capital.

Person Requirements:

• At least three years experience as a Support Worker in an Autism or Learning Disabilities setting.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification is desirable - if you do not have this, you will be required to complete this as part of your role.
• Right to work in the UK or Guernsey (not requiring a new employer sponsorship).
• To hold a current, full UK driving licence.

The benefits of working in Guernsey include:

• A higher-than-UK salary.
• An annual bonus of £1,605.
• A flat rate 20% income tax.
• No Council tax or VAT.
• A relocation payment of £5,000*.
• On-site Staff Accommodation*.
• A generous allowance for private rental accommodation*.
• A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low.

*Full T&C in relocation directive.

We are a leading healthcare recruitment partner with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Learning Disabilities staff.

As a nurse-led consultancy, our detailed understanding of the complexity of such roles places us in an excellent position to match your skills with the specific requirements of our Recruiting Managers.

For an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com

If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.