Band 3 Autism Outreach Support Worker

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

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment consultancy is seeking a dedicated Band 3 Support Worker to join the Autism Outreach team in Guernsey. This role requires at least three years of experience and a NVQ Level 3 qualification or willingness to complete it. The position offers a competitive salary of £29,348 to £34,356, bonuses, and excellent benefits including relocation payment and private accommodation allowance.

Benefits

Annual bonus of £1,605

Flat rate 20% income tax

Relocation payment of £5,000

On-site Staff Accommodation

Higher-than-UK salary

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in a Learning Disabilities setting.
• Desirable to have NVQ Level 3 qualification.
• Right to work in the UK or Guernsey.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Service Users at different locations.
• Promote choice, independence, and community presence.
• Work in partnership with Service Users and their families.

Skills

Experience as a Support Worker

NVQ Level 3 qualification

UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiatic Band 3 Support Worker to join the Autism Outreach 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.

Responsibilities

The Outreach Service provides support to a number of Service Users at different locations across the Island. The majority of service users live either in private tenancy dwellings or Housing Association properties within the community (e.g. Extra Care Housing). Support is tailored to individual needs and a holistic view is taken to promote choice, independence and community presence at all times. This is done in partnership with the Service Users, their families and the multi-disciplinary team and with a belief that everyone can achieve a level of independence with the correct support.

Requirements / Qualifications

• At least three years experience as a Support Worker in a 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.

Salary and Benefits

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 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

About Jarrodean

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.