Band 4 Adult Disabilities Support Worker

Jarrodean Healthcare Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Band 4 Support Worker for the Adult Disabilities Services team in Guernsey. The role involves supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism in various settings. Candidates should have at least two years of relevant experience and an NVQ3 qualification. The position offers a competitive salary range of £33,565 to £39,866, plus bonuses and benefits including relocation support.

Benefits

Higher-than-UK salary

Annual bonus of £1,605

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

Qualifications

• At least two years experience as a Support Worker in a Learning Disabilities setting.
• An NVQ3 (or equivalent) qualification is essential for Band 4 roles.
• Must hold a current, full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
• Work in various settings as part of a dedicated team.

Skills

Experience as a Support Worker

Understanding of Learning Disabilities

Ability to support autistic individuals

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 4 Support Worker to join the Adult Disabilities Services team on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.

The Service supports people with learning disabilities and autism in a variety of settings. These include residential homes, a short-break service, supported living and outreach. There is also a brand new purpose-built autism hub recently opened. Depending on your skills and knowledge there will be an opportunity for you to be based in any one of these teams.

Role and settings

The service offers opportunities to be based in one of the listed teams depending on skills and knowledge.

Salary and benefits

The current Band 4 salary range is £33,565 to £39,866 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.

Location and context

The island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has beaches, a mild climate, and St. Peter Port as the capital.

Requirements / Qualifications

• At least two years experience as a Support Worker in a Learning Disabilities setting.
• An NVQ3 (or equivalent) qualification is essential for Band 4 roles and there is also an opportunity to progress through a BTech in Positive Behaviour Support qualification.
• Right to work in the UK or Guernsey (not requiring a new employer sponsorship).
• To hold a current, full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• 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 the agency

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.

Referral

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