Community Support Worker for Youth with Disabilities

Queen Alexandra College; Metchley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

Queen Alexandra College is seeking a Community Support Worker to join our Community Services team in Umberslade. The role is full-time (38 hours/week) with a fixed annual salary of £25,312.56, and a 52-week year.

You will support young people with disabilities to live as independently as possible within the community, delivering person-centred care tailored to each client’s needs and wishes. Key duties include promoting the college ethos, assisting with daily living activities, budgeting, meals,

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths required.
• Ability to plan activities and promote independence.
• Respect for privacy and client dignity and rights.

Responsibilities

• Promote the aims and ethos of the College's Community Services.
• Support clients to undertake activities prioritised by them, promoting independence.
• Assist with shopping, money management, and meal planning as agreed.

Skills

Level 2 English and Maths

Empathy & person-centred support

Teamwork

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisation & time management

Flexibility & adaptability

Safeguarding awareness

IT skills (word processing & Excel)

Car Owner

Education

Level 2 in English and Maths

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Queen Alexandra College is seeking a Community Support Worker to join our Community Services team in Umberslade. The role is full-time (38 hours/week) with a fixed annual salary of £25,312.56, and a 52-week year.

You will support young people with disabilities to live as independently as possible within the community, delivering person-centred care tailored to each client’s needs and wishes. Key duties include promoting the college ethos, assisting with daily living activities, budgeting, meals,