Day Service Co-Worker Full-time

Tiphereth; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiphereth in Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist adults with learning disabilities in a day service. The role involves one-to-one and small-group activity support, personal care, mobility assistance, and meaningful craft-based work within a supportive team.

The post requires experience with autism and challenging behaviours, a person-centred approach, and commitment to social pedagogy. Salary starts at £26,227.50 rising to £28,665.00 with annual progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with adults with learning disabilities is essential.
• Good understanding of autism and the needs of people who use different forms of communication.
• Confidence in working with people who have behaviour that challenges.

Responsibilities

• Uphold mission and values in every interaction with service users.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support using person-centred approaches.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, meals, activities and risk management.
• Develop and review support plans, outcomes, and risk assessments at least every six months.
• Build relationships with families, carers and professionals and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Plan, organise and lead group and individual activities and craft-based projects.

Skills

Person-centred

Creativity

Communication

Teamwork

Education

SVQ3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

• To personally uphold Tiphereth’s mission and vision statement, and Camphill values which underpin the aims and objectives.
• To build relationships with people using a person-centred approach founded on dignity and respect for individuality, and that enables choice and control
• To provide small group support, and one-to-one support using a range of approaches that enable participation
• To work positively with any behaviours of concern that may challenge.
• Administer medication if required including emergency epilepsy medication subject to receiving the necessary training.
• To provide intimate personal care and support including assisting personal mobility safely using equipment; supporting meals, social activities, outings.
• To support people to participate in tasks and activities that interest and engage them and develop new skills.
• To keywork some people taking a lead role in ensuring outcomes, support plans and risk assessments are reviewed at least every 6 months.
• To build good relationships with families, carers and other relevant professionals
• To plan, organise and lead on some group and individual activities
• Support members to work towards the aims of the workshop or group and be involved in the planning and production of quality goods and services
• Contribute to the development of the work group through team discussions
• Assist in the setting up and maintenance of equipment and tools
• To work as a cooperative member of a team following agreed procedures, and contributing to professional discussions and a positive team environment

Other Key Tasks

• To share in daily cleaning tasks and maintain safe and aesthetically pleasing working/living environments
• To support and participate in the social and cultural life of the community.
• To work safely and professionally according to organisational policies and procedures including Health and Safety
• Liaise with families, carers and other professionals as required.
• Take responsibility for professional development in line with SSSC requirements when required including; registering with the SSSC; achieving SVQ3 in Health and Social Care; and doing post registration development.

Your Profile

We are seeking a new staff member who shares our values and has the experience and skills to support adults with learning disabilities on a one-to-one basis or small group to participate in meaningful work within our day service.

The post requires someone who is has a creative mind and is interested in learning new skills with our members. Together with our members with learning disabilities we aim to produce unique items for our annual fairs and for our community. We value and often focus on crafts and work around seasonal changes and preparation for specific festivals.

Ideally you would have an interest in one of the craft areas, however this is not essential. What is more important is the capacity to work positively with individuals with autism and complex needs. Our workshops include; Gardening, Pottery, Textiles, Printing, Woodwork and maintenance of our Estate.

You will need to have an ability to facilitate individuals to participate in a meaningful way in activities and work tasks.

Previous experience of working with adults with learning disabilities is essential, as is a good understanding of autism and the needs of people who use different forms of communication and a confidence in working with people with behaviour that challenges.

Values and Attitudes

• A commitment to using social pedagogy and social therapy principles and practical approaches in work
• A person-centred approach to supporting individuals
• Compassionate and empathic

Experience

• Experience of working or living with people with learning disabilities and/or autism (either paid or voluntary)
• Experience of supporting people with a learning disability or autism

£26,227.50 rising annually to £28,665.00 (over 6 years)