Support Worker - Nights Bank By The National Autistic Society In Burnham On Sea Ref: 223400280

National Autistic Society; Burnham-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Support Workers to join their dedicated team at a community-based residential care facility. This role focuses on transforming the lives of autistic adults by providing essential support in achieving independence and personal goals. With comprehensive training and a commitment to staff development, this position offers a fulfilling career path. Enjoy a range of benefits including a generous leave policy, healthcare plans, and a supportive work environment. If you are dedicated to making a difference and have a desire to support vulnerable individuals, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme

33 days annual leave

Excellent induction and training programs

Online staff discount scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance at 2x base salary

Flexible benefits

24-hour Employee Assistance programs

Free Headspace mindfulness app

Enhanced overtime rates

Qualifications

• Experience supporting autistic individuals is preferred.
• Comprehensive training program available for new hires.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals achieve independence and personal goals.
• Support and transport individuals to integrate into their community.
• Develop individuals' homemaking skills.

Skills

Support for autistic individuals

Experience in residential settings

Flexibility in working hours

Driving license

Education

Training in autism awareness

Job description

This advert is for 3 night bank Support Workers based at Fernery House, Burnham-on-Sea.

The salary for this position is £25,974.00 - £26,936.00 per annum pro rata.

Who we are:

The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions, and build a society that works for autistic people.

We support people to understand their diagnosis and how this may impact their lives and those around them.

Our residential services provide accommodation and support for autistic adults 52 weeks a year, 24 hours a day in urban and rural settings.

We also provide supported living services for autistic adults who need extra help to live in their own homes or within our accommodation, whether as tenants or owner-occupiers, living alone or with others.

Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do: (url removed)

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking Support Workers with a passion for working with our fantastic teams.

Ideally, you will have a background in supporting autistic people, but if not, we offer a comprehensive training program to help you develop your skills for a fulfilling career.

You may have personal experience, a desire to work with or real-life experience supporting autistic people. Experience supporting vulnerable individuals in a residential setting is also valuable. If you share our values and are committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Your working pattern will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families, including evening and weekend shifts.

The role includes:

1. Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals
2. Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community
3. Developing individuals' homemaking skills and personal chores
4. Transforming lives and achieving results for autistic adults
5. Possession of a driving license (minimum one year) is preferred

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What we can offer you:

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
• 33 days annual leave (including Public Holidays), with options to buy or sell leave annually
• Excellent induction, training, and development programs, including autism awareness training
• Online staff discount scheme for various benefits such as cycle to work, season ticket loans, and shopping discounts at major retailers
• Healthcare Cash Plan (for permanent staff)
• Life Assurance at 2x base salary
• Flexible benefits including private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity passes, holiday trading, and enhanced pension options
• Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance and counseling programs
• Free Headspace mindfulness app, with options to enroll family and friends
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
• Enhanced overtime rates, including sleep-in and on-call payments
• Join the Team Scheme – refer a friend and receive £200

Where you will be working:

Fernery House, Burnham-on-Sea

Fernery House is a community-based residential care facility for autistic adults, offering a safe low-arousal environment with caring staff to help individuals realize their potential and increase independence.

Application process:

When submitting a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification, highlighting your suitability for the role.

For more information, contact James Partlett at (url removed).

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Additional information:

All staff are required to have a criminal background check. An Enhanced DBS Check, either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months, is preferable but not essential.

Applications are encouraged from qualified and experienced individuals, especially those with a diagnosis of autism.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, and all staff and volunteers must pass safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer. INDAS

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Type: Permanent

Contract Length: N/A

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Job Reference: REF-ZM-OLQAGQX

Job ID: 223400280

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