Farm-Based Support Assistant: Outdoor Care & Growth

Coventry City Council; Rugby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave 28 days

Leave increasing to 33 days after 5 yr

Professional qualification support

Job summary

Coventry City Council is recruiting Support Assistants for a unique farm-based environment. You will support adults with autism and learning disabilities in a calm, therapeutic setting, delivering person-centred support in 1:1 or small group formats.

Roles include assisting with farm activities, animal care, gardening and personal care where needed, with training provided to develop skills and promote independence.

Qualifications

• Kind, patient and compassionate attitude is required.
• Interest in supporting adults with Autism and learning disabilities.
• Ability to work outdoors and as part of a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support to individuals with diverse needs.
• Supporting meaningful farm and outdoor activities, animal care and gardening.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Assisting with personal care where required.
• Administering medication following policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting concerns.
• Helping people access community activities when appropriate.
• Collaborating with families, carers and other professionals.
• Promoting a safe, positive and inclusive environment.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Coventry City Council is recruiting Support Assistants for a unique farm-based environment. You will support adults with autism and learning disabilities in a calm, therapeutic setting, delivering person-centred support in 1:1 or small group formats.

Roles include assisting with farm activities, animal care, gardening and personal care where needed, with training provided to develop skills and promote independence.