Female Support Worker

The Avenues Trust Group; Hildenborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Pay

Enhanced DBS

Flexible working patterns

Paid annual leave (pro rata)

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

The Avenues Trust Group is seeking a Female Support Worker to join the PBS service in Hildenborough. The role is full-time (39 hours) on a rota basis, supporting five men with learning disabilities, autism and related needs. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required due to rural location.

You will deliver person-centred support, promoting dignity, independence and meaningful community participation, across flexible shifts Monday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern.
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches is beneficial.
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support people to live independently with dignity and respect.
• Provide person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, shopping and managing finances.

Skills

PBS knowledge

Communication

People skills

Driving licence

Vehicle operation

Tools

Manual vehicle operation

Job description

Female Support Worker – Full Time (39 Hours)

Location: Hildenborough

Hours: Full time 39 hours per week on a rota basis - we ask for flexibility Monday to Sunday across all shifts

Salary: £25,845 per annum (pro rata) + £1,200 complexity payment per annum (pro rata)

Full UK driving licence is required for this role to be willing to drive the manual service vehicle.

This post is open to female applicants only, as being male is deemed to be a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

If you're an experienced Support Worker looking for a role where you can have a genuine impact on people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

At Avenues, we believe that great support starts with great people. We value our colleagues and invest in their development because we know that skilled, compassionate and committed teams achieve the very best outcomes for the people we support.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Female Support Worker to join our specialist Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) service in Hildenborough, supporting five men with learning disabilities, autism, communication needs and behaviours of concern.

This is a rewarding but highly specialist role, where your experience, approach and values will have a direct impact on the lives of the people we support. For this tole it is required to have some mode of transport E.G Driving licence with access to a vehicle or motorbike as this service is located in a very rural location.

Previous experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern within a PBS environment is essential. A full UK driving licence is also required for this role to drive the manual service vehicle.

You’ll understand that behaviour is a form of communication and will be confident in using proactive, person-centred approaches that promote dignity, independence and positive outcomes. You’ll know how important consistency is and recognise that the relationships you build can significantly improve a person's confidence, wellbeing and overall quality of life.

The people we support deserve the opportunity to live fulfilling lives, develop new skills, access their communities and make meaningful choices. As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in making this happen every single day.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same, but you'll be:

• Supporting people to live independently while promoting choice, dignity and respect.
• Providing person-centred support tailored to individual needs and aspirations.
• Supporting people with daily living tasks, including cooking, shopping, managing finances and maintaining their home.
• Providing personal care where required.
• Using Positive Behaviour Support approaches to understand and respond to behaviours of concern.
• Encouraging community participation, hobbies, interests and meaningful relationships.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals to achieve the best outcomes.
• Helping people achieve personal goals and live the life they choose.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in supporting people with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours of concern.
• Knowledgeable and confident in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches.
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient.
• Able to build positive, trusting relationships.
• Committed to delivering outstanding, person-centred support.
• Passionate about improving the quality of life of the people they support.
• A team player with excellent communication skills.

What We Offer

• Early Pay – access part of your earnings before payday.
• Fully paid enhanced DBS.
• Flexible working patterns.
• Paid annual leave (pro rata).
• Award-winning training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities to gain recognised Health and Social Care qualifications.
• Career progression opportunities across Avenues.
• Contributory pension scheme with life assurance.
• Blue Light Card and Benefits discounts on shopping, holidays and more.
• Recommend a Friend scheme – earn up to £500.
• 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including confidential counselling.

We Celebrate Diversity

We're proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

As part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme, applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're an experienced support worker who understands the importance of Positive Behaviour Support and wants to make a lasting difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.