Learning Disability Support Worker (Days)

Nightingale Hammerson; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Southampton is seeking an experienced Autism Support Worker to support adults with autism at Oakhurst Lodge. Responsibilities include assisting residents in their daily lives, promoting independence, and providing emotional support. Candidates should have a caring attitude and strong communication skills, with prior experience in similar roles being desirable. This role offers competitive pay and various staff benefits, including free meals and training.

Benefits

Free Meal Whilst on Shift

NHS Blue Light Discount Card

Fully Paid Training and Induction

28 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)

Paid breaks

Contributory pension scheme

Staff support and benefit services

Qualifications

• Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities is desirable.
• Understanding of Challenging Behaviour is desirable.
• A caring approach and positive attitude are required.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist residents in their daily lives.
• Promote independence and support personal development.
• Update and record resident records for health monitoring.
• Provide emotional and physical support.

Skills

Positive Attitude

Strong Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Group are currently looking for an experienced Autism Support Worker (Days) to join our team working at Oakhurst Lodge.

About the Role

We are offering a 42-hour contract, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10 pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month).

• Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day lives
• Assisting residents with cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene whilst promoting independence
• Attending local community events, networks and venues, including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.
• Promoting and Supporting personal development and learning new life skills
• Updating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-being
• Providing emotional and physical support

The Service:

Oakhurst Lodge is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.

Who We Care For:

• Adults from the age of 18 years and beyond.
• Individuals diagnosed with autism and/or learning disabilities.
• Those who may present ch allenging behaviours.
• Residents with communication challenges and complex needs.

What we look for in our Support Worker Team:

• Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities (Desirable)
• Understanding of Challenging Behaviour (Desirable)
• Positive Attitude and Caring Approach (Required)
• Strong Communication Skills (Required)
• Able to work as part of a team (Required)
• Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns to facilitate a range of community activities (Required)

Why Join Cygnet:

• Salary: £12.86 - £13.36 Per Hour
• Free Meal Whilst on Shift
• NHS Blue Light Discount Card
• Fully Paid Training and Induction
• 28 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)
• Paid breaks
• Contributory pension scheme
• A variety of staff support and benefit services via Cygnet's online portal

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

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Salary / Benefits:From: £12.86 To: £13.36 per hour