Male* Senior Support Worker (Driver required)

Autism Initiatives; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal training and development

Ongoing support in post

Holiday entitlement (generous)

Birthday day off

Pension scheme

Job summary

Autism Initiatives seeks a Senior Support Worker in Walton, Liverpool. The role supports people to live fulfilling lives and assists the Service Manager in leading a team dedicated to independence and community involvement.

The post requires a valid UK driving licence, DBS clearance, and a Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care. The team works across shifts, including evenings and some weekends, with training and career development supported by the organisation.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence for at least 12 months.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure may be required for the role.
• Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF) or equivalent is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager in leading a team to help people live as independently as possible.
• Encourage people to be part of their local community and engage in activities.
• Demonstrate best practice and act as a role model for the team.
• Manage shift patterns and rota planning, including some evenings and weekends, as part of service needs.

Skills

Driving licence

DBS check

Education

Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF)

Job description

£28,188 per annum As a Senior Support Worker, you will be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will support the Service Manager in leading a team who work hard to encourage the people we support to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community.

Walton, Liverpool 39 hours per week £28,188 per annum As a Senior Support Worker, you will be committed to supporting people in a positive, creative way that enables people to live a fulfilled life. You will support the Service Manager in leading a team who work hard to encourage the people we support to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community. You will demonstrate best practice and be a role model for the team. In your new role you will receive ongoing support to ensure your continued professional development and obtain your Diploma Level 3 in Adult Care (RQF). Senior Support Workers are supported by the manager of the service where they are assigned to work. Senior Support Workers will deputise for the Service Manager where required. Staff are provided their working rota 4 weeks in advance by the Service Manager. Shifts patterns will also include some evening and weekend work. Where sleep in shifts are required at a service, this will be discussed further at interview with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career. Due to the needs of the service, the successful applicant will have held a full UK driving licence for at least one year and be able to drive an automatic car. Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for the successful applicants. The cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.

What can we offer you?

• Comprehensive internal training to get you started
• Ongoing support and training when you're in post
• Support to gain qualifications relevant to your role
• Competitive pay rates
• Generous annual holiday entitlement
• Birthday day off
• Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled into your local workplace pension scheme and your local payroll team will provide support
• Access to a free Employee Assistance programme with qualified advisers trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
• This vacancy is advertised in line with Sub Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of The Equality Act 2010 as there is an occupational requirement.

Please note, that due to the requirements of this role candidates who apply and confirm they are a driver must hold a valid UK driving licence for at least 12 months and be willing to drive an automatic car.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery. INDSP