Outreach and Support Worker - Adult Autism Macclesfield

NHS Jobs; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Outreach and Support Worker to assist adults with autism in Macclesfield. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing practical support, advocacy, and enabling access to services.

The post emphasises values-based recruitment and requires DBS clearance; the role offers the opportunity to contribute to person-centered support within a busy NHS environment. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Job description

Outreach and Support Worker - Adult Autism Macclesfield

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role. At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust