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Caretech; Devon and Torbay, Ivybridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Recommend A Friend Bonus

28 Days Holiday incl Bank Holidays

Free DBS Check

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Career progression to degree level

CareTech Foundation grant

Job summary

CareTech is recruiting a Training and Support Facilitator to join our Plymouth and Ivybridge service, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. The role involves delivering person-centred support, assisting with daily living skills and promoting independence.

You will work 21 hours per week, primarily Monday to Friday, with flexibility for cover as required. IT literacy and a friendly, reliable approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Flexible approach to work, including evenings.
• IT literate and comfortable with basic Office apps.
• Driver's license preferred but not essential.
• Confident working independently and reliable.
• Friendly, approachable with a caring attitude.
• Available to provide cover at short notice.
• Knowledge/experience with autism and learning disabilities desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans.
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required.
• Promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Support activities, appointments and community access.
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Flexibility

Independence

Reliability

Caring attitude

IT literacy

Driver's license

Availability for short-notice

Autism/LD experience desirable

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are recruiting a Training and Support Facilitator to join our service in Plymouth and Ivybridge, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

The Role

You will:

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Support activities, appointments, and community access
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team

Working Hours per week:21 hours - Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 16:30

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic, flexible and driven person within our Inclusion and Training Team, supporting young people and adults with learning disabilities and autism working across both our Plymouth and Ivybridge departments.

Requirements

• A flexible approach to work including evenings
• Drivers license preferred but not essential
• To be confident working independently
• To be self‑motivated and reliable
• To be friendly, approachable and have a caring attitude towards others
• IT literate and understanding of basic Office applications
• To be available to provide cover at short notice
• Knowledge or experience of working with people with autism and learning disabilities would be desirable.

Your role is to assist the management team in creating and maintaining a supportive and attentive relationship with the Service Users whilst acknowledging and respecting the following:-

• Observe and respect at all times the confidentiality policy and all other policies and procedures of The D.O.V.E Project.
• Attend development programmes, workshops, seminars, team meetings and training courses as required.
• Assist in the implementation of agreed Care / Support Plans / guidelines by supporting the Service User with their individual aims and outcomes.
• Ensure you are aware of all current risk assessments and identify any new risks by observing the Service User on a daily basis.
• Support the Service User to maintain a high level of personal hygiene as per Care / Support Plans.
• To be actively involved in the development and delivery of training programmes relevant to the needs of the people supported.
• Assist in providing written reports on progress and development of individuals.
• To accurately and concisely complete relevant paperwork.
• To enable service users to access their communities via both public transport and work vehicles as required.
• Be flexible to meet the operational needs.
• Report any incidents, accidents and complaints the Service User raises, directly to management.
• Meet with management on an individual basis with a view to monitoring performance, in order that development appropriate to change is continuous.
• Ensure that the working area is kept clean and tidy and operated within current health and safety legislation.
• Assist in introducing new members of staff to their duties.
• Support the Service User in developing their essential life and domestic skills enabling them to achieve greater independence.
• Support the Service User by involving and assisting them in a wide and stimulating range of activities with the maximum use of local facilities; helping them with choices.
• Ensure you are aware of your line management & the DOVE Project’s organisational structure.
• Acting as a good role model for the Service User at all times.
• Any other reasonable duties assigned by the Management.

What We Offer

• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

About CareTech

Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most repu