Relief Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Relief Support Workers to join their friendly team in Leeds. This role involves providing person-centred care and support, engaging in community activities, and collaborating with individuals' support circles. Ideal candidates will have at least twelve months of experience and the ability to manage challenging behaviour. The organization values diverse skills and interests, including sports, creative arts, and cooking, making it a fulfilling opportunity for compassionate individuals. Join a passionate and inclusive team committed to making a difference in the lives of adults on the autistic spectrum.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve months' experience in support work required.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to individuals.
• Engage in community activities and collaborate with support circles.

Skills

Person-centred care

Challenging behaviour management

Community engagement

Creative arts

Cooking

Tools

Creative Support app

Job description

Job Opportunity: Relief Support Worker

We are seeking experienced, calm, and resourceful Relief Support Workers to join our friendly team. You will provide person-centred care and support, including personal care and engaging in community activities such as walking, swimming, and gym visits. Additionally, you will collaborate with members of the individual's support circle to help them achieve their wishes and aspirations.

The role requires the ability to support individuals who may express needs through challenging behaviour at times. Prior experience in this field is essential. We value personal skills and interests that you bring to the role and to the lives of service users, such as sports, outdoor pursuits, creative arts, music, and cooking.

Our organization operates three Supported Living Services in Horsforth, Cookridge, and Middleton, providing person-centred support to adults on the autistic spectrum.

As a Creative Support Relief Support Staff member, a minimum of twelve months' experience is required. You will have access to our free app to pick up shifts across Leeds and nationwide, with information on services, shifts, and directions. Payments are made weekly.

Vacancy Reference Number: 79024

Applications must be submitted via the Creative Support website, referencing the above vacancy number.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization. We are Stonewall Diversity Champions, a Disability Confident Employer, and have recently received the Investors in People Gold award.

Note: We can only accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. This post is not open to sponsorship under the UKVI scheme.