Relief Support Workers, Dundonald & Bangor Area

Autism Initiatives Group; Dundonald; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity in Northern Ireland seeks Relief Support Workers to support individuals with autism in daily activities. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced sick pay and training opportunities. Ideal candidates will have experience in care/support and flexibility for rota work.

Benefits

Enhanced sick and maternity pay

Access NI paid

Generous paid annual leave

Paid bank and public holidays

Long service awards

Free autism-specific training

24/7 employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in providing care/support.
• Flexibility for rota work, including weekends and unsocial hours.
• Full UK manual driving license held for at least one year.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in developing independence in daily living.
• Assist in accessing work/education and leisure activities.

Skills

Experience or knowledge in providing care/support

Flexibility for rota work

Education

NISCC registration or eligibility to register

Job description

Relief Support Workers, Dundonald & Bangor Area

Salary: £12.48 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: Relief
Job Reference Number: NI-RSW-DB230525
Job Location: N. Ireland
Job Area: Dundonald & Bangor Area
Closing Date: 31st May 2025

We are seeking Relief Support Workers to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in activities such as developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education, and leisure activities.

At Autism Initiatives, we work with individuals with autism, providing tailored specialist services. Our core values include Autism-Focused, Respect, Excellence, Empowerment, Collaboration, Commitment to Change, and Rights-based, which underpin our culture and activities in NI.

These positions require an enhanced Access NI check for successful applicants, with costs covered by the organization.

You will benefit from a comprehensive package of rewards, some immediate, others recognizing loyalty and long service, including:

• Enhanced sick and maternity pay
• Access NI paid
• NISCC fee paid after two years
• Generous paid annual leave, with incremental increases
• Paid bank and public holidays, birthday leave, and options to buy/sell leave
• Long service awards and monthly cash prizes
• Referral programs and free autism-specific training
• On-the-job learning, mentorship, and funded development opportunities
• Support structures including line management, annual reviews, and a recognition culture
• 24/7 employee assistance program offering confidential counselling
• Health schemes, menopause support, cycle-to-work, and financial support apps

Requirements include:

• Experience or knowledge in providing care/support
• Flexibility for rota work, including weekends and unsocial hours
• NISCC registration or eligibility to register
• Full UK manual driving license held for at least one year and ability to drive manual vehicles

Autism Initiatives is an Equal Opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.

Registered Charity No: XR72211, NIC 104641.

Note: We currently cannot provide sponsorship or employment visa support.

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Autism Initiatives Group is a registered charity and company across the UK and Ireland, with various registration details listed above.