Residential Activity Support Assistant (VN261)

North East Autism Society; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in the care sector as a Residential Activity Support Assistant. You will play a crucial role in empowering autistic and neurodivergent adults by facilitating access to the community and supporting their personal development. Comprehensive training and a supportive team environment will enable you to thrive in this rewarding role. With competitive salary and well-being benefits, this position is ideal for those looking to make a genuine positive impact.

Benefits

Over 7 weeks’ holiday a year

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it

Specialist training to develop your career

Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues

Access to Blue Light Card discount service

Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Previous experience in health and social care is valued but not essential.
• Friendly and approachable personality; ability to build positive relationships.
• Diverse backgrounds welcomed, with interests and skills enhancing care.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic adults in residential homes to access community activities.
• Encourage daily life skills and promote independence.
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Can-do attitude

Drive and resilience

Job description

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Residential Activity Support Assistant (VN261), Sunderland

Client:

North East Autism Society

Location:

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

• Base salary of £20,048.08 rising to £20,241.18 with increments
• Over 7 weeks’ holiday a year
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it
• Specialist training to develop your career
• Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues
• Access to Blue Light Card, the discount service for emergency and social care staff
• Employee Assistance Programme to support health and wellbeing

About the role

As part of our Adult Services team, you will support autistic and neurodivergent adults living in our residential homes to access the community, encouraging them in all aspects of their daily lives and helping them to live as safely and independently as possible.

Working independently and as part of a team, you’ll support adults to access a range of activities in the community. These activities are tailored to the needs of the individual, and can range from helping to develop independent living skills to enjoying an experience they wouldn’t otherwise have access to.

About you

While we value experience, it is not essential to have previously worked in health and social care, or with autistic people. Our comprehensive induction, training and mentoring will give you all the skills and tools you need to thrive in your career.

All that we ask is that you are a good team player with a can-do attitude, drive and resilience for what can be a demanding role. You should be friendly and approachable with good communication skills, enabling you to build positive, trusting relationships with the adults you support.

Our staff come from all walks of life, and bring their experiences, interests and skills – be that cooking, sports, the outdoors, art or crafts – with them to enrich the lives of those they care for. If you’re seeking a rewarding job and want to make a genuine difference, this is the role for you.