Senior Support Worker: Lead & Empower Autistic Adults
Autism
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Job summary
The National Autistic Society's Fernery House in Burnham-on-Sea is seeking a Senior Support Worker to provide person-centred support, promoting safety, dignity and wellbeing while helping residents achieve their goals. You will mentor staff, plan shifts, and work with families and external professionals to champion inclusion.
A background in autism support and safeguarding is preferred, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
- Experience supporting people with disabilities, including autistic people.
- Knowledge of autism, safeguarding, and relevant legislative or regulatory frameworks.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to mentor staff.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, person-centred support, ensuring safety, dignity and wellbeing while helping individuals achieve their goals.
- Mentor and support staff, taking responsibility for shift planning, supervising team members and contributing to the smooth running of the service.
- Build strong relationships with individuals, families, and external professionals, championing inclusion and community participation.
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Job description
The National Autistic Society's Fernery House in Burnham-on-Sea is seeking a Senior Support Worker to provide person-centred support, promoting safety, dignity and wellbeing while helping residents achieve their goals. You will mentor staff, plan shifts, and work with families and external professionals to champion inclusion.
A background in autism support and safeguarding is preferred, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.
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