Support Worker

National Autistic Society; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Autistic Society is seeking Support Workers to assist autistic adults in their journey towards independence. This full-time position involves flexible hours, working in a supportive environment, helping individuals overcome barriers and achieve their personal goals. Ideal candidates will possess experience or training in supporting vulnerable individuals and be willing to participate in a comprehensive training program. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of autistic people in Barnsley.

Benefits

Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme

33 days annual leave including Public Holidays

Comprehensive training and development programs

Healthcare Cash Plan for permanent staff

Life Assurance at 2x base salary

Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance program

Free access to the Headspace mindfulness app

Referral scheme bonus

Qualifications

• Passion for working with autistic people.
• Desire to improve social integration and support.
• Possession of a driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals.
• Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community.
• Developing homemaking skills and personal chores.
• Transforming lives and achieving results for autistic adults.

Skills

Supporting autistic individuals

Experience in a residential setting

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Relevant experience or training in supporting vulnerable people

Job description

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We support people in understanding their diagnosis and how it may impact their life and those around them. Our residential services provide accommodation and support for autistic adults 52 weeks a year, 24 hours a day, in urban and rural settings. We also offer supported living services for autistic adults who need extra help to live in their own homes or within our accommodation, whether as tenants or owner-occupiers, living alone or with others.

We have made significant progress, but there is still much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation, and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make this happen.

The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions, and build a society that works for autistic people.

Visit our website to learn more about us and our work:

Who we are looking for:

We seek Support Workers passionate about working with our fantastic teams. Ideally, you will have a background in supporting autistic people; if not, we offer a comprehensive training program to help you succeed in a fulfilling role. You may have personal experience, a desire to work with, or real-life experience supporting autistic individuals. Experience supporting vulnerable people in a residential setting is preferred. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Your working hours will require flexibility to meet the needs of the individuals supported and their families, including evenings and weekends.

This position is full-time, 37 hours per week. The salary is £23,492.04 per annum.

The role involves:

• Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals
• Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community
• Developing homemaking skills and personal chores
• Transforming lives and achieving results for autistic adults

Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) is essential.

What we offer:

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
• 33 days annual leave (including Public Holidays), with options to buy or sell leave annually
• Comprehensive induction, training, and development programs, including autism awareness training
• Online staff discount schemes for various benefits such as cycle to work, season ticket loans, and shopping discounts at major retailers
• Healthcare Cash Plan (for permanent staff)
• Life Assurance at 2x base salary
• Flexible benefits including private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice, holiday trading, enhanced pension, and salary deduction loans (eligibility may apply)
• Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance and counselling programs
• Free access to the Headspace mindfulness app, with options to enroll friends or family
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
• Enhanced overtime, sleep-in, and on-call payments
• Refer a friend scheme: earn £200 for successful referrals

Work location:

Hoylands House – Yorkshire and Humberside

Application process:

Please refer to the job description and person specification in your supporting statement, and include relevant information demonstrating your suitability.

For more information, contact: Jennifer Woodcock, Registered Manager.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Background checks:

All staff are required to have a criminal background check. An Enhanced DBS Check, either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months, is preferred but not mandatory.

Applications are encouraged from qualified and experienced individuals, especially those with a diagnosis of autism.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer. INDAS