Support Worker

Orbis Education and Care; Pembroke Dock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist provider in Pembroke Dock seeks a Senior Support Worker to support individuals with complex needs associated with autism. In this role, you will lead shifts, manage care plans, and work with a diverse team to enhance the lives of those we support. Candidates must have QCF level 3 qualifications and experience in a positive support environment. The position offers career growth and benefits like health plans and employee assistance schemes.

Benefits

Health plan after probation

'Refer a friend' scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme, including Counselling

Qualifications

• Experience in a positive support environment required.
• Knowledge of statutory regulations is essential.
• Good awareness of conducting Health and Safety risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Act as shift leader to ensure standards are maintained.
• Work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in assessment and review of support and care plans.

Skills

Experience in a positive support environment

Experience in managing challenging behaviour

Lead by example

Ability to work a rotating night shift pattern

Education

QCF level 3 qualified

Job description

Are you looking for a new challenge and the opportunity for career development? We have an exciting opportunity in Pembrokedock for a Senior Support Worker to join our home in Bangeston Hall, where you will support individuals with complex needs associated with autism. You will be assisting in the day to day management of the home and help continue to improve the lives of the individuals we support. You will play a vital role in both the home and wider organisation, acting as a positive role model to both staff and our supported individuals. Our passion is making a difference and our focus is to strengthen interests and aspirations by offering a holistic, engaging, and person-centred environment. To do well in this role, you'll need to have a passion for supporting individuals to live as fulfilled and independent lives as possible and everyday you will make a difference to the lives of people we support. A day in the life of a Night Senior Support Worker with Orbis Education and Care Involves:

• Act as shift leader Assist in ensuring service scouring standards are maintained.
• Assist in reporting and evidence gathering activities.
• Work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in assessment, development and review of support and care plans.
• Promote and celebrate homes achievements., Join us for a clear career progression and valuable qualifications - 97% of our managers progressed internally.
• Health plan - after probation. 'Refer a friend' scheme - earn up to £1000 per any successful permanent referral.
• Eligibility for a 'Blue Light Card' for additional discounts at a range of retailers.
• Employee Assistance Scheme, including Counselling, Support Sessions and access to Salary Finance services

Orbis Education & Care is a sector-leading provider of specialist services for children and adults with complex needs associated with autism. We specialise in providing individualised placements for unique individuals. At Orbis Education and Care we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. Orbis Education & Care is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. By applying, you understand that the personal data collected about you as part of our application and registration process will be used in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. Full details on how we collect and process your data and your rights can be viewed here: https://orbis-group.co.uk/applicant-privacy

Qualifications

• Experience in a positive support environment. QCF level 3 qualified.
• Experience in managing challenging behaviour.
• Knowledge of statutory regulations.
• Lead by example and always act as a positive role model.
• Upload company policies and standards.
• Able to understand and adhere to relevant safeguarding.
• Good awareness of conducting Health and Safety risk assessments.
• Ability to work a rotating night shift pattern.