Support Worker

JR United Kingdom; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and social care provider seeks Support Workers for a specialist service in Sandwich. You will support an individual with Autism, promoting independence and managing daily tasks. Flexibility in shifts is essential, with comprehensive training provided to meet the needs of the individual supported.

Benefits

29 days paid holiday (increasing to 31 with service)

Options to buy additional holiday

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with Autism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support individual in their daily living activities.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Patience

Understanding

Resilience

Job description

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This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines

Would you like to be part of a new specialised service which is committed to supporting me?

Would you like to support me in the community, promoting independence and being a part of the next steps in my life?

About Me:

I am looking for support workers to support me in Sandwich at home and in my local community. I live with Autism and Learning disabilities and need support to enjoy life safely.

I enjoy spending time at home playing computer games and sometimes watching films. I love watching football; I’m a strong Arsenal fan. When in the community, I enjoy visiting shops to look at games and DVDs or to eat out. I need support workers to be consistent in their support and to maintain boundaries to keep me safe.

I will need support workers to support me all day in my home and in the community, helping me develop community awareness, independent living skills, stay safe, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and manage anxiety and challenges specific to me.

Shift Patterns:

This is a 24-hour service; therefore, flexibility is essential. You will work a range of shifts, including nights and some weekends. There is always the option to discuss flexible shifts such as nights only, weekends only, and part-time hours.

Role Responsibilities:

• I need my support workers to be patient, understanding, and confident in their approach.
• Support workers need to be mindful of their language when communicating with me; honesty, boundaries, and consistency are essential.
• Support me in challenging situations with a non-judgmental approach.
• You will work alongside specialists in multidisciplinary teams, including Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and others.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced in supporting people with an Autism diagnosis.
• Resilient, patient, and understanding; developing a strong bond may take time.
• Consistent in support approach.
• Able to use language effectively to broaden my opportunities.

You should have:

• The right attitude!
• The ability to work well as part of a team, independently, and with other professionals involved in my support.
• A non-judgmental approach.

This is a specialist supported living service in Sandwich with high expectations for staff. All necessary training will be provided locally prior to supporting me.

About us:

As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we pride ourselves on our services.

We operate on a not-for-profit basis; reinvesting all earnings into our services and people. We are committed to continuous improvement to enhance the lives of those we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We offer a total reward package tailored to individual needs, including 29 days’ paid holiday per year (increasing to 31 with service), with options to buy additional holidays and spread costs.

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Turning Point Benefits:

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we fill the position before the closing date.

Turning Point

Attached documents:

• Support Worker Role Profile and Job expectations.pdf

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