Support Worker Adult Autism

Jarrodean Personnel Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Accommodation

Relocation package and rental/4 years'

Staff Accommodation

Relocation package and rental/4 years'

36–42 days annual leave

20% tax

£5,000 relocation package with private

Referral bonus £500

Job summary

Jarrodean Healthcare Recruitment is seeking an experienced Support Worker to join the Adult Learning Disabilities Service in Guernsey. The role centers on autism support across living, outreach and community settings, with an emphasis on promoting independence and person-centred care.

You’ll work within the Autism team, with opportunities to expand skills in other service areas, supported by a multidisciplinary team and a strong commitment to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience as a Support Worker in an Autism or Learning disabilities setting.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Adult Health & Social Care.
• Existing right to work in the UK/Guernsey – sponsorship cannot be provided.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Encourage independence and deliver person-centred support.
• Help service users with daily living and skills development.
• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team across settings.
• Support residents in the Autism Out Reach and Autism Residential Hub.

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Adult Health & Social Care

Job description

Salary:Band 4£34,806 – £41,340 | Band 3 £30,434–£35,627, dependant on experience

Plus £1,747 annual bonus+ enhanced unsocial hours – 40% nights/Sat, 80% Sundays/BH

Staff Accommodation, OR

£5000 private relocation package and 4 years rental allowance available

Sponsorship is NOT available – UK/Guernsey right to work required

Applications are invited from experienced

Support Workersto join the well-established

Adult Learning Disabilities Servicein Guernsey. The service supports adults with learning disabilities and autism across supported living homes, outreach and community settings.

The Role

This role is specifically based within the

Autism team, but there are also opportunities, depending on your skills and knowledge to expand your skills and experience in other areas of the service, should you so wish.

You’ll encourage independence, deliver person-centred support and help service users live fulfilling lives both at home and in the community.

This includes assisting with daily living, promoting skills development, supporting activities, and working closely with a dedicated multi-disciplinary team.

TheAutismOutreach Serviceprovides support to a number of service users at different locations covering the span of the Island.

Support is tailored to individual needs and a holistic view is taken to promote choice, independence and community presence at all times.

This is done in partnership with the service users, their families and the multi-disciplinary team and with a belief that everyone can achieve a level of independence with the correct support.

The exciting and uniqueAutism Residential Hubconsists of eight bespoke bungalows for adults on the autism spectrum; a communal outdoor sensory garden area and a multi-purpose gym/sensory room.

The Hub offers a person-centred autism-specific support package delivered by a specialist staff team to support the residents to live and thrive in their own homes, helping them to reach their full potential.

What You’ll Need

To ensure suitability, please only apply if you meet

all essential criteria:

Minimum two years’ experienceas a Support Worker in an Autism or Learning disabilities setting

NVQ Level 3(or equivalent) in Adult Health & Social Care

Existing right to work in the UK/Guernsey– sponsorship cannot be provided

Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer

• Higher-than-UK salary +
• 36–42 days annual leave(NHS/Local Authority service recognised)
• 20% flat tax, no council tax or VAT
• Up to £5,000 relocation packagewith private rental allowance, or Staff Accommodation
• Supportive, person-centred working environment
• Safe, friendly island with beautiful beaches and excellent quality of life

If you’re an experienced Support Worker looking for a fresh start in a stunning location, we’d love to hear from you.

If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous

£500 Bonusfor any successful friend or colleague referrals.