Support Worker, Aigburth (Driver required)

THE PETERHOUSE SCHOOL FOUNDATION; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS enhanced

Career progression

Training programme

Diploma Level 2 qualification support

Holiday entitlement

Employee wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

Career break scheme

Monthly staff prize draw

Medicash

Job summary

Autism Initiatives in Liverpool's Aigburth area is seeking a dedicated Support Worker (driver required) to help autistic people live independently. The role involves supporting daily living, encouraging activity, and attending community outings.

The post offers DBS, training, progression, and a generous holiday entitlement, with 39 hours per week and a salary of £26,485 per year. You will join a values-driven team committed to wellbeing and inclusive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Driver required or willing to obtain driving license
• Experience or understanding of supporting autistic people (preferred)
• Willingness to complete any required training to support individuals

Responsibilities

• Support autistic individuals to live as independently as possible in daily routines
• Promote health, wellbeing and community engagement activities
• Assist with home maintenance and personal care as needed

Skills

Driving

Job description

Support Worker, Aigburth (Driver required)

39 hours per week

£26,485 per annum

About us:

Autism Initiatives provide a personalised, autism specialist service that makes a positive different to the lives of autistic people.

Our services focus on:

• Supporting people to be as independent as possible in their homes
• Supporting people to achieve and be successful
• Helping people to pursue their interests and enjoy their lives
• Enabling people to be active members of their communities

Who we are looking for:

As a Support Worker, we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and will enjoy joining a dynamic team that encourages people with autism to enjoy an active lifestyle. Community activities could include swimming, accessing walking groups or trips to the cinema. You will also promote health and well-being and support individuals to maintain their home. The support we deliver is flexible and unique to each individual, building on their strengths and driven by their goals.

We are looking for people who share and demonstrate our values. You may have a background or understanding of supporting autistic people, but if not don’t worry, we have great training and a friendly team to support you every step of the way.

What can we offer you?

• Company paid enhanced DBS
• Progression opportunities and career pathways
• Full training and development programme to support you in your role.
• Support to obtain your Diploma Level 2 qualification
• 23 days plus 8 Bank Holidays, rising to 26 days with 3 years’ service
• Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
• Long service entitlements – after 1, 2 and 3 complete years of service, you will benefit from up to an additional 3/5ths of a week of leave after 3 complete years of service.
• Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay
• Career break scheme
• Option to buy and sell annual leave (subject to eligibility)
• Monthly staff cash prize draw (subject to eligibility)
• Medicash (subject to eligibility)

We at Autism Initiatives make a difference every day. We pride ourselves on being a values-based organisation who put the people we support in the heart of everything we do. We are also committed as an organisation to the well-being of our staff for all of the hard work they do each day. To support our employees we offer the following;

• Medicash
• Wellness plans
• A supportive team and friendly environment
• Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay

We are committed to staff development and want all staff at Autism Initiatives to feel supported when at work. We have excellent opportunities for career development and progression and are always there to encourage staff as they embark on their career in Health and Social Care

Please note, that due to the requirements of this role candidates who apply and confirm they are a driver must hold a valid UK driving license.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.INDSP

Below is an overview of some of the benefits you may be eligible for:

• Monthly staff cash prize draw
• Your birthday off work every year
• Medicash health scheme (including reimbursement for medical costs, gym discounts, and more)
• Additional paid holidays after 1, 2, and 3 years of service
• Extra paid holidays for milestone service years
• Financial wellbeing programme offering flexible access to pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Career break scheme

Before starting your application, it is recommended that you prepare the following information:

• Your qualification and education history, including any professional memberships
• Details of your current employment and full previous employment history

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