Support Worker Full-Time, Newcastle

Autism Initiatives Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Support Worker to join their compassionate team. In this rewarding role, you will support individuals with autism in various activities, helping them develop independence and access opportunities in work and education. You will be part of a culture that values respect, empowerment, and collaboration, ensuring that every individual receives tailored support. With a commitment to staff development and a range of generous benefits, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Enhanced company sick pay

Enhanced maternity pay

Paid annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Free Autism specific training

Cycle to work scheme

Long service awards

Birthday leave

Monthly staff cash prize draw

Compassionate & Bereavement leave

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care and support is essential.
• Flexibility to work on a rota basis, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in daily living activities and accessing work/education.
• Work collaboratively to promote independence and well-being.

Skills

Support Work

Flexibility

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

NISCC registration or willingness to register

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Salary: £12.48 per hour Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Job Reference Number: NI-SW-NG041224 Job Location: N. Ireland Job Area: Newcastle Closing Date:30th April 2025

We are seeking a Full-Time Support Worker to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education and leisure activities.

At Autism Initiatives we work alongside people with autism, providing specialist services tailored to each individual. Our Values, shown below underpin every aspect of the organisation’s culture and activities in NI:

Autism-Focused, Respect, Excellence, Empowerment, Collaboration, Commitment to Change and Rights-based.

Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced Access NI check for the successful applicants. The cost of which will be met by the organisation.

You will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.

• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Access NI paid.
• NISCC fee paid after two years service.
• Generous paid annual leave.
• Incremental increases to annual leave.
• Paid bank and public holidays.
• Birthday leave.
• Option to buy and sell annual leave.
• Long service awards.
• Monthly staff cash prize draw.
• Employee Refer a Friend initiative.
• Free Autism specific training.
• On the job learning.
• Buddy/mentor for new staff.
• Funded QCF development opportunities.
• Continuous learning & development opportunities.
• Line management support structure.
• Annual Performance review.
• Culture of recognition.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme (confidential counselling helpline) available from day one of employment. Offering free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.
• Medicash health scheme, subject to eligibility.
• Menopause support line as part of Medicash scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Compassionate & Bereavement leave.
• Wagestream financial planning and support App – enables you to access money earned before pay day, set up savings and more.
• Working, voluntary or personal knowledge of providing care and/or support.
• Be flexible to work on a rota basis that includes job rotation in various services, unsocial hours and weekends.
• NISCC registered or apply to register on appointment.
• A full UK Driving Licence to be held for a minimum of one year.

Autism Initiatives are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in employment and service delivery.

Currently we are unable to provide Sponsorship or take over Sponsorship of an employment Visa.

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