Support Worker, Skipton

Avalon Group; Skipton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-friend bonus

In-house training

Health Cash Plan

Discounts at high street retailers

Gym memberships

Paid Enhanced DBS Certificate

Travel between sessions

Job summary

Avalon Group is seeking compassionate and dedicated Support Workers in Skipton to help two gentlemen with autism and learning disabilities live meaningful, person-centered lives. You’ll join a friendly team providing tailored, compassionate care and community-based activities, with opportunities for training and advancement.

We offer varied shifts (days, evenings, weekends, sleepovers) and a supportive environment focused on independence, safety, and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, reliable and caring approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about making a real difference to people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support tailored to two individuals, sometimes 2:1 with another worker.
• Promoting independence and active, fulfilling lives.
• Providing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) per individual plans.
• Supporting with personal care and medication administration.
• Assisting with activities: swimming, walking, visiting places of interest, train journeys and social events.
• Staying physically fit and able to walk long distances as part of an active lifestyle.
• Promoting dignity, choice, inclusion and independence daily.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Job description

Full-Time, Part-Time, & Casual opportunities available

Shifts

Varied rota options including days, evenings, weekends and sleepovers. This can be discussed at point of interview.

Location

Skipton Area

• Award winning in-house training with opportunities to develop your career
• 24/7 Everyday Advice helpline, giving you impartial guidance regarding any personal matters or concerns you may have
• On Call support 24 hours a day
• Discounts at high street retailers and gym memberships
• Access to our Health Cash Plan
• Paid travel expenses between consecutive sessions of support
• £250 bonus for recommending a friend to become a support worker
• Paid Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Certificate (which you need to be able to work in social care)

Support Worker, Skipton

Avalon Group is looking for compassionate and dedicated Support Workers to join our friendly team in Skipton. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in meaningful work and make a positive impact on people's everyday lives.

About The Individuals You Will Support

You will be supporting two gentlemen with autism and learning disabilities who thrive with consistency, routine, and person-centred support. Both individuals express their preferences, needs, and emotions through gestures, routines, and their interactions with trusted people. They are supported by staff who take the time to understand their unique communication styles and who value building positive, trusting relationships.

Both gentlemen enjoy active lifestyles and spending time in the community. They particularly enjoy walking, visiting local places of interest, using public transport, swimming, music, and a variety of leisure activities. They benefit from support workers who are energetic, patient, and willing to engage alongside them in the things they enjoy.

The people we support flourish in calm, positive environments where routines are understood and respected. They respond well to support workers who are compassionate, observant, and able to provide reassurance when situations become unfamiliar or challenging. Building meaningful relationships, promoting independence, and creating opportunities for enjoyable experiences are key aspects of this role.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is physically active, enjoys supporting people to lead fulfilling lives, and is committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support that makes a genuine difference every day.

What You Will Be Doing?

• Providing person-centred support tailored to the individual needs of two individuals. Some shifts will be worked on a 2:1 basis alongside another support worker.
• Promoting independence and supporting individuals to live active and fulfilling lives.
• Providing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in line with individual support plans.
• Supporting with personal care and medication administration.
• Supporting a wide range of activities including swimming, walking, visiting places of interest, train journeys and discos.
• Being physically fit and willing to walk long distances as part of supporting an active lifestyle.
• Promoting dignity, choice, inclusion and independence every day.

What We Are Looking For?

We are looking for an individual who promotes Avalon values and is passionate about supporting people to live their best lives. You will provide compassionate, responsive and person-centred support, helping individuals navigate challenges while promoting independence, choice and wellbeing. Knowledge or experience of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) would be preferred.

• Experience of supporting an individual would be preferable but not essential.
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential.
• Compassionate, reliable and caring approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passionate about making a real difference to people's lives.
• A driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use is desirable.

Why Work for Avalon?

• Award-winning charity with over 30 years of experience supporting adults with care and support needs.
• Comprehensive in-house training and ongoing development opportunities.
• Opportunity to develop lifelong skills and specialist experience.
• 24/7 advice helpline and on-call support.
• Discounts at high street retailers and gym memberships.
• Access to the Health Cash Plan.
• Paid travel between consecutive support sessions.
• £250 refer-a-friend bonus.
• Paid Enhanced DBS Certificate.
• Enhanced pay rates for nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Avalon Group is committed to safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of adults at risk. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate check, references and Right to Work checks.

Due to the terms of our sponsorship licence, we are currently not able to accept applications from those requiring sponsorship. Please only apply if you are already a resident in the UK with no sponsorship requirements.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.