Weekend Support Workers, Lisburn

Autism Initiatives Northern Ireland; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Lisburn is seeking Part-Time Weekend Support Workers. You will assist individuals with autism in daily activities and help them develop independence. The role requires a compassionate nature and availability for training. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension scheme

Enhanced company sick pay

Generous paid annual leave

Continuous learning & development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care and/or support appreciated.
• Must be NISCC registered or apply upon appointment.
• Availability for mandatory training in Belfast required.

Responsibilities

• Support people in various activities to enhance independence.
• Work collaboratively with the service users and team.

Skills

Working knowledge of care and support

NISCC registered

Job description

Job Details

Salary: £12.48
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Part-Time
Job Reference Number: NI-WSW-180725
Job Location: N. Ireland
Job Area: Lisburn
Closing Date: 30 September 2025

Overview

We are seeking Part-Time Weekend Support Workers 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.

About Autism Initiatives

Autism Initiatives works alongside people with autism, providing specialist services tailored to each individual. Our values underpin every aspect of the organisation's culture and activities in NI: Autism-Focused, Respect, Excellence, Empowerment, Collaboration, Commitment to Change and Rights-based.

Compliance

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.

Shifts and Contracts

We have the following shifts available:

• AM shifts: 07:30 – 15:00
• PM shifts: 14:30 – 22:00
• Sleepover: 22:00 – 07:30
• Long days available also

We have the following contracts available:

• 7.5 hours
• 15 hours
• 17 hours
• 22.5 hours
• 30 hours

Please state your availability and shift preference(s) on your application form.

Benefits

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

• Competitive salary
• Employer pension scheme
• 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
• Blue light discount card
• Employee Refer a Friend initiative
• Free Autism specific training
• Comprehensive induction training
• On the job learning
• Buddy/mentor for new staff
• Funded QCF development opportunities
• Continuous learning & development opportunities
• Line management support structure
• Regular 121 meetings
• Annual Performance review
• Culture of recognition
• 24/7 employee assistance programme (confidential counselling helpline) available from day one of employment
• MediCash health scheme, subject to eligibility
• Menopause support line as part of MediCash scheme
• Career break policy
• Cycle to work scheme
• Compassionate & Bereavement leave
• Wagestream financial planning and support app

Essential Criteria

• Working, voluntary or personal knowledge of providing care and/or support
• NISCC registered or apply to register on appointment
• Be available for mandatory training at Belfast Head Office (Mon-Sat)

Desirable Criteria

• Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle held for at least one year

Mandatory Training Dates

Must be available to attend mandatory training on the following dates (if the candidate has no availability during the week):

• Medication 29.07.25 6pm-9pm
• Epilepsy 12.08.25 6pm-9pm

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

Registered Charity No: XR72211, NIC 104641.

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

How to Apply

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