We support people to understand their diagnosis and how this may impact their life and the lives of those around them. Our residential services provide accommodation and support for autistic adults 52 weeks a year, 24 hours a day in urban and rural settings. We also provide supported living services for autistic adults who need extra help to live in their own homes or within our accommodation, whether as tenants or owner occupiers, living alone or with others.
We have come a long way, but there is still much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation, and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions, and build a society that works for autistic people.
Visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do: https://www.autism.org.uk/
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Who we are looking for:
In accordance with the risk assessment for the person we support, there is an occupational requirement for this role to be carried out by a Male staff member.
We are seeking Support Workers with a passion for working with our fantastic teams. Ideally, you will have a background in supporting autistic people, but if not, we offer a comprehensive training program to help you achieve a fulfilling job. You may have personal connections or real-life experiences working with autistic individuals. Experience supporting vulnerable people in a residential setting is preferred. If you share our values and are committed to making a difference in the lives of autistic people, we’d love to hear from you.
Your working pattern will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families, including evening and weekend work.
This is a part-time position for 22.5 hours, with a salary of £14,286 per annum.
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The role includes:
* Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals
* Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community
* Developing individuals' homemaking skills and personal chores
* Transforming lives and achieving results for autistic adults
Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) is preferred.
Please click here for a Job Description
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What we can offer you:
* Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
* 33 days of annual leave (including Public Holidays), with options to buy or sell leave
* Comprehensive induction, training, and development programs, including autism training
* Online staff discount scheme for various benefits such as cycle to work, season ticket loans, and shopping discounts at major retailers
* Healthcare Cash Plan (for permanent staff)
* Life Assurance at 2x base salary
* Flexible benefits including private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension, and salary deduction loans (eligibility may vary)
* Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance and counselling programs
* Free Headspace mindfulness app, with options to enroll friends or family
* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
* Enhanced overtime pay, including sleep-in and on-call allowances
* Join the Team Scheme - Refer a friend and receive £200
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Where you will be working:
Residential Services in Accrington
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About our application process:
When submitting a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification, and include any relevant information demonstrating your suitability for the role.
For more information, contact: Sue Slevin, Registered Manager, sue.slevin@nas.org.uk
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a high volume of suitable applications is received.
To protect our autistic adults, all staff are required to undergo a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check, either via the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months, is preferred but not essential.
Applications are encouraged from anyone suitably qualified and experienced, especially those with a diagnosis of autism.
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo safeguarding checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
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