We are looking for an upbeat and empathetic male Support Worker to join our community support team in Throop, Bournemouth on a part time basis.
Due to the needs of the person we support, we can only consider male candidates with experience in Health and Social care including Autism or Challenging behaviour.
You will need to hold a Full UK driving licence, however, access to your own vehicle is not essential.
Please note: Autism Unlimited does not provide visa sponsorship
The role
We support David, a young man in his thirties who lives in Throop.
David communicates verbally using short phrases. He also uses PECS cards on his communication board to plan his day and to express his needs and choices.
As part of David’s support team, you could be involved in:
* Going for a peaceful walk near Throop mill.
* Spending time in the garden where David enjoys bouncing on his trampoline or relaxing on the swing.
* Relaxing to music.
* David sees his family every week where they go for a walk and an ice cream.
We’re always looking for new ways to help David engage with and be a part of his local community.
At the core of our service is a commitment to promoting independence. We believe a calm, empathetic, and encouraging team is key to helping David live a fulfilling and empowered life.
A day in the life of a Support Worker would include:
* Sharing your skills and life knowledge with the people we support to enable good life skills and independence when living in the community
* Maintaining consistent and accurate records regarding care plans, finances, appointments and medication
* Following the support plan in plan for each person we support to enable the person to feel comfortable and happy, adapting this as required based on change in behaviour
* Providing some elements of personal care from personal hygiene prompts, helping to bath and wash, medication
Hours: 33 hours per week
Shifts will vary between 7am – 10pm Monday to Sunday on a two week rolling rota.
This role would include working alternate weekends and sleep ins (sleep ins come with an additional payment)
Why join us?
* Blue light card
* A rewarding job, full of variety and opportunities for career development
* A generous employee referral scheme – you can earn £400 for each person you successfully refer!
* 12-week induction programme consisting of in-house training, e-learning, shadowing, coaching, and mentoring.
* The opportunity to complete an accredited qualification once you’ve passed your probation period.
* All colleagues have access to an internal learning portal so you can increase your skills and knowledge in the areas that interest you the most.
* Cycle to work scheme
* Bespoke learning and development in key areas such as total communication, positive behaviour techniques, sign language
* Up to 33 days annual leave pro-rata (including bank holidays)
* Benefits portal which gives you access to money off your favourite shops, restaurants, and great days out, along with a cashback healthcare plan for general day-to-day healthcare such as optical and dental.
* A 24 Hour Employee Assistance programme that provides practical information and support on issues like money management, family and legal information.
Apply now:
If being a Support Worker sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. To apply it couldn’t be simpler - just ‘apply’ to complete the application process. If you need any support contact the Talent Team on (phone number removed).
Carly would be happy to help!
Our commitment:
We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.
Autism unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
All successful candidates will besubject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks