ROLE PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The Out of Hours Activities Leader will support the planning, delivery, and evaluation of a variety of engaging group sessions and activities that promote social interaction, creativity, health, and wellbeing for adults with learning disabilities. The role involves creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where participants can develop new skills, build friendships, and gain confidence. The activities will be delivered during evening and weekends.
Everyone who works within Thornage Hall needs to have a good understanding of working with vulnerable people. All staff are required to have a flexible approach to the working environment. The post holder will need to be DBS checked and training will be given regarding any current regulatory requirements.
ROLE DIMENSIONS
Supporting service users
· To support service users both individually and in groups to maximise their potential and develop their skills.
· To contribute to service users' person centred plans and provide emotional and practical support (including help with personal care) to enable them to participate within planned activities.
· To contribute to assessment and review of progression for service users, including observations recording, whether internally or externally requested.
· To lead on the development and review of risk assessments for service users
· To be accessible and approachable to service users, to be sensitive to their needs.
· To empower service users to be involved in shaping the out-of-hours service at Thornage Hall.
· To encourage service users to maximise their potential and support the achievement of personal goals and aspirations.
· To support service users in their communication/interaction with one another and other people and advocate on their behalf.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £13.43-£13.85 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 6 per week
Work Location: In person