Package Description: The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.
Join Us as a Senior Support Worker
The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people, and we have a rewarding opportunity for a Support Worker at Ty Coed. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Service
Longford Court in Neath, Wales, includes four residential homes – Ty Coed, Ty Mawr, Ty Mynydd, and Ty Canol – and one bungalow – Ty Coed Bungalow. Together, we support 21 residents.
About the Role
We are looking for caring and reliable Senior Support Workers. Your role is to help people live their best lives by following their support plans and daily routines.
What You’ll Do
* Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, eating)
* Encourage activities they enjoy (swimming, hiking, arts & crafts)
* Support life skills & independence (budgeting, shopping, meal preparation)
What We’re Looking For
For you to inspire others with a positive attitude towards supporting vulnerable people.
Experience With Autistic People Is Helpful But Not Essential
Personal experience or a passion for helping others is welcome.
Job Details
This advert is for a full-time position at 37 hours per week, at Ty Coed. Your working pattern in this role will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families and will include evening and weekend working. Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) is preferred.
Benefits
* Pension – auto‑enrolled pension scheme.
* Annual leave – 33 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year.
* Training – great induction and training, including autism training.
* Discounts – online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
* Healthcare – cash plan for permanent staff.
* Life assurance – 2x your base salary.
* Flexible benefits – options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
* Support – 24‑hour employee assistance programme and counselling.
* Mindfulness – free Headspace app for you and up to three family or friends.
* Blue Light Card – eligibility for discounts.
* Extra pay – enhanced overtime, plus payments for sleep‑in and on‑call (if applicable).
* Refer a friend – get £200 when you refer someone.
Application Process
We might close this job advert early if we receive many suitable applications.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Important Information
Agencies need not apply. Please note the National Autistic Society is unable to provide sponsorship for visas.
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