This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines
Would you like to be part of a new specialised service which is committed to supporting me?
Would you like to support me in the community, promoting independence and being a part of the next steps in my life?
I am looking for support workers to support me in Sandwich at home and in my local community. I live with Autism and Learning disabilities and need support to enjoy life safely.
I enjoy spending time at home playing computer games and sometimes watching films. When in the community I enjoy visiting the shops to look at games and DVD's or to eat out. I need you to be consistent in your support and maintain boundaries I need to keep me safe.
I will need support workers to support me all day in my home and the community with developing community awareness, independent living skills, staying safe, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, managing anxiety and challenges specific to me.
Shift Patterns
You will be working a range of shifts including nights and some weekends. There is always the option to discuss flexible shifts such as nights only, weekends only and part time hours.
I need my support workers to be patient, understanding and confident in their approach.
My support workers need to be mindful of the language they use when communicating with me, being honest, boundaried and consistent is essential.
Supporting me in challenging situations with a non-judgmental approach.
Experienced in supporting people with an Autism diagnosis.
Be consistent in your support approach.
Be able to use language effectively to enable me to widen my opportunities.
The ability to work well as part of a team and independently, and with other professionals involved in my support.
This is a specialist supported living service in Sandwich and we have high expectations for our staff. You will receive all the necessary training prior to supporting the person and this will take place locally.
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 29 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.