Overview
Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives? Then come and join us as an Autism Support Worker. All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description. We are looking for 2 full-time, dedicated Autism Support Workers to join our friendly team in Worksop. This is a job where you really will be making a difference to people’s lives. You’ll be supporting autistic people with a variety of activities that they enjoy and encouraging independent living skills. You’ll find this is a rewarding job, which promises variety as no two days are ever the same. You will be positively supporting people by providing holistic support including personal care, medication administration, integration into the local community and managing their anxieties, which they may communicate through distressing behaviour.
Responsibilities
Support autistic people with a variety of activities and encourage independent living skills. Provide holistic support including personal care, assistance with community integration and support with managing anxieties and behaviours. Deliver full training as required and maintain a compassionate, client-centred approach.
Requirements
No experience is necessary, as full training is given. We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, shares our values and can work with us to develop their skills. If you have experience as a support worker, care assistant, nursery assistant, or personal care assistant or have worked in the NHS, health care or in social care, this position will be suited to you too.
Location, hours and pattern
We have full-time, part-time and casual relief positions available in the Nottinghamshire area and are easily commutable by car from the surrounding areas. Our support is 24/7. The working pattern is on a rolling rota and includes a variety of shifts – early, lates, sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays and flexible shift patterns.
Eligibility and sponsorship
Please be aware, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who have restricted hours, and we are unable offer sponsorships.
What we offer
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (33 days)
* Occupational sick pay
* Extensive induction with autism specialist training
* Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care
* Paid job-related qualifications during employment
* Free initial DBS Check
* Employer pension scheme
* Friendly and supportive work environment
* Refer a friend scheme worth £500
* Access to the Blue Light Card scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid maternity/ paternity/ adoption leave
Autism East Midlands is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from anyone interested in working with people with autism. We are also a Disability Confident Employer. If you meet the person specification criteria and are eligible for the Disability Confident scheme, we will guarantee you an interview – just let us know in your covering letter or in your email when you send us your application form.
Autism East Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. If you’re a successful applicant you will need an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, we will meet any initial costs.
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