Support Worker Croft Hill, Keighley JK-CHYORK-SW 2 x 39 Hours £26,872.56 per annum pro rata, based on 39 hours per week We have Support Worker opportunities at our new development in North Yorkshire. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can really make a different then this could be the job for you! About us: At Autism Initiatives we provide a personalised, autism specialist service that makes a positive different to the lives of people we support. Our services focus on: Supporting people to be as independent as possible in their homes Supporting people to achieve and be successful Helping people to pursue their interests and enjoy their lives Enabling people to be active members of their communities Who we are looking for: As a Support Worker you will develop a trusting and respectful rapport with people with autism and support with personal care, whilst promoting and encouraging independence. You will also provide quality support which is personalised to individual health and well-being needs. The role will also involve promoting community engagement, enabling people with autism to be part of their local community. What can we offer you? Company paid enhanced DBS Progression opportunities and career pathways Full training and development programme to support you in your role. Support to obtain your Diploma Level 2 qualification 23 days plus 8 Bank Holidays, rising to 26 days with 3 years’ service Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year Long service entitlements – after 1, 2 and 3 complete years of service, you will benefit from up to an additional 3/5ths of a week of leave after 3 complete years of service. Career break scheme (subject to eligibility) Option to buy and sell annual leave (subject to eligibility) Monthly staff cash prize draw (subject to eligibility) We at Autism Initiatives make a difference every day. We pride ourselves on being a values-based organisation who put the people we support in the heart of everything we do. We are also committed as an organisation to the well-being of our staff for all of the hard work they do each day. To support our employees we offer the following; Medicash Wellness plans A supportive team and friendly environment Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay We are committed to staff development and want all staff at Autism Initiatives to feel supported when at work. We have excellent opportunities for career development and progression and are always there to encourage staff as they embark on their career in Health and Social Care This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The cost of which will be met with by Autism Initiatives How do I apply? If you think you have what we are looking for and are interested in joining our team in North Yorkshire we’d be delighted to hear from you. If you require any support with the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team on 0151 932 2242 who will be happy to help you. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery. INDSP