Overview
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The National Autistic Society supports people to understand their diagnosis and how this may impact their life and the lives of those around them. Our residential services provide accommodation and support for autistic adults 52 weeks a year, 24 hours a day in urban and rural settings. We also provide supported living services for autistic adults who need extra help to live in their own homes or within our accommodation, whether as tenants or owner occupiers, living alone, or with others. We aim to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions and build a society that works for autistic people. Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do: https://www.autism.org.uk/
Role and Responsibilities
Note: The following responsibilities relate to this part-time role.
* Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals
* Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community
* Develop individuals home making skills and personal chores
* Transforming lives and achieving results for autistic adults
What we’re looking for / Qualifications
* Passion to work with our teams; experience supporting autistic people is preferred, but a comprehensive training programme is provided
* Experience supporting vulnerable people in a residential setting
* Share our values and be willing to make a difference to the lives of autistic people
* Driving licence (minimum one year) is preferred
* Flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families, including evenings and weekend work
Details
* Employment type: Part-time
* Hours: 20 hours per week
* Salary: £12,698.40 per annum
Where you will be working
East Anglia Community Services; supports autistic adults in four separate supported living homes located in and around Mildenhall.
Benefits
* Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
* 33 days annual leave (incl. Public Holidays) with buy/sell option
* Induction, training and development programme including training about autism
* Online staff discount scheme
* Healthcare Cash Plan (for permanent staff)
* Life Assurance at 2 x base salary
* Salary sacrifice benefits including private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice, etc. (eligibility criteria may apply)
* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling
* Free Headspace mindfulness app (enrol up to three friends or family members)
* Blue Light Card eligibility
* Enhanced overtime and additional payments for sleep-in and on-call
* Join the Team Scheme – Refer a friend and receive £200
Application process
When providing a supporting statement, refer to the job description and person specification and include information that shows your suitability for the role. For more information contact: Rikki Barnes, Resource Centre Manager, Rikki.barnes@nas.org.uk
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities
To protect our autistic adults, all staff are required to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check is preferable but not essential. Applications from qualified and experienced candidates are welcome, particularly those with a diagnosis of autism. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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