Job Description
Support Worker
LANCS-SW0421-LON
Longridge, Preston
39 hours per week
£22,435 per annum pro rata (based on 39 hours per week)
This is more than a job; it’s a career that supports people to live life to the full!
We are seeking friendly Support Workers to join our new Supported Living service in Longridge, Preston. You will be committed to supporting people with autism to live as independently as possible and 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
· Generous annual holiday entitlement, rising with years’ service.
· Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
· Long service entitlements
· Option to sell annual leave (subject to eligibility)
· Monthly staff cash prize draw (subject to eligibility)
· Medicash (subject to eligibility)
More about the role
Autism Initiatives work positively alongside people with autism, providing specialist services that are tailored to each individual.
As a Support Worker, we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and will enjoy joining a dynamic team that encourages people with autism to access community activities such as local walks, trips to the park, swimming, or going to the cinema. Support Workers promote health and well-being and support individuals to maintain their home, whilst also encouraging in house activities such as cooking, arts and crafts and gardening. The support we deliver is flexible and unique to each individual, building on their strengths and driven by their goals.
Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to making a difference to the lives of people with autism, as well as a positive attitude, is key to being successful in this role. This is truly a rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills, knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.
How do I apply?
If you think you have what we are looking for and are interested in joining our team in Liverpool, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Please complete an application form via our website: https://autisminitiativesjobs.org/jobs/support-worker-longridge/
If you require any support with the application process please contact our friendly HR team on 0151 932 2242 who will be happy to help you.
Living with Covid, we continue to prioritise the safety of our employees and people we support. We provide appropriate PPE and support for vaccinations as part of our Infection Prevention Control Risk Assessments to reduce the risk of infection.
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.
www.autisminitiatives.org
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 1-39 per week
Salary: £22,435.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
Physical setting:
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: LANCS-SW0421-LON