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Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
We are looking for Support Workers to join our friendly team at our Bristol Outreach Service.Bristol Outreach is one of our south west based services where we support autistic adults in their own homes and communities to develop skills that promote their health and wellbeing, inclusion in their local community and greater independence. We are looking for staff with a flexible approach who can play an active role in facilitating this. In turn, we are able to offer a fantastic training package which will assist in teaching you how to provide specialist support.
If you are passionate about providing an excellent standard of support and would like to specialise in making a difference, then please contact us.
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25 Hour Support Worker (Bristol Outreach)
We Offer You
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- Excellent training and development programme
- Career progression opportunities
- Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance counselling programme
- Competitive pension scheme
- 33 days annual leave (incl. Public Holidays)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dental Insurance
- Health Screening and Cash Plan
- Death in Service Employee
- Private Medical Insurance
- Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple, Nando's and loads more!
A full driving licence and access to a car is required.
Your working pattern will be varied over a seven days rota and could include bank holidays.
To apply for the role, please click the button at the end of this page.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions and build a society that works for autistic people.
Find out more about who we are and what we do on our website www.jobsincare.com/job/jK5dhmi Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: From £10.42 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule
- 8 hour shift
Licence/Certification
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Authorisation
- United Kingdom (required)
We are looking for Support Workers to join our friendly team at our Bristol Outreach Service.
Bristol Outreach is one of our south west based services where we support autistic adults in their own homes and communities to develop skills that promote their health and wellbeing, inclusion in their local community and greater independence. We are looking for staff with a flexible approach who can play an active role in facilitating this. In turn, we are able to offer a fantastic training package which will assist in teaching you how to provide specialist support.
If you are passionate about providing an excellent standard of support and would like to specialise in making a difference, then please contact us.
Posts On Offer
25 Hour Support Worker (Bristol Outreach)
We Offer You
Please click here for a Job Description
A full driving licence and access to a car is required.
Your working pattern will be varied over a seven days rota and could include bank holidays.
To apply for the role, please click the button at the end of this page.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions and build a society that works for autistic people.
Find out more about who we are and what we do on our website www.jobsincare.com/job/jK5dhmi Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: From £10.42 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits
Schedule
Licence/Certification
Work Authorisation
Bristol Outreach is one of our south west based services where we support autistic adults in their own homes and communities to develop skills that promote their health and wellbeing, inclusion in their local community and greater independence. We are looking for staff with a flexible approach who can play an active role in facilitating this. In turn, we are able to offer a fantastic training package which will assist in teaching you how to provide specialist support.
If you are passionate about providing an excellent standard of support and would like to specialise in making a difference, then please contact us.
Posts On Offer
25 Hour Support Worker (Bristol Outreach)
We Offer You
Please click here for a Job Description
- Excellent training and development programme
- Career progression opportunities
- Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance counselling programme
- Competitive pension scheme
- 33 days annual leave (incl. Public Holidays)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dental Insurance
- Health Screening and Cash Plan
- Death in Service Employee
- Private Medical Insurance
- Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple, Nando's and loads more!
A full driving licence and access to a car is required.
Your working pattern will be varied over a seven days rota and could include bank holidays.
To apply for the role, please click the button at the end of this page.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions and build a society that works for autistic people.
Find out more about who we are and what we do on our website www.jobsincare.com/job/jK5dhmi Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: From £10.42 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule
- 8 hour shift
Licence/Certification
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Authorisation
- United Kingdom (required)
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.
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