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Help transform lives by joining our team.
It's not easy, and it's not for everyone. But as a support worker, the rewards can be so much bigger than the challenges. You really will make a positive difference to people’s lives.
You’ll be joining our team, both locally and nationally and we’ll support you every step of the way.
We need you to be
resilient, supportive and sensitive towards the needs of autistic people. Being a support worker takes bravery, patience and commitment. But working with autistic people gives so much more in return.
You may have
a personal connection, a desire to work with or real life experiences working with autistic people.
You might not have lots of experience yet
,
but if you share our values and are willing to make a difference to the lives of autistic people, we’d love to hear from you.
We offer
a fantastic one year induction programme, continuing learning and development opportunities and the support you need to develop a career in social care. Along with a host of benefits – from shopping discounts to
flexible working
and a competitive pension scheme.
We are passionate about supporting autistic people into work, and particularly welcome applications from autistic people. We help autistic people from all backgrounds and strive to represent the same diversity in our staff and volunteers. We particularly encourage applications from people from all minority groups, who are currently under-represented in our workforce. Together, we can create a society that works for autistic people.
We are looking for support workers
to work in our to work in our supported Living services in
New Barns, Kenny Hill Suffolk
. You’ll be working with autistic adults who live independently; ensuring support and activities are meaningful to each individual
We support the residents to develop their skills and independence. Residents attend social clubs, enjoy cooking and arts and crafts at home, enjoy days out, listening to music and holidays
Our safe environment and fully trained experienced staff support the people to have a good quality of life, ensuring support and activities are meaningful to each individual.
Role
Previous experience of working with people who exhibit challenging behaviour is desirable but not essential for this role. You will need to be enthusiastic and willing to help individuals with a variety of care and support needs including:
- Accessing the community, shopping, social outings and leisure activities
- Domestic tasks like cooking and personal care
- Please note driving an automatic car is an essential requirement for this role in order to enable some of the people we support access activities outside of Mildenhall. Please indicate on your application if you are able to drive and hold a full UK driving licence.
Hours of Work:
40 Hours per week worked over a 7 day rota which may include weekends and bank holidays and sleep ins.
Where We Are Based
In
New Barns
, Kenny Hill, Suffolk - Postcode
IP28 8**
We offer a competitive salary overtime paid at £11.94 per hour and a sleep in premium at £50 per night for staff. Driving is desirable if you do not live locally
For a copy of the Job Description please click here
Help transform lives by joining our team TODAY!
You’ll be joining our team, both locally and nationally and we’ll support you every step of the way.
If you’re experiencing issues with applying, please contact the HR team at
Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do.
To apply for the role, please click the button at the end of this page to apply online.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions and build a society that works for autistic people.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include references and criminal backgrounds.
Help transform lives by joining our team.
It's not easy, and it's not for everyone. But as a support worker, the rewards can be so much bigger than the challenges. You really will make a positive difference to people’s lives.
You’ll be joining our team, both locally and nationally and we’ll support you every step of the way.
We need you to be
resilient, supportive and sensitive towards the needs of autistic people. Being a support worker takes bravery, patience and commitment. But working with autistic people gives so much more in return.
You may have
a personal connection, a desire to work with or real life experiences working with autistic people.
You might not have lots of experience yet
,
but if you share our values and are willing to make a difference to the lives of autistic people, we’d love to hear from you.
We offer
a fantastic one year induction programme, continuing learning and development opportunities and the support you need to develop a career in social care. Along with a host of benefits – from shopping discounts to
flexible working
and a competitive pension scheme.
We are passionate about supporting autistic people into work, and particularly welcome applications from autistic people. We help autistic people from all backgrounds and strive to represent the same diversity in our staff and volunteers. We particularly encourage applications from people from all minority groups, who are currently under-represented in our workforce. Together, we can create a society that works for autistic people.
We are looking for support workers
to work in our to work in our supported Living services in
New Barns, Kenny Hill Suffolk
. You’ll be working with autistic adults who live independently; ensuring support and activities are meaningful to each individual
We support the residents to develop their skills and independence. Residents attend social clubs, enjoy cooking and arts and crafts at home, enjoy days out, listening to music and holidays
Our safe environment and fully trained experienced staff support the people to have a good quality of life, ensuring support and activities are meaningful to each individual.
Role
Previous experience of working with people who exhibit challenging behaviour is desirable but not essential for this role. You will need to be enthusiastic and willing to help individuals with a variety of care and support needs including:
- Accessing the community, shopping, social outings and leisure activities
- Domestic tasks like cooking and personal care
- Please note driving an automatic car is an essential requirement for this role in order to enable some of the people we support access activities outside of Mildenhall. Please indicate on your application if you are able to drive and hold a full UK driving licence.
Hours of Work:
40 Hours per week worked over a 7 day rota which may include weekends and bank holidays and sleep ins.
Where We Are Based
In
New Barns
, Kenny Hill, Suffolk - Postcode
IP28 8**
We offer a competitive salary overtime paid at £11.94 per hour and a sleep in premium at £50 per night for staff. Driving is desirable if you do not live locally
For a copy of the Job Description please click here
Help transform lives by joining our team TODAY!
You’ll be joining our team, both locally and nationally and we’ll support you every step of the way.
If you’re experiencing issues with applying, please contact the HR team at
Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do.
To apply for the role, please click the button at the end of this page to apply online.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions and build a society that works for autistic people.
Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include references and criminal backgrounds.