Autism Support Worker
3 days ago
Salisbury
One to one Support Worker for a non verbal man with autism and complex needs in Salisbury, Wiltshire. For more info and/or to apply. ++++++We are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship and please ensure you currently and permanently reside in the United Kingdom. Previous applicants need not apply++++++ You will be asked to send a short video introduction which the service user will view to alleviate any anxiety he has around potentially meeting new people. PART TIME and Bank Support Worker (male support staff only) for a non verbal man with autism, emotional and complex needs in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Shift Pattern: Some weekends or/and shifts to cover sickness or gaps within the rota. Please note that no shifts are guaranteed. Job Summary: We are looking for a male support worker to join our successful team to support a non-verbal 30 year old man with autism and complex needs to live in his own home. You do not need experience. We will give you full and robust training and shadowing periods. A robust care plan will be given to follow which forms part of the main structure of the service. You will have access to a company car (automatic) while you are supporting the service user but a driving licence is not essential for this position. If you are not sure about the position, come along and spend some time with the service user and service team manager to decide if this is the right placement for you. This is a unique role in a unique service built around the needs of the service user, and it is completely person-centered to his needs. The service user doesn’t require medication or personal care. Training and shadow shifts: Will take place at any point during any day of the week and/or up to 1 weekend a month. Please insure you are available to partake fully in the training. Holiday pay: is paid on top of the hourly rate at 10.75% which equates to 5.6 weeks annual leave. Rates of pay: £13.50 per day hour plus the holiday pay which we round up to £2 per hour to make it a round figure of £15.50 per hour. Night sleep-in rate: £34 per sleep-in (we pay an increased amount of £89.10 per sleep to compensate you should you be awake). You will be paid towards the end of the month (within the last 4 days of the month) in arrears pro rata through PAYE administered by Wiltshire Council payroll team and all tax, national insurance, pension etc is calculated by them and you will be sent a monthly payslip with all payments and deductions. Benefits of working on our team: No Covid jabs needed Free enhanced DBS Higher than normal wages compared to most support work Possible Pay increase reviews every 2 years of continuous employment Pension scheme if you qualify (Enrolment is automatic but can be opted out once enrolled) A very unique supported living set up offering a therapeutic environment for the service user Payment for training and job shadowing A family atmosphere is the key here. The recruitment process will be explained over an initial telephone conversation/email/meet and greet/interview. Any other information · We are looking for someone who acts like they truly care · Please have the ability to be flexible · Please be reliable · Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be available to work and cover all shifts that are required of them and integrity is essential right from the start and throughout because of the expectations and needs of the service user.
