Casual Male Support Worker

Role Description\\nJoin Our Team as a Male Positive Behaviour Support Worker- Drivers Only\\nLocation:Kennington, Oxfordshire\\nSalary:£14.20 per hour plus benefits\\nHours:8.00am to 8.00pm and 8.00pm to 8.00am (Monday to Sunday on a mixed shift rota basis. Please note, the shifts may vary due to the needs of the people we support)\\nContract:Casual\\nDriving Requirement:A valid full UK manual driving license is essential, as you would be required to drive an alternative vehicle\\nRight to Work:Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.\\nWho you will be Supporting?\\nHi!

I am a young man with autism and moderate learning difficulties, I live alone in a purposely built home. I like routine and predictability. I find it very challenging when I cannot go out and do things that I enjoy. I like to go out in my vehicle daily on a pre-planned route, which my support workers are required to drive. I love music, BBC 1, BBC 2 radio and colouring activities, going out in my van to activities.

My mother is very important to me in my life and is involved in my support and wellbeing. My favourite food is pasta. My support workers need to be dedicated, resilient, creative, flexible and think outside of the box to enable me to reach my full potential.

I have been institutionalised most of my life and now with the support of SeeAbility's amazing Support Workers most of my days are active and enjoyable. \\nEssential CriteriaTo be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to the following areas of expertise:\\n\\nBehaviours of concern\\nAutism and learning disabilities\\nPositive Behaviour Support\\nRestraint Reduction (Not essential but desirable)About You\\nAre you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature that helps you thrive in challenging situations? If so, we want to hear from you!\\nWe're looking for individuals to join our colleague team who can stay calm under pressure, who are enthusiastic and take a proactive approach, and handle behaviours that others might find challenging.

If you have a full manual UK driving license, you're exactly who we're looking for.\\nThis position is ideal for individuals wanting to study behaviour or are currently studying Phycology, Positive Behaviour Support or Applied Behaviour Analysis. \\nWhat will you be doing?\\nAs a Support Worker, you'll be more than just their support – you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Here's what you'll be doing:\\nDaily Care & Support: Helping with personal care, meal preparation, medication, and other daily tasks.\\nBuilding Relationships: Getting to know the person you support, understanding the needs, and helping him live life on his own terms.\\nEmpowering Independence: Assisting with personal goals, from daily activities to long-term aspirations, and encouraging creative exploration with the help of Positive Behaviour Specialist. You will be working with a least restrictive approach. \\nSocial Engagement: Supporting activities like holiday’s, social events, and hobbies, ensuring he has the opportunity to enjoy what he loves by driving him around using his vehicle.\\nRespect & Dignity: Ensuring that the individual and the family are treated with the utmost respect, dignity, and equality.#INDSJS\\n\\nOur Benefits\\nWhy work for us?\\nAt SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being just as much as the support you provide, we can offer you:\\nComprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.\\nRecognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won’t go unnoticed.\\nWork-Life Balance: Enjoy up to 28 days of holiday pro-rata\\nFinancial Benefits:  discounts and  cashback\\nWellbeing Support: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program.\\nRefer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers to Deputy only).About us\\nRegistered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK.

This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!\\nWe specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time. \\nSeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.\\nSafer Recruitment\\nSeeAbility is committed to safe and fair recruitment practices, safeguarding and protecting those who we support.

It is a condition of employment that perspective employees will be subject to the following:\\nA criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).\\nDocumentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.\\nHealth Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered. \\nReferences will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults. These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’ s expense.\\nDiversity\\nSeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition.\\nWe believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates.\\nIn exceptional circumstances, the exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement