Choice Support is recruiting support workers for two of its services. The work centres on helping adults with learning disabilities and autism live more independently, with person-centred support and community activities such as trips, clubs and college placements. Shifts run from 7am to 9pm and include waking nights and sleep-ins, with full-time, part-time and 0-hour contracts on offer. A full UK driving licence is required, and the employer is not offering visa sponsorship to new staff.
What the job involves
- Provide person-centred support tailored to each individual's needs, preferences and aspirations
- Support individuals with daily living activities and promoting independence
- Encourage community participation and social inclusion
- Accompany individuals on walks, swimming, church, college, shopping, holidays and day trips
- Support people to attend social events, clubs, nightclubs and leisure activities
- Support individuals with Positive Behaviour Support needs and follow support plans
- Promote choice, dignity, respect and wellbeing
- Build positive, trusting relationships with the people supported
- Respond calmly and confidently to changing situations and challenges
- Work waking night and sleep-in shifts within 7am to 9pm working hours
Skills & knowledge
- Kind, caring, compassionate and patient
- Resourceful, proactive and quick-thinking
- Flexible and reliable with a positive attitude
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Confident supporting individuals with a range of support needs
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence
- DBS check
- Reference checks and review of work history
- Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship
Other
- Passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives
- Committed to promoting independence, choice and inclusion
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
