Calling all compassionate and dedicated individuals! Mencap is seeking passionate Support Workers to join our incredible team in Minehead.
As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs.
Supporting people in their own homes and lone working with 16 people with housework, laundry, shopping, menu planning, preparing meals, supporting to arrange health appointments and going to health appointments at times, prompting to order their medication and reminding them to collect their medication. Everyone enjoys holidays, going to the theatre, cinema, day trips out and going out in the community
From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life.
What we're looking for:
- A genuine passion for supporting others.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities.
- This role requires you to be a driver.
Contract options:
- Full-time: 37.5 hrs
- Part-time: flexible hours based on availability
Shift times:
All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life!
- Days: Between 07:00-22:00
- Sleep-ins: 22:00-07:00
There is also a sleep-in available where you will receive an enhanced flat rate payment of £63.70.
*All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Important information for applicants: please note, this position is not suitable for anyone who is looking to obtain sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa or currently holds a Skilled Worker Visa and is looking to switch sponsorship to a new employer. This role does not meet the minimum salary threshold required to be sponsored as set by the UKVI.
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.
At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues.
Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
· Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
· Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies.
We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
Additional Support Worker
Rawtenstall
£12.51 per hour
Looking to start a career where you can really make a difference? Then we want you to be a part of our team!
Becoming an Additional Support Worker with Autism Initiatives is a brilliant opportunity to work flexibly as you start your career in social care. Whether you have worked in social care before or not, we offer a supportive environment and ongoing training to support you in your new role.
What do we look for in an Additional Support Worker?
- A good verbal and written communicator
- Patient, caring and supportive
- A passion to develop and learn new skills
- Ability to work to your own initiative and be a team player
- Able to work flexibly
More about the role
As an Additional Support Worker, no two days are the same and you will enjoy a role which brings a lot of variety. The people we support are at the heart of everything we do, and our Additional Support Workers play a key role in encouraging the people we support to live as independently as possible. Our Additional Support Workers work in a variety of settings including, Supported Living, Resource Centres and Outreach. Our services work hard to create person centred support plans for each individual and their preferred activities which can include:
• Access community activities such as local walks
• Trips to the park
• Swimming and going to the cinema
• Supporting people in their voluntary work
Working patterns
Our Additional Support Workers work flexibly and can book onto shifts through our Worksearch app. We offer a variety of shifts which you can fit around your lifestyle. This includes, day shifts, night shifts and weekend work.
Our offer to you
- Career progression opportunities.
- Full initial training and ongoing development programme to support you in your role.
- An enhanced DBS that we pay for.
- Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
- Work Pension Scheme
- Birthday day off
How do I apply?
If you think you have what we are looking for and are interested in joining our team, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
If you are interested in applying for this position and making a difference to someone’s life then please complete the application form by clicking the “apply now” tab on the left.
The Job description and person specification can also be found above the application form, on the apply now tab.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.
In addition to excellent rates of pay, a contributory pension and generous holiday entitlements, you will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.
Full details of all staff benefits are available on our intranet once you start working with us as benefits may vary from role to role, but here’s a brief run-down of a few of them:
- Monthly staff cash prize draw
- Your birthday off work every year
- Medicash health scheme, providing cash towards medical costs, gym discounts and more
- Employee Assistance Programme – free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.
- Additional paid holidays after 1, 2 and 3 years’ service
- Extra paid holidays in milestone service years
- Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Career break scheme
- Wagestream financial planning and support App – enables you to access money earned before pay day, set up savings and gain control of your finances
Our application form will ask you for information so it’s a great idea to have these to hand before you get started:
- Your previous employment: we will require confirmation of the past 5 years of your employment history
- Relevant qualifications to the role
- A minimum of 2 reference contact details, one of which must be your current/most recent employer.
- For further Tips on completing your application, please refer to our download on the “Apply Now” section.
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Midlothian Support Workers
2 x Full time & 1 x Part time contract available - Female Only**
Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata
Midlothian service operates in both Loanhead and Dalkeith.
In Loanhead we support 6 people in 5 flats within the same block. Our supported people have a wide range of support needs including Dysphasia.
There are good transport links to Loanhead including Lothian's bus numbers 37 & 47 and Borders bus X62. There is 1 sleepover shift per day and shifts are usually approximately 8 hours e.g. 8am - 4pm or 1pm - 9pm.
Dalkeith supports 5 people within the same complex all in their own flats. Shifts are approximately 8 or 9 hours (e.g. 9-5, 9-6 or 12-8).
There are good bus transport links from Edinburgh on Lothian bus numbers 3 & 33. East Coast Bus 140 also operates between Musselburgh and Dalkeith.
During your induction and training period you will work alongside our experienced team members, once your training is complete this role will involve lone working.
'We have a great group of supported people across Loanhead & Dalkeith. Loanhead has a great community feel, there is a courtyard area where they will sit out in the summer and have parties.' Chrissy, Care & support Manager - East & Mid Lothian
If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!
Your main duties will be but not limited to:
- Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.
- Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
- Carry out tasks in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
- Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.
Find out what you working week could look like here.
Hear from our current Support Workers here.
Why Ark?
- No Previous Experience Required
Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care. - Get a qualification while you work
Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team. - Employee Discounts
Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays. - Career Progression
Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally. - Employee Assistance Program
Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App. - Contracted hours to suit you
We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland. - Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year. - Enhanced Overtime
Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to an enhanced rate.
In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:
- Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
- 4% Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark
- Blue Light Card
Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate ...
Inpatient Unit and Palliative Advice Centre (PACE) at East Cheshire Hospice.
Due to an exciting expansion of services, the hospice is adding to its well-established team.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced nurse with a passion for delivering exemplary care, to join us in supporting people affected by life-limiting illness in both the hospice and community settings.
The successful candidate will be supported to undertake an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice to facilitate a transition from senior nurse to Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
You will be based in our purpose-built hospice situated one mile from Macclesfield town centre. There is ample free parking available on site.
Our service operates 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. This post will require weekend and evening work with the possibility of occasional rotation onto nights.
Our new team member will:
· Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illness.
· Act as a clinical leader, ensuring safe and effective care delivery.
· Undertake face-to-face assessments and reviews of palliative patients within the hospice and community settings.
· Offer advice and support to patients, families, and healthcare professionals both in person and over the phone.
· Coordinate care and contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions and decision-making.
· Support service development and quality improvement initiatives.
· Promote evidence-based practice and uphold the highest standards of care.
· Support the provision of additional hospice services such as blood transfusions and respite care.
Additional Support Worker
Reference: IOM-ASW
Central and Northern Based Services
£15.23 – £17.28 per hour
This is more than a job; it’s a career that supports people to live life to the full.
What can we offer you?
- Company paid enhanced DBS
- Progression opportunities and career pathways
- Full training and development programme to support you in your role.
- Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
We are seeking friendly and resilient Additional Support Workers to join us across all our services. We have over 9 different houses located both in Eastern and Central parts of the Island where they are located within easy reach of local bus routes. You will be joining a friendly, established team that provides quality support to autistic adults.
We are looking for people who will bring their passion and enthusiasm to the role. Autism Initiatives provide specialist support for people with autism and we are committed to working in partnership to achieve the best possible outcomes.
As an Additional Support Worker you will support with a range of activities which meet the wishes of the people that we support and encourages people with autism to live as independently as possible and be part of their local community. Activities could include: swimming, accessing day trips, gardening, walking groups and many more.
The role of an Additional Support Worker enables you to accept shifts around your availability and other commitments. If you are looking for some variety, flexibility in hours and are keen to make a difference, please get in touch today!
This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates who hold a manual driving licence.
‘We at Autism Initiatives make a difference every day. We pride ourselves on being a values-based organisation who put the people we support in the heart of everything we do. We are also committed as an organisation to the well-being of our staff for all of the hard work they do each day. To support our employees we offer the following;
Medicash
- Wellness plans
- A supportive team and friendly environment
- Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay
We are committed to staff development and want all staff at Autism Initiatives to feel supported when at work. We have excellent opportunities for career development and progression and are always there to encourage staff as they embark on their career in Health and Social Care’
If you are interested in applying for this position and making a difference to someone’s life then please complete the application form by clicking the “apply now” tab on the left.
The job description and person specification can also be found above the application form, on the apply now tab.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.
In addition to excellent rates of pay, a contributory pension and generous holiday entitlements, you will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.
Full details of all staff benefits are available on our intranet once you start working with us as benefits may vary from role to role, but here’s a brief run-down of a few of them:
- Your birthday off work every year
- Your birthday off work every year
- Additional paid holidays after 1, 2 and 3 years’ service
- Extra paid holidays in milestone service years
Getting Started:
Our application form will ask you for information so it’s a great idea to have these to hand before you get started:
- Your previous employment: we will require confirmation of the past 5 years of your employment history
- Relevant qualifications to the role
- A minimum of 2 reference contact details, one of which must be your current/most recent employer.
- For further Tips on completing your application, please refer to our download on the “Apply Now” section.
If you’re struggling to complete the form, have any questions, or need support simply click on our need help button, pop in a few contact details, and one of recruitment team will be in ...
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Support Team Manger - Female Only (3465)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Team Manager to join our dedicated team in Nelson.
You will need to hold a full UK driving license for this role.
About Mirus:
For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.
We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.
We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.
Everything we do is guided by our values: Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.
About the role:
Reporting to the Registered Manager, you'll deliver high-quality person-centred services through strong line management of the senior support workers and support staff teams. You'll deliver excellent care and support planning practice, leading by example as a practice role model. You'll deliver great outcomes for the people we support. You'll be responsible for managing your services within budget, manage care hours, rotas and contracts and deliver against key objectives. You'll deliver a positive health, safety and wellbeing culture.
What will you be doing?
· Ensure the care and support planning and personalised risk assessment processes are well managed.
· Uphold highest standards relating to Safeguarding and ensure all staff training is current.
· Lead the teams in delivering person centred support which ensures people make and maintain relationships that are important to them.
· Lead the teams in enabling people to play an active role in their community and achieve the things that matter to them.
· Deliver services in accordance with the contract, budget, and commissioned hours.
· Lead staff in the implementation of all support plans / guidance and to ensure plans and risk assessments are current and appropriately updated.
· Ensure the involvement and inclusion of all people as well as their circle of support if desired.
· Lead teams who encourage and enable people we support to maximise independence and to be active in their community.
· Ensure people are supported to give feedback on the support received and act upon this feedback, updating support plans accordingly.
· Ensure the delivery of Active Support across your services in accordance with Mirus strategy.
What we're looking for:
Essential:
· QCF level 4/5 management qualification or willing to work towards
· Experience of supporting people who have learning disabilities, with minimum 1 year's management experience
· Experience of positively liaising with external agencies, families, and representatives
· Experience of working within legislative guidelines, i.e., C IW Standards, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding, Health and Safety, DOLS etc
· Ability to work flexibly and take part in an ‘Out of Hours' service
· Ability to work effectively across a range of teams, to include peer group and Multi-Disciplinary Teams
Our Benefits:
· Fully funded and supported qualification–QCF.
· Full training programme and opportunities for development and promotion.
· 24 days' Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays increasing to 29 after 5 years service.
· Pension Scheme.
· Cycle to Work Scheme·
· Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
· Employee Assistance Programme.
· Wellbeing Hub.
A full job description is attached, please review for more information about the role.
- Vacancy Type:Permanent
- Location:Nelson
- Postcode:CF46 6PJ
- Full-time / Part-time:Full-time
- Salary:£33,000
- Closing Date:31 January 2026
Support Line Volunteer
This unique role will give you the opportunity to use your compassionate listening skills to make a difference to the lives of parents and carers whose children are being criminally or sexually exploited. This is a remote volunteer role that you can do from your home, where you will talk to affected parents and carers over the phone.
Be the voice that makes a difference
Every day, parents and carers reach out to Ivison Trust because their children are being exploited. They’re scared, overwhelmed, and often feel completely alone. That’s where you come in.
Last year, our amazing call line volunteers supported over 550 parents and carers — offering them a safe space to be heard, understood, and supported. Just by picking up the phone, you could be that calm voice in a storm, helping someone feel less isolated and more hopeful.
“Talking to someone who truly listened helped me feel less alone. It gave me the strength to keep going.” Affected parent
Why volunteer with us?
Make a powerful impact
Be there for someone when they need it most. Every call you take helps break the silence, reduce isolation, and empower families facing exploitation.
Full training and ongoing support
We’ll give you everything you need to feel confident. From comprehensive training to hands-on guidance, our Volunteer Coordinator and Ivison Trust managers will support you every step of the way — before, during, and after each call.
Build incredible skills
This is more than volunteering — it’s personal growth. You’ll develop valuable skills in empathy, active listening, and managing challenging conversations.
Ready to be part of something meaningful?
Volunteering on our call line is your chance to do good, grow personally, and become part of a compassionate community working to make real change. Whether you’re looking to give back, gain experience, or learn new skills, this is your opportunity to be part of something truly impactful.
Location: Remote, from your home. Commitment required: Ideally one 2 or 3 hour evening shift per month on either a Friday or Saturday evening.
Our Support Line Operator Volunteers will be supported during their session by an on-call manager. Volunteers will receive regular support, supervision, and opportunities to connect with peers.
Person Specification
- A warm, sensitive and caring attitude
- Good listening and communication skills
- An understanding and commitment to our ethos
- An understanding of confidentiality
- An open, non-judgemental attitude
- A reliable and dedicated approach to volunteering
- A willingness to develop enabling partnerships with parents
- An understanding of safeguarding
Equality and diversity
We are committed to equal opportunities and anti-discrimination practices. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we support and welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
What we offer
* An accredited training programme
* Supervision from compassionate, experienced parent support workers
* Opportunities for volunteer peer support and collaborative learning
Apply
We are currently not accepting anymore applications for this role.
“Volunteering for Ivison Trust is something that I find so rewarding. I feel incredibly privileged to be a part of an organisation that truly puts children, young people and their carers at the heart of what they do. I only wish that I had had access to such a supportive service when I was living through circumstances not dissimilar to so many of the families that the Ivison Trust continually strive to empower.” Support Line Volunteer
VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years.
Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential.
VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages. At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services.
Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.
VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join Craigton Grove as a Support Worker. Our Craigton Grove service is housing support for adults with learning difficulties in Peterculter, Aberdeen. At Craigton Grove we provide agreed person-centred support to each tenant, and is staffed 24-hours a day which includes sleep-in cover as required. The main aim of the service is to support tenants to maintain their tenancies and be as independent as possible, which is enabled by agreed support planning.
This will be a Part-time position and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits:
Hours: 28 hours per week
Rota: 7 days a week rota where you will be required to work roughly 4 shifts over 7 days - a variety of shifts including earlies /lates and alternate weekends. There will also be a requirement for 2-3 sleepovers per month.
- Company pension
- Employee assistance programme
- Generous annual leave
- Refer a friend - Receive £220 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA
- Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes
- Gain recognised SCQF Qualifications
About the role:
As a Support Worker of this busy service you will be required to provide a quality service in order to meet the identified needs of service users, in line with specified VSA standards, policies, codes of practice and regulatory requirements, managing resources effectively within an agreed financial framework.
Responsibilities of our Support Worker will include: -
Guiding and actively supporting Tenants in Housing Support tasks while they re-learn or maintain skills necessary for remaining in their Tenancy.
Supporting service users as Tenants in their daily living through identified ‘Care at Home’ tasks.
Taking the lead in planning, monitoring and reviewing service delivery plans to meet individual needs and preferences, within budgetary and funding constraints.
Overseeing and participating in the maintenance of accurate recording systems and reports (both manual and computerised) to meet agreed standards in line with administrative, regulatory and management purposes
Complying with and having a sound working knowledge of necessary legislative requirements as laid down through the care standards and recognising the impact of following these standards on the overall provision of service.
Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the post holders' capabilities.
Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.
What we are looking for in our Support Worker:
Ability to communicate well with individuals
Ability to maintain accurate records
Basic I.T. skills
Record keeping
Problem solving
Using initiative
Organisational Skills
Good interpersonal skills
If our Support Worker role sounds like you, then click “Apply” below and start your career journey with VSA today!
SALARY:
£31,852.13 pa
HOURS:
37 hours per week
This post is fixed term up to 2 years, with the possibility of an extension.
Touchstone is a multi-award-winning mental health and wellbeing charity operating in communities across Yorkshire, including the 2nd most inclusive employer in the UK in the “Top 50 Most Inclusive Employers” list and achieved Investors in People – Platinum accreditation. Touchstone understands that we can only deliver excellence to the people we serve if the people we recruit are happy, empowered, supported to reach their potential and trusted to lead.
Beacon Leeds is a partnership of 3 Leeds-based charities; Turning Lives Around (TLA), Touchstone and Inspire North. Beacon provides a city-wide Housing Related Support accommodation service for vulnerable adults, couples and families to prevent homelessness and address housing need.
The postholder will work within a dynamic, fast paced housing support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process, specialising in working with clients for whom housing, and risk of tenancy breakdown and unplanned outcomes are a factor. The postholder will need to be able to establish positive, proactive and innovative working relationships with a range of services and organisations across the Beacon partnership, whilst supporting a caseload of victim survivors.
Online Information Session: Monday 02 February, at 13:00 via Microsoft Teams
If you wish to attend please email recruitment@touchstonesupport.org.uk
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 08 February 2026
Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 18 February 2026
To apply, please send your application form to recruitment@touchstonesupport.org.uk
Application forms and documents:
Advice on Completing Application Forms
Equal Opportunities Policy – Agreed 2020
Touchstone Job Applicant Privacy Notice – NOV 24
As an employee of Touchstone you will benefit from the following:
- Working for a diverse and inclusive organisation e.g. 36% *BME staff, 25% *LGBTQ+ staff, 16% *staff with a disability. Staff and peer support networks (*as above and many more)
- 28 days annual leave (rising to 31 after 2 years) + 8 bank holidays (pro-rata)
- Flexible working opportunities
- Personal wellbeing budget. Access to counselling and 24/7 confidential staff helpline.
- Health and wellbeing activities and fun staff team away days
- Inclusive maternity and parental policies and pay
- Additional day of leave as a celebration day or health and wellbeing
- Learning and personal development opportunities
Touchstone is an equal opportunities organisation, an equal rights employer and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly, BME and LGB and Trans communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within Touchstone. All applicants who disclose a disability and meet the essential criteria will be interviewed. Additional information can be obtained from our equal opportunities policy. Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and we do not intend to offer sponsorship for this particular role. You should therefore ensure that you have/will have the right to work in the UK to be able to undertake this role, if appointed, you will be required to provide relevant right to work documents at the point of an offer being made to you. Applications can be obtained by visiting www.touchstonesupport.org.uk or by e-mailing recruitment@touchstonesupport.org.uk. Please note that feedback is not provided to applicants who have not been shortlisted. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
Support Worker – Residential service
39 hours per week – Permanent Contract
Since first opening our doors in 2005, Autism Initiatives Ireland has provided specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services.
Our vision statement voices our expectation that through supportive action people with autism can learn, develop and be enabled to have a sense of ownership over their own lives.
Our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their families and carers in providing specialist individually tailored services for all to thrive from.
In recent years we have successfully expanded our services throughout Dublin, Kildare, Wexford and Wicklow and continue to seek out opportunities where we can offer assistance and value.
Given the significant role our team play in the lives of those we support our recruitment is focused on individuals willing to go the extra mile.
Whether it’s helping the people we support to live independently, enjoy a better quality of life, or play a more active role in their communities our team always strives to deliver the best service possible.
The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role, including a detailed induction before joining the service.
Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
- Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
- Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities
- Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan
- Fluent English and excellent communication skills
- Full, clean drivers licence essential
Who the people we support would like support from:
We are looking for people who can:
- Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
- Adapt their communication style to suit my needs
- Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind
- Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
- Support me to engage in my community
- Help me learn new skills
- Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Schedule
Staff are required to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts.
Benefits Include
- Access to Education Support Scheme
- Company pension with company contribution
- Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
- Paid Maternity leave
- Paid Paternity leave
- 22 days annual leave
- Premium rates for evening and weekend work
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
- Paid breaks
- Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
- Fantastic development and career progression opportunities
Full Job Specification available on request
In addition to excellent rates of pay, a contributory pension and generous holiday entitlements, you will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.
Full details of all staff benefits are available on our intranet once you start working with us as benefits may vary from role to role, but here’s a brief run-down of a few of them:
- Monthly staff cash prize draw
- Your birthday off work every year
- Employee Assistance Programme – free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.
- Extra paid holidays in milestone service years.
Qualifications required:
A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.
Permission to work in Ireland essential.
Thinking of joining Autism Initiatives? Read why our amazing staff teams are #ProudtoworkHere
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Flexi part-time Support Worker – Residential service
Minimum 48 hours per month – Permanent current
Since first opening our doors in 2005, Autism Initiatives Ireland has provided specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services.
Our vision statement voices our expectation that through supportive action people with autism can learn, develop and be enabled to have a sense of ownership over their own lives.
Our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their families and carers in providing specialist individually tailored services for all to thrive from.
In recent years we have successfully expanded our services throughout Dublin, Kildare, Wexford and Wicklow and continue to seek out opportunities where we can offer assistance and value.
Given the significant role our team play in the lives of those we support our recruitment is focused on individuals willing to go the extra mile.
Whether it’s helping the people we support to live independently, enjoy a better quality of life, or play a more active role in their communities our team always strives to deliver the best service possible.
The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role, including a detailed induction before joining the service.
Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
- Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
- Fluent English and excellent communication skills
- Full, clean drivers licence desirable
Who the people we support would like support from:
We are looking for people who can:
- Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
- Adapt their communication style to suit my needs.
- Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind.
- Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
- Support me to engage in my community
- Help me learn new skills
- Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Schedule
Staff are required to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts.
Benefits Include
- Access to Education Support Scheme
- Company pension with company contribution
- Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
- Paid Maternity leave
- Paid Paternity leave
- 3.3 days annual leave
- Premium rates for evening and weekend work
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
- Paid breaks
- Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
- Fantastic development and career progression opportunities
Full Job Specification available on request
In addition to excellent rates of pay, a contributory pension and generous holiday entitlements, you will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.
Full details of all staff benefits are available on our intranet once you start working with us as benefits may vary from role to role, but here’s a brief run-down of a few of them:
- Monthly staff cash prize draw
- Your birthday off work every year
- Employee Assistance Programme – free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.
- Extra paid holidays in milestone service years.
Qualifications required:
A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.
Permission to work in Ireland essential.
Thinking of joining Autism Initiatives? Read why our amazing staff teams are #ProudtoworkHere
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Support Worker – Residential service
Minimum 24 hours per month – Flexi part-time
Specific purpose contract
Since first opening our doors in 2005, Autism Initiatives Ireland has provided specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services.
Our vision statement voices our expectation that through supportive action people with autism can learn, develop and be enabled to have a sense of ownership over their own lives.
Our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their families and carers in providing specialist individually tailored services for all to thrive from.
In recent years we have successfully expanded our services throughout Dublin, Kildare, Wexford and Wicklow and continue to seek out opportunities where we can offer assistance and value.
Given the significant role our team play in the lives of those we support our recruitment is focused on individuals willing to go the extra mile.
Whether it’s helping the people we support to live independently, enjoy a better quality of life, or play a more active role in their communities our team always strives to deliver the best service possible.
The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role, including a detailed induction before joining the service.
Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
- Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
- Fluent English and excellent communication skills
- Full, clean drivers licence (manual) essential
Who the people we support would like support from:
We are looking for people who can:
- Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
- Adapt their communication style to suit my needs.
- Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind.
- Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
- Support me to engage in my community
- Help me learn new skills
- Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Schedule
Staff are required to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts.
Benefits Include
- Access to Education Support Scheme
- Company pension with company contribution
- Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
- Paid Maternity leave
- Paid Paternity leave
- 3.3 days annual leave
- Premium rates for evening and weekend work
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
- Paid breaks
- Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
- Fantastic development and career progression opportunities
Full Job Specification available on request
In addition to excellent rates of pay, a contributory pension and generous holiday entitlements, you will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service.
Full details of all staff benefits are available on our intranet once you start working with us as benefits may vary from role to role, but here’s a brief run-down of a few of them:
- Monthly staff cash prize draw
- Your birthday off work every year
- Employee Assistance Programme – free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.
- Extra paid holidays in milestone service years.
Qualifications required:
A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.
Permission to work in Ireland essential.
Thinking of joining Autism Initiatives? Read why our amazing staff teams are #ProudtoworkHere
Notifications
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