The Next Step Trust

PERSON SPECIFICATION
        Support Worker

ATTRIBUTES

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

HOW
IDENTIFIED

Qualifications

A caring and enthusiastic attitude and
a passion to care for people with
complex disabilities and health needs.
The right attitude and willingness to
learn.

Application Form
Interview

NVQ Level 2 or higher in Health &
Social Care or Equivalent.
Or a minimum of 2 years’
experience in supporting
vulnerable adults.  LDQ/Common
Induction Standards or
equivalent.
Experience of working with
people with learning disabilities

Work Related
Experience &
Associated Skills

To support Next Steppers with their
personal needs-including meal time
support and changes.
Good organisational skills and ability
to work on own initiative
Good time management skills
Ability to work independently and as
part of a team

Experience of working with
people with disabilities and their
families
Experience of working with
voluntary organisations
Bi-lingual or Multilingual skills.
Planning and developing
activities

Application Form
Interview

Specialist
Knowledge &
Personal
Attributes

Ability to communicate effectively at
all levels
Well motivated and enthusiastic
Calm, adaptable and flexible
approach.
Presentable appearance
Sense of humour
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
A desire to do things better
Reliable and conscientious

Knowledge of and commitment
to the values and principles of
Equality and
Diversity
Knowledge of person centred
planning implementation
Interests in outdoor pursuits,
music, dance, theatre, art etc.

Application Form
Interview

The Next Step Trust
The Hoover Building, Westfield Street, Halifax, HX1 2DN

                Tel. 01422 330938

admin@nextsteptrust.co.uk  www.nextsteptrust.org.uk
Registered Charity No. 1114197
Registered Company No. 5711840

The Next Step Trust

PERSON SPECIFICATION
        Support Worker

ATTRIBUTES

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

Job Related Skills    Clear and comprehensive oral and

written skills-good record keeping and
report writing skills.

Knowledge of relevant policies
and procedures

HOW
IDENTIFIED

Knowledge of
relevant policies
and procedures

Ability to develop and maintain close
and effective working relationships
with others

The Next Step Trust
The Hoover Building, Westfield Street, Halifax, HX1 2DN

                Tel. 01422 330938

admin@nextsteptrust.co.uk  www.nextsteptrust.org.uk
Registered Charity No. 1114197
Registered Company No. 5711840