The Next Step Trust

PERSON SPECIFICATION

        Respite Support Worker

ATTRIBUTES

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

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.

Work Related
Experience &
Associated skills

Planning and developing activities out
in the community as per the choice of
the individual.
To support Next Steppers with their
personal needs-including meal time
support and changes.
Medication administration and
documentation as required.
Good organisational skills and ability
to work on own initiative
Good time management skills
Ability to work independently and as
part of a team

HOW
IDENTIFIED
Application Form
Interview

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
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

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

PERSON SPECIFICATION

        Respite Support Worker

ATTRIBUTES

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

To hold D1 on Driving Licence

Specialist
Working
Conditions

Ability to work flexible hours
including evenings and weekends and
night shifts.
To travel as necessary in the course of
duties within the working day and
within a reasonable distance
To undertake appropriate training
To hold a Drivers Licence and be
willing to use car for work and drive
company transport including minibus
and car

Job Related Skills    Clear and comprehensive oral and

written skills-good record keeping and
report writing skills.

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

HOW
IDENTIFIED
Application Form
Interview

Knowledge of
relevant policies
and procedures

Knowledge of relevant policies
and procedures