| ATTRIBUTES | ESSENTIAL | DESIRABLE | HOWIDENTIFIED |
| Qualifications | A caring and enthusiastic attitude and |NVQ Level 2 or higher in Health & Application Forma passion to care for people withcomplex disabilities and health needs.fThe right attitude and willingness tolearn. | Social Care or Equivalent.Or a minimum of 2 years'lexperience in supportingvulnerable adults. LDQ/CommonInduction Standards orequivalent.Experience of working withpeople with learning disabilities | Interview |
| Work RelatedExperience ＆Associated Skills | To support Next Steppers with their|personal needs-including meal timesupport and changes.Good organisational skills and abilityto work on own initiativeGood time management skillsAbility to work independently and aspart of a team | Experience of working withpeople with disabilities and theirfamiliesExperience of working withvoluntary organisationsBi-lingual or Multilingual skills.|Planning and developingactivities | Application FormlInterview |
| SpecialistKnowledge &PersonalAttributes | Ability to communicate effectively atall levelsWell motivated and enthusiasticCalm, adaptable and flexibleapproach.Presentable appearanceSense of humourCommitment to Equal OpportunitiesA desire to do things betterReliable and conscientious | IKnowledge of and commitmentto the values and principles ofEquality andDiversityKnowledge of person centredplanning implementationInterests in outdoor pursuits,music, dance, theatre, art etc. | Application FormInterview |
