THE NEXT STEP TRUST

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

 JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

   Support Worker

Hourly Rate/Salary:

 £13.30/ £25,995.51 (Full-Time)

Immediate Manager:

 Lead Support

Responsible to:

CEO
NST Board of Trustees

Hours:

37.5 hours per week (Full-Time)

Special Conditions:          This post is dependant on completion of training.

Control of Resources:

To be responsible, alongside other NST staff for
equipment and materials; ordering supplies and monitoring
stock levels and the correct use and security of equipment.

Health & Safety Welfare:  To work in accordance with NST and Local Authority’s

Health and Safety and Welfare standards.

Purpose & Objectives:

Principle Duties:

1.  To offer stimulating needs based support and development along with safe

leisure opportunities and provide full support to the individuals

2.  To work with individuals to identify their needs and choices for purposeful

daytime activities.

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

3.  To identify opportunities available for the individual and offer support to achieve

and maintain involvement in their chosen activity.

4.  To assist individuals with personal needs including meal time support and

personal care.

5.  Administer medication as required and take responsibility for accurate storing

and recording of medication.

6.  To contribute to organisational developments as appropriate including

developments based on the personalisation agenda and work to personal
budgets.

7.  To identify and initiate new opportunities and activities for the individual users
and alongside the team and other agencies develop individual programmes
which are planned and recorded in line with company policy.

8.  To enable the user to participate in all activities by providing appropriate support.

9.  To take on Key Worker responsibility as required in the service.

10. To work alongside parents/carers and families to ensure individuals support is

consistent and consequential.

11. To ensure the sessions are safe and risk assessments are monitored and
reviewed on a regular basis alongside other policies and procedures.

12. To ensure the sessions and activities are sensitive to cultural traditions and

values.

13. To assist the lead support workers and management team to develop close
working relations with all persons involved, e.g. families, social workers,
therapists, so that the needs of the individual are met effectively.

14. To work as a member of a team in the project and the organisation.

15. To be responsible, alongside other NST staff for the proper use of

equipment/materials and informing the health and safety lead or other senior staff
members of any potential risks and faults.

16. To maintain user and the organisation’s confidentiality at all times.

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

17. To work alongside the Lead support worker on the implementation, maintenance

and evaluation of each individual person centred plan.

18. To work in accordance with NST’s Equality policy.

19. To support the aims and objectives of NST.

20. To carry out basic administration and finance tasks as required e.g. Petty cash,

project cash flow etc.

21. To ensure the housekeeping is maintained and the environment is clean and

hygienic alongside other staff members.

22. Assist on transport with driver supporting service users in and out of vehicles.

23. To be responsible for observing service users when on transport duties and

ensuring their journey is safe and comfortable.

Other Responsibilities

1.  To be flexible in working to attend meetings

2.  Work across centres as required

Secondary Duties:

1.  To work flexibly in line with the requirements of the Trust

2.  To be concerned with the public relations and as far as possible, help

maintain The Next Step Trust image and standards.

3.  To participate in training as required by the post

4.  To work in accordance with Next Step Trust Safeguarding procedures,

respond in a timely manner and escalate any concerns

5.  To perform all duties in accordance with Health and Safety procedures and to

highlight any Health and Safety concerns

6.  To perform all duties taking account of confidentiality and in line with GDPR.

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

7.  To work as a member of the team to contribute where necessary to the needs

of the Next Steppers and their parents/carers/guardians

8.  To support the Values and Objectives of The Next Step Trust which are listed

below

9.  To work towards implementing the principles of equality, diversity and

inclusion.  At The Next Step Trust we promote an inclusive service to our
community where no individual will be unjustly discriminated against. This
includes, but is not limited to, discrimination because of age, disability, gender
reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race,
religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

  Commitment:
The people who use our services need to know that we are here for the long-
term – that we will be walking the next steps with them. Our partners and
suppliers need to recognize our commitment too, so that we can all work together
to support more fulfilling lives for people with complex needs. We will be
consistent, determined and embrace the challenges in our work, and always be
focused on being the best we can be for the people we are here to support.

  Respect :
We see people as people, and respect them for their differences. There are
boundaries within which we expect people to act, and these are based on putting
the people we support at the heart of all we do. The respect we have for our work
will never allow those boundaries to be compromised.

  Friendship:
The Trust will extend the hand of friendship to the people who use our services
but also to their families too. By being here, we will create a place where people
can come together, have a sense of belonging, and feel welcome. We will
demonstrate loyalty and honesty to our partners and suppliers, and ask for this
in return. Friendship will help overcome challenges in a way that conflict cannot,
and through this we will be able to do the best we can for the people we support.

  Adaptability:
It is important to our Next Steppers and their families that we are able to respond
to their developing health and social needs. We are confident in working together
in a flexible manner to respond and be resilient towards changes in the world
around us.

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

  Kindness
To make everyone feel included and happy we are kind to each other. We will
listen, show compassion and be considerate to others. We will make time to
learn and respect others thoughts and feelings.

Occasional Duties:

1.

To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be determined
from time to time by the management group in consultation with the post
holder.

Job Description Agreed By:

_________________________

____________________

Manager

Date

_________________________

____________________

Employee

Date

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: Catering Assistant

ATTRIBUTES

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

Work Related
Experience &
Associated Skills

Good basic literacy and numeracy
skills.

Some experience of serving of food
within a catering operation.

HOW
IDENTIFIED
Application Form
Interview

Specialist
Knowledge &
Personal
Attributes

Specialist
Working
Conditions

Polite, courteous and friendly towards
clients and colleagues.

Understanding of hygiene control
standards and the importance of
adhering to these.

Ability to follow instructions as well as
to work on own initiative.

Committed to maintaining high
standards of service.

Honest, organised and reliable.
Able to work in a busy, warm kitchen
environment.

Awareness of Allergies.

Face to face, experience of dealing
with people.

Interview

Application Form
Interview

The Next Step Trust

Person Specification: Catering Assistant

ATTRIBUTES

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

Skills and
Experience

Good basic literacy and numeracy
skills.

Some experience of cooking food
within a catering operation.

HOW
IDENTIFIED
Application Form
Interview

Cooking in a kitchen (home or
commercial)

Awareness of Allergies and
Dysphagia

Face to face, experience of dealing
with people.

Interview

Specialist
Knowledge &
Personal
Attributes

Ability to make a basic meal

Interested in cooking
Polite, courteous and friendly towards
clients and colleagues.

Understanding of hygiene control
standards and the importance of
adhering to these including personal
hygiene

Ability to follow instructions and work
as a member of a team as well as to
work on own initiative.

Committed to maintaining high
standards of service.

Honest, organised and reliable.

Specialist
Working
Conditions

Able to work in a busy, warm kitchen
environment.

Application Form
Interview

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Catering Assistant

Salary:

              £13,139.20

Immediate Manager:             Catering Supervisor

Responsible to:

Catering Supervisor
Operations Manager
NST Board of Trustees

Hours:

 20 hours per week

Control of Resources:

Share responsibility for the correct provision, storage and
maintenance of equipment and food in the Kitchen/Café area.

Health & Safety Welfare:

To work in accordance with NST and Local Authority’s
Health and Safety and Welfare standards.

Purpose & Objectives:

To support the catering provision at Next Step Trust

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

Principle Duties:

1.  Assist and supervise Next Steppers in their development of life skills
2.  To work as a member of a team, including providing guidance and support to new

catering team members

3.  Share responsibility for menu planning to provide high quality meals daily with some

specific dietary requirements and medical conditions e.g. Dysphagia

4.  Share responsibility for day-to-day food purchasing, preparation, cooking and serving

5.  Share responsibility for ensuring that meals are ready on time whilst maintaining high

levels of service

6.  Organise clearing up of drinks and meals with/for the Next Steppers

7.  Share responsibility for stock control and cash handling

8.  Follow allergen intolerances and dietary needs for Next Steppers and team members.

9.  Ensure cleaning of kitchen, dining area and conservatory is followed as per check list.

10. Ensure all Food Hygiene regulations are followed in the kitchen area

11. Follow basic hygiene routines for the well-being of all Next Steppers and team members

12. Respond appropriately and sensitively to the individual personal, social and physical

needs of Next Steppers

13. Contribute to the monitoring and enhancement of standards in discussion with the

Catering Supervisor.

14. Liaise with the Catering Supervisor on issues affecting the role and duties of Catering team

and volunteers

15.  Attend and contribute to Team meetings and discussions as appropriate

16. Take part in additional training as appropriate within working hours or by negotiation and

agreement with the Catering Supervisor.

17. Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Catering Supervisor from time

to time.

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

18. Assist in the input to Person Centred Plans with regards individual dietary

needs as directed by the Catering Supervisor.

19. To work across all sites as required.

20. To work flexibly as required, including attending full team meetings.

Secondary Duties:

1.  To work flexibly in line with the requirements of the Trust

2.  To be concerned with the public relations and as far as possible, help maintain The

Next Step Trust image and standards.

3.  To participate in training as required by the post

4.  To work in accordance with Next Step Trust Safeguarding procedures, respond in a

timely and escalate any concerns

5.  To work in accordance with The Next Step Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy

6.  To perform all duties in accordance with Health and Safety procedures and to

highlight any Health and Safety concerns

7.  To perform all duties taking account of confidentiality and in line with GDPR.

8.  To work as a member of the team to contribute where necessary to the needs of the

Next Steppers and their parents/carers/guardians

9.  To support the Values and Objectives of The Next Step Trust which are listed below

  Commitment:
The people who use our services need to know that we are here for the long-term – that
we will be walking the next steps with them. Our partners and suppliers need to
recognize our commitment too, so that we can all work together to support more fulfilling
lives for people with complex needs. We will be consistent, determined and embrace the
challenges in our work, and always be focused on being the best we can be for the
people we are here to support.

  Respect :
We see people as people, and respect them for their differences. There are boundaries
within which we expect people to act, and these are based on putting the people we
support at the heart of all we do. The respect we have for our work will never allow those
boundaries to be compromised.

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

  Friendship:
The Trust will extend the hand of friendship to the people who use our services but also
to their families too. By being here, we will create a place where people can come
together, have a sense of belonging, and feel welcome. We will demonstrate loyalty and
honesty to our partners and suppliers, and ask for this in return. Friendship will help
overcome challenges in a way that conflict cannot, and through this we will be able to
do the best we can for the people we support.

  Adaptability:
It is important to our Next Steppers and their families that we are able to respond to their
developing health and social needs. We are confident in working together in a flexible
manner to respond and be resilient towards changes in the world around us.

  Kindness
To make everyone feel included and happy we are kind to each other. We will listen,
show compassion and be considerate to others. We will make time to learn and respect
others thoughts and feelings.

10.

To work towards implementing the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.
At The Next Step Trust we promote an inclusive service to our community where
no individual will be unjustly discriminated against. This includes, but is not
limited to, discrimination because of age, disability, gender reassignment,
marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief,
sex and sexual orientation.

Occasional Duties:

1.

To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be determined
from time to time by the management group in consultation with the post
holder.

Job Description Agreed By:

Manager

Employee

Date

Date

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