Main area: Learning Disability, Autism and Neurodivergence
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 983-ICB-7161TG
Employer: NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire ICB
Employer type: NHS
Site: Jenner House
Town: BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 08/01/2025 23:59
Keyworker
NHS AfC: Band 5
Our commitments to you We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. Applications are warmly welcomed from applicants who wish to apply for a position on the basis of a smarter or flexible working arrangement. Job overview
Please note this organisation does not hold a sponsorship licence, we regret to inform you that we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require sponsorship. You will be part of a team providing help and confidence to those you are supporting to access the right help across our complex systems. This will involve working in the community with Children and Young People and their Parents/Carers and collaborating with a range of specialists across our region. Working within the BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire's (BSW) Integrated Care Board Learning Disabilities and Autism department, you will be part of a team of Keyworkers covering the BSW area led and supported by the Keyworker Manager, Team Lead, and Keyworker Specialist. Main duties of the job
The Keyworker Function supports children and young people living within BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire with a learning disability, autism or both, with the most complex needs to access the right support. Key responsibilities include: Managing a caseload of children and young people who have been identified as requiring a keyworker. Building and maintaining relationships with Children and Young People and their Parents/Carers in clinical, community, and home settings. Working with partner organisations, particularly within Education, Social Care, and Healthcare to navigate local services and pathways. Holding services across the system to account ensuring children and families get the right support. Working for our organisation
If you are offered employment with us, you will have the opportunity to join a friendly, quality-focused, and dynamic team that is supportive and cares about your working experience and wellbeing. Benefits BSW ICB offer include:
Generous NHS annual leave entitlements commencing at 27 days per year rising to 33 days per year, pro rata, plus bank holidays. Flexible working. Modern IT equipment and an in-house IT help facility. Colleague wellbeing support through a Staff Support Service. Opportunities for learning through training and continuous development. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This post holder will: Manage a caseload of children and young people (CYP) who have been identified as requiring a keyworker. Facilitate the provision of emotional and behavioural support and informed advice to CYP and their families/carers. Create and encourage a culture which prioritises keeping CYP within the home and their local community. Work in partnership with organisations within the integrated care system (ICS). Facilitate transition to a support worker within the team to enable a step-down process. Person specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
A proven understanding of the needs and characteristics of children and young people with a diagnosis of Autism and/or complex communication difficulties. Experience of working with children and/or young people with learning disabilities, autism, or both. An understanding of equal opportunity issues. Skills and Abilities
Empathy and understanding. Respect for the opinions and beliefs of children, young people, and their families. Commitment to ensuring the rights of young people with learning disabilities and/or autism are protected. Experience
Experience of working with children/young people with Autism and/or learning disabilities. Experience of liaising with multi-disciplinary professionals. Education
Relevant Professional qualification, e.g., social worker, nurse, occupational therapist, etc. Evidence of post-graduate training specific to Autism and Learning Disabilities. BSW ICB is obligated to manage conflicts of interest effectively. Applicants should declare any real or perceived interest which may have an adverse bearing on the organisation.
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NHS AfC: Band 5
Our commitments to you We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. Applications are warmly welcomed from applicants who wish to apply for a position on the basis of a smarter or flexible working arrangement. Job overview
Please note this organisation does not hold a sponsorship licence, we regret to inform you that we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require sponsorship. You will be part of a team providing help and confidence to those you are supporting to access the right help across our complex systems. This will involve working in the community with Children and Young People and their Parents/Carers and collaborating with a range of specialists across our region. Working within the BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire's (BSW) Integrated Care Board Learning Disabilities and Autism department, you will be part of a team of Keyworkers covering the BSW area led and supported by the Keyworker Manager, Team Lead, and Keyworker Specialist. Main duties of the job
The Keyworker Function supports children and young people living within BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire with a learning disability, autism or both, with the most complex needs to access the right support. Key responsibilities include: Managing a caseload of children and young people who have been identified as requiring a keyworker. Building and maintaining relationships with Children and Young People and their Parents/Carers in clinical, community, and home settings. Working with partner organisations, particularly within Education, Social Care, and Healthcare to navigate local services and pathways. Holding services across the system to account ensuring children and families get the right support. Working for our organisation
If you are offered employment with us, you will have the opportunity to join a friendly, quality-focused, and dynamic team that is supportive and cares about your working experience and wellbeing. Benefits BSW ICB offer include:
Generous NHS annual leave entitlements commencing at 27 days per year rising to 33 days per year, pro rata, plus bank holidays. Flexible working. Modern IT equipment and an in-house IT help facility. Colleague wellbeing support through a Staff Support Service. Opportunities for learning through training and continuous development. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This post holder will: Manage a caseload of children and young people (CYP) who have been identified as requiring a keyworker. Facilitate the provision of emotional and behavioural support and informed advice to CYP and their families/carers. Create and encourage a culture which prioritises keeping CYP within the home and their local community. Work in partnership with organisations within the integrated care system (ICS). Facilitate transition to a support worker within the team to enable a step-down process. Person specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
A proven understanding of the needs and characteristics of children and young people with a diagnosis of Autism and/or complex communication difficulties. Experience of working with children and/or young people with learning disabilities, autism, or both. An understanding of equal opportunity issues. Skills and Abilities
Empathy and understanding. Respect for the opinions and beliefs of children, young people, and their families. Commitment to ensuring the rights of young people with learning disabilities and/or autism are protected. Experience
Experience of working with children/young people with Autism and/or learning disabilities. Experience of liaising with multi-disciplinary professionals. Education
Relevant Professional qualification, e.g., social worker, nurse, occupational therapist, etc. Evidence of post-graduate training specific to Autism and Learning Disabilities. BSW ICB is obligated to manage conflicts of interest effectively. Applicants should declare any real or perceived interest which may have an adverse bearing on the organisation.
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