Client:
Autism Initiatives Location:
N. Ireland Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Views:
5 Posted:
21.01.2025 Expiry Date:
07.03.2025 Job Description:
Salary:
£12.00 per hour Contract Type:
Permanent Hours:
Full Time Job Reference Number:
NI-SW-PD11124 Job Area:
Portadown Closing Date:
31st January 2025 About This Role: We are seeking a Support Worker to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education, and leisure activities. At Autism Initiatives, we work alongside people with autism, providing specialist services tailored to each individual. We have the following shifts available in our Portadown service: Morning shifts 00am-2.30pm Afternoon shifts 30pm-8.00pm OR 2.30pm-10.00pm, which falls into a sleepover. Sleepover shifts (10.00pm- 8.00am). Staff must be available to work 1 sleepover per week. Rotas are issued four weeks in advance. Please state your availability and shift preference(s) on your application form. Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced Access NI check for the successful applicants, the cost of which will be met by the organisation. You will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication, and long service: Competitive salary Employer pension scheme Enhanced company sick pay Enhanced maternity pay Access NI paid NISCC fee paid after two years service Generous paid annual leave Incremental increases to annual leave Paid bank and public holidays Birthday leave Option to buy and sell annual leave Long service awards Monthly staff cash prize draw Blue light discount card Employee Refer a Friend initiative Free Autism specific training Comprehensive induction training On the job learning Buddy/mentor for new staff Funded QCF development opportunities Continuous learning & development opportunities Line management support structure Regular 121 meetings Annual Performance review Culture of recognition 24/7 employee assistance programme (confidential counselling helpline) available from day one of employment. Medicash health scheme, subject to eligibility Menopause support line as part of Medicash scheme Career break policy Cycle to work scheme Compassionate & Bereavement leave Essential Criteria:
Working, voluntary or personal knowledge of providing care and/or support. Be flexible to work on a rota basis that includes unsocial hours and weekends. NISCC registered or apply to register on appointment. Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle held for at least one year. Must be able to drive a manual vehicle as there is a requirement to drive the people we support in their own vehicles. Autism Initiatives are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in employment and service delivery. Registered Charity No: XR72211, NIC 104641. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.
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Autism Initiatives Location:
N. Ireland Job Category:
Other EU work permit required:
Yes Job Views:
5 Posted:
21.01.2025 Expiry Date:
07.03.2025 Job Description:
Salary:
£12.00 per hour Contract Type:
Permanent Hours:
Full Time Job Reference Number:
NI-SW-PD11124 Job Area:
Portadown Closing Date:
31st January 2025 About This Role: We are seeking a Support Worker to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education, and leisure activities. At Autism Initiatives, we work alongside people with autism, providing specialist services tailored to each individual. We have the following shifts available in our Portadown service: Morning shifts 00am-2.30pm Afternoon shifts 30pm-8.00pm OR 2.30pm-10.00pm, which falls into a sleepover. Sleepover shifts (10.00pm- 8.00am). Staff must be available to work 1 sleepover per week. Rotas are issued four weeks in advance. Please state your availability and shift preference(s) on your application form. Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced Access NI check for the successful applicants, the cost of which will be met by the organisation. You will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication, and long service: Competitive salary Employer pension scheme Enhanced company sick pay Enhanced maternity pay Access NI paid NISCC fee paid after two years service Generous paid annual leave Incremental increases to annual leave Paid bank and public holidays Birthday leave Option to buy and sell annual leave Long service awards Monthly staff cash prize draw Blue light discount card Employee Refer a Friend initiative Free Autism specific training Comprehensive induction training On the job learning Buddy/mentor for new staff Funded QCF development opportunities Continuous learning & development opportunities Line management support structure Regular 121 meetings Annual Performance review Culture of recognition 24/7 employee assistance programme (confidential counselling helpline) available from day one of employment. Medicash health scheme, subject to eligibility Menopause support line as part of Medicash scheme Career break policy Cycle to work scheme Compassionate & Bereavement leave Essential Criteria:
Working, voluntary or personal knowledge of providing care and/or support. Be flexible to work on a rota basis that includes unsocial hours and weekends. NISCC registered or apply to register on appointment. Full UK Driving Licence for a manual vehicle held for at least one year. Must be able to drive a manual vehicle as there is a requirement to drive the people we support in their own vehicles. Autism Initiatives are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in employment and service delivery. Registered Charity No: XR72211, NIC 104641. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.
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