Senior Support Worker – Bideford, The National Autistic Society - United Kingdom

Description: We are the leading UK charity for around 700,000 people on the autism spectrum and their families. We provide information, support and pioneering services, and campaign for a better world for people with autism. We are proud of the difference we make.

People who are compassionate in supporting autistic adults (including those with Asperger syndrome and PDA); and desire to learn more about autism to work in aresidential service. You will help individuals with a variety of care and support needs including: Accessing the community, education, work and leisure activities, Enhancing independent living skills, Domestic tasks and in some cases personal care, Administering medication, Budgeting and care planning, NVQ 3 In Health and Social care or equivalent would be advantageous for this role.

Where will you be working: Bideford, Devon, Hours of work, 37 Hours

The NAS value based Autism Education Programme based on the principles of Spell, Comprehensive training programme including qualification up to a QCF Level 2, Professional support through reflective supervision, Access to online training (over 50 courses), Child care voucher scheme, Cycle to work scheme, Discounted gym rates, Pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits, Access to a 24 hour Employee Assistance counseling

Benefits of registering your details and applying online: You will get immediate confirmation of the receipt of your application, You will be able to track the progress of your application, Validation of your details prior to submission ensures we have all the information we need, You will be able to set up email alerts for future vacancies, When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.

For more information about this job please contact: Southwest.Recruitment@nas.org.uk