Find More Than 10K+
United Kingdom Jobs

Job description

TRAINEE INDEPENDENT SUPPORT PRACTITIONER

TO BE BASED IN THE READING AREA

Applicants who are already based in the UK & looking for both sponsorship & a full time position (40hrs) are welcome to apply for this role.

Basic full time starting salary £23,832 FTE based on 40hrs per week - rising with experience

Add in just + 8 hours overtime per month = Potential salary £25,034 per annum

(Enhanced overtime rate is applied to 40hrs plus per week)

DRIVER AND USE OF OWN CAR ESSENTIAL

(During the transition to Reading Berkshire you may be required to travel to Abingdon however your travel expenses will be covered by Autism at Kingwood)

YOU COULD BE THE ONE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Autism at Kingwood already has an excellent reputation as a specialist support provider of services for people with autism, learning disabilities, mental health issues and Asperger's Syndrome. Our aim is to support adults to develop new skills and live independently both at home and in the community.

Kingwood are supporting a woman to live a good and meaningful life. The person will live in her own home located in Reading Berkshire.

We are looking to recruit passionate and experienced individuals to work with a lady with complex needs and who has experienced severe trauma in her life.

You will need experience of working with individuals with ASD and/or mental health needs and those who may challenge a service along with basic knowledge and experience of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma Informed Support and low arousal approaches with a further knowledge of Pathological Demand Avoidance.

By the way of support and to improve/enhance current skills you will need to complete and pass an intensive, specialised training programme required for the role.

The successful applicant will also have basic knowledge and understanding of the Transforming Care Programme, will have the opportunity to be part of and work within a team and be able to share their expertise while working in a proactive way. Also building and maintaining a positive relationship is crucial to effectively support her to have an increased quality of life.

Successful applicants will have the autonomy and should be responsible and accountable for overseeing day to day service delivery whilst ensuring her needs and wishes remains at the centre of everything they do. It is also important for her to feel safe and have trust in her support team.

This lady has a great sense of humour, she’s incredibly kind and has a passion for maths, numbers and chemistry. She’s also caring and likes contributing to her community. Therefore having a team of people around her who are car drivers is essential.

K’s family and friends are very important to her, building strong and positive relationships with K’s family and friends will increase K’s confidence in the support she receives.

The work can be also be challenging but the rewards make every day meaningful.

If you have the right values and an interest in supporting people to achieve their goals, we would love to hear from you.

This position could also suit a Psychology Graduate looking to expand on the knowledge within this field.

Evening and weekends will be required, although these will always be planned in advance to allow you as much notice as possible.

Benefits of working for Autism at Kingwood include

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Fully funded opportunity to further develop your career in Health & Social Care and receive an approved qualification.

· Kingwood funded DBS check

· Generous benefits including holiday, sick pay

· Competitive pension scheme

· Excellent career development opportunities

· Full in house training programme

· *Travel time and mileage paid where applicable*

· Great refer a friend incentive scheme

· Cycle to work scheme

Please note: Following the consultation around Health and Social Care staff requiring Covid vaccinations, the Government has released the outcome and guidance & therefore you may subject to confirmation of your vaccination status.

Closing date: Thursday 6th April 2023
Please note: We will be holding interviews for this position prior to the closing date above.

Autism at Kingwood will offer you the opportunity to develop your career in Health & Social Care and receive a recognised approved qualification starting at entry level through to career progression at level 5.

We will provide you with new skills through studying and learning in the workplace to increase your confidence and your knowledge so that you can progress and see your future with us.

For more information including our full Job Description & Person Specification or to apply please visit our website www.kingwood.org.uk

Tel: 01189 310 143

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 8 per week

Salary: £23,832.00-£25,335.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends only

Physical setting:

• Live-in

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reading, Berkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Why do you feel you would be perfect for this position?

Experience:

• working with individuals with ASD & mental health: 1 year (required)
• basic knowledge and of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: 1 year (required)
• Trauma Informed Support and low arousal approach: 1 year (preferred)
• knowledge of Pathological Demand Avoidance: 1 year (preferred)
• Previously working in care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: One location