Support Worker - various roles with competitive salary & full training
Description
Would you like to help make a difference to the lives of young people severely affected by autism? Join our dedicated team of Support Workers for a rewarding career at Prior's Court.
Salary: £16,730 - £20,769 per annum depending on qualifications
Hours: 36 hours per week a rota based on a rolling pattern of early and late shifts throughout 52 weeks of the year including weekdays, weekends and public holidays
Location: Prior's Court School, Hermitage, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG18 9NU, UK
Could you make a difference?
You will be joining a dynamic team within one of our residential houses, each of which is home to between 4 and 7 young people with autism from the ages of 5 - 25. You will support the young people in building their independence, communication, social skills and leisure and vocational opportunities to enable them to lead fulfilling and purposeful lives. Click on the video link below to hear how Prior's Court is able to make such a difference from the mum of one of our young people.
Whether you already work in care or are looking for a career change, our thorough support worker training and induction programme will ensure you have the support, skills and tools you need to deliver quality care for each young person. We will even support you to complete your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare if you are not yet qualified.
For further information please contact the recruitment team on 01635 245928.
Closing date: 24 June 2016
All positions at Prior's Court are subject to receipt of a fully completed application form and satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references, and health clearance.
Prior's Court is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.