Male Support Workers - Learning Disabilities - ISL Service
Male Support Workers - Learning Disabilities - ISL Service
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Job Description
Job Opportunity: Male Support Workers for ISL Service
Location: Newcastle
Position: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible hours
Salary: 12.85 p/hr
Join Our LIFE Team Be Proud. Be Kind. Be the Difference.
We are currently seeking male support workers to join our compassionate and professional team supporting a young gentleman with autism who is non-verbal and has sensory needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a service that is truly values-led and person-centred.
Our approach is guided by Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and a commitment to dignity respect and inclusion for all. We support individuals to live a full happy life and we support our staff to grow and thrive too.
About the Young Man
- Youll Support Non-verbal with a diagnosis of autism and sensory processing needs
- Enjoys photography walking in the park and trips to Starbucks
- Needs a calm structured and consistent approach
- May sometimes require support involving physical interventions (training provided)
What Youll Do
- Support daily routines and promote independence
- Build a trusted relationship through consistency and compassion
- Use proactive strategies to support emotional and behavioural needs
- Celebrate achievements and enable him to pursue his interests and goals
- Work in close partnership with families professionals and the wider LIFE team
What We Offer
- Opportunity to grow within the LIFE team
- In-house training delivered by professionals in the field
- Chance to complete your NVQ Level 3 following successful probation
- Work in a team that lives by its values:
- Be Kind. Be Caring. Be Safe. Be the Best You Can Be. Be Proud. Be Happy.
Our Approach to Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
- We follow the Bild model which takes a human rights-focused values-led approach to PBS.
- PBS is about partnership respect and uncompromising inclusion
- We believe any intervention must be consented to person-centred and collaborative
- Our training is preventative non-restrictive and designed to improve quality of life
- We prioritise dignity communication and positive relationships above all
What Were Looking For
- Experience working with individuals with autism and complex needs
- Confidence and training in physical restraint (Full training given )
- A calm compassionate and proactive personality
- Strong communication skills and a team-player mindset
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Employment Type
Full-Time
