Day Opportunities Facilitator

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Introduction

Are you an experienced support worker looking for a change Do you have what it takes to support people with behaviours which challenge in a positive way Are you energetic motivated and keen to improve lives Then read on as you maybe just who we are looking for.

Whats the role

We are a Council run service which provides a building and community based service for people who need specialist support and understanding of their unique behaviours. The team offer an opportunity for the people who attend the Challenging needs service to take part in a wide range of building and community activities including: catering fitness music ICT and creative pursuits.

We are looking for 3 people to join our experienced and motivated team.

Whats in it for you

Excellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

What were looking for

We are looking for people with experience of working within the mental health/Adults with learning disabilities/Autism specialism ideally within a building based service. However primarily you will need to be keen proactive energetic and with the ability to enthuse others. Every day will be different and you will need to be confident and not afraid of getting involved.

Location

These jobs are based in the Mulberry Centre 15 Amersham Vale New Cross London SE14 6LD.

Special conditions

• The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check

The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.

Applicant handbook- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.

For an informal discussion about this job please contact

Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification

Salary

34863 - 35892 per annum (Scale 5)

N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.

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