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Support Worker

  • ProCare Wales
  • Denbighshire
  • Permanent
  • Up to £27500 per annum

ProCare Wales is looking for passionate Support Workers to manage a small team of staff helping adults with complex needs in our home in Llanddulas and in the community. ProCare Wales has been providing outstanding outcomes for the individuals we support...

Education Support Lead

  • Beyond Limits
  • Taunton, Somerset
  • Permanent
  • Up to £30000 per annum + Dependent on skills/qualifications.
  • Carer for 2 young adults
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Job Overview

Are you passionate about leading a dedicated team and making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults? Beyond Limits is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Education Support Lead to provide tailored care, support, and education for two young adults with autism in their family home. This role involves not only leading a small team of support assistants but also delivering direct support. Working alongside specialist teachers, family and other professionals, you will lead a small team but also work in collaboration with the wider people involved in their lives.

Contract Hours: Full time with Sleepovers (£70 per night)

Date Applications Close: 15/12/2024

Reference: FE/VC

The role:

As an Education Support Lead, you will play a crucial role in ensuring and delivering personalised care and education. You will oversee the day-to-day support provided by your team and develop strategies to enhance their learning and development. Your experience will be in leadership and development as well as hands on support for people with complex needs.

Your shifts will involve:

  • Leading a dedicated team of support assistants and inspiring them to provide exceptional care and support
  • Offering hands-on assistance and showcasing best practices in care and education
  • Gaining a thorough understanding of the individual Education and Support plans to ensure tailored support
  • Creating and implementing engaging teaching activities that promote learning and growth
  • Utilising Positive Behaviour Plans to effectively manage and understand challenging behaviours
  • Collaborating closely with parents and professionals to enhance learning opportunities and foster a supportive environment

We want to hear from you if you:

  • Have professional experience working with young adults with autism and demonstrate a passion for their development
  • Exhibit strong leadership skills and have the ability to motivate and guide a team effectively
  • Are patient, calm under pressure and committed to continuous learning and improvement
  • Hold or are working towards NVQ Level 3 or higher and showcase your dedication to professional development
  • Possess a valid UK driving licence and the ability to drive
  • Are eager to engage in a training package that includes British Sign Language and Positive Behaviour Support.
  • Can work flexibly to accommodate shift patterns

This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality education and care. You will have the chance to make a tangible impact in the lives of two remarkable individuals.

What we offer:

  • A competitive salary of up to £30,000 per annum, based on skills and qualifications
  • An award-winning pension scheme for financial security
  • Generous annual leave with additional top-up pay
  • Life insurance and critical illness cover for peace of mind
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing training for skill development
  • Opportunities for career progression within Beyond Limits

Why Beyond Limits?

At Beyond Limits, we don't just provide care - we empower lives. We help people with mental health issues and learning disabilities thrive by supporting their journey from institutional care to independent living. You'll build genuine connections, champion individual goals and celebrate every milestone achieved. Beyond Limits gives you the chance to make a lasting difference.

What makes this role so special:

These are two young adults with autism, each with their own unique personalities and interests. They love engaging in activities that allow them to be creative and expressive and they need someone who will not only guide them but also encourage their independence. Their father plays a key role in their lives, so it's important that you're able to work in close partnership with him to create a supportive and structured environment.

We are committed to recruiting candidates who share our commitment to safeguarding, and therefore we apply robust recruitment and selection procedures to ensure that the people selected are right for the job, and that all candidates are appropriately screened prior to appointment, including obtaining references and DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) clearance. A DBS check will be requested in the event of the individual being offered a position with Beyond Limits, the cost of which will be to the employee, however, this will be returned after successful completion of probation period (6 months).

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