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    Many of our service users need help with day-to-day activities like shopping, cooking and personal wellbeing. Our carers are there to help them manage these activities whilst teaching them the skills they need to live independently.

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    How would you feel about helping someone improve their life skills?

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    Young people and adults with mental health conditions or learning disabilities often need support with medical appointments, housing options and claiming benefits. Part of a carer’s role is to advocate on their behalf to ensure they get the medical and financial support they’re entitled to.

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    How confident are you speaking up in meetings and appointments?

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    Caring for people with complex needs often requires you to make decisions and act quickly and professionally.

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    As a carer, your role will sometimes involve staying overnight or working flexible hours to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the person you’re caring for.

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  • Fitness

    Caring for people with complex needs can be great fun, and we get involved with as many physical activities as we can.

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    It’s important that all our service users are looked after in a consistent and professional way in accordance with their personalised care plan even when their behaviour is challenging.

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Registered Manager

  • Dimensions Care
  • Leicester, Leicestershire
  • Permanent
  • £42000 - £46000 per annum

Dimensions care has 5 homes within the Midlands. We are professional and our goal is to Value People . Our work environment includes: Food provided Work-from-home days Growth opportunities Wellness programs Dimensions care are recruiting for an...

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 Worker

  • Beyond Limits
  • Taunton, Somerset
  • Permanent
  • Up to £14 per hour + Sleepover pay (70,00£ per night)
  • Carer for 2 young adults
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Job Overview

Are you someone who thrives on helping others reach their full potential? Beyond Limits is seeking dedicated and compassionate Education Support Workers to join our team in Taunton, Somerset, supporting two young adults with autism in their journey towards greater independence and fulfilment.

This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a way that truly makes a difference - whether you're coming from a background in education, care or another professional role where supporting others with complex needs is central to what you do.

Contract Hours: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

Date Applications Close: 25/11/2024

Reference: FE/VC

The Role:

This is far more than just a support worker position - it's a chance to use your skills to empower others. You'll work closely with a range of others including family and specialist teachers, who all play their part in providing support to these two young adults which seeks to enhance their development and independence. Dad's first language is BSL so if you have experience in this, great. If not don't worry as we will provide full training.

Your shifts will involve:

  • Facilitating learning and growth through structured activities, such as baking, arts and crafts and using technology like iPads.
  • Encouraging independence and helping to support problem-solving day to day.
  • Working in partnership with all concerned to provide consistent, holistic support that respects and values the family dynamic.

This role is ideal for someone who has experience in education, special needs teaching or therapeutic work with complex needs and who is now seeking a more personalised and impactful way to support individuals with autism.

We want to hear from you if you:

  • Have experience in roles that involve supporting others, such as teaching, therapy or working with individuals with additional complex needs.
  • Understand the importance of tailored, person-centred support and have a passion for enabling individuals to learn, grow and achieve.
  • Can bring a professional, empathetic approach to working with young adults who are navigating their own challenges and milestones.
  • Are adaptable, creative and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, particularly in close collaboration with a family.
  • Have a valid driving licence and basic computer skills.
  • Are excited to learn new skills, as part of this role you'll have the opportunity to engage with an exciting training package, including intensive interaction, PECs, TEACCH and British Sign Language as well as understanding Positive Behaviour Support.
  • Can take a flexible approach to your work to accommodate shift patterns

This role calls for someone who can offer more than just care - it's about bringing insight, patience and structure to enable growth and development.

What we offer:

  • Competitive pay of up to £14 per hour.
  • 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.
  • A comprehensive induction and ongoing training in areas such as British Sign Language, Positive Behaviour Support and other relevant skills.
  • Career development opportunities that allow you to grow your expertise and make a long-term impact in your field.

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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