Support Worker 

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Employer:Invercare

Position:Support Worker 

Salary: £13.45 per hour 

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Work location:North Lanarkshire

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate, reliable and dedicated Support Workers to join a small, consistent team supporting an autistic individual who is non-verbal and will soon be moving into their own home.

The support package will provide 24-hour care, with 2:1 support where required. We are looking to recruit approximately 6–8 Support Workers to create a consistent team around the individual and provide continuity of care.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, calm and committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support. You will play an important role in supporting the individual to live as independently as possible, access their local community and enjoy meaningful activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support tailored to the individual’s needs, preferences and communication style.
• Support an individual with autism who is non-verbal.
• Promote independence, choice, dignity and quality of life.
• Provide reassurance and emotional support, particularly during periods of anxiety, distress or agitation.
• Maintain a calm, safe and supportive environment.
• Support with daily living tasks and household routines.
• Support social activities, hobbies and community participation.
• Provide personal care and continence support when required.
• Work as part of a consistent team to ensure continuity and consistency of care.
• Provide 2:1 support where required.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and other professionals involved in the individual’s support.
• Follow individual support plans, risk assessments and agreed ways of working.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate records of support provided.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Kind, caring and compassionate.
• Patient and understanding.
• Calm and confident when supporting someone who may become anxious or agitated.
• Reliable and committed to providing consistent care.
• Respectful of privacy, dignity and individual choice.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable providing personal and continence care.
• Willing to learn about the individual’s communication style, needs and preferences.
• Passionate about supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Previous experience working with autistic individuals, non-verbal individuals or people with complex support needs is desirable but not essential, as appropriate training and support will be provided.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to become part of a small, dedicated and consistent support team.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to someone’s life.
• Training and ongoing support.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and experience within health and social care.
• A person-centred working environment focused on dignity, choice and independence.

If you are a caring, patient and reliable person who would like to make a positive difference, we would love to hear from you.

Work Location: In person

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