Support Workers

Our centre in South Manchester has two sites, Anglo House and Victoria House, which provide outcome-based support in the heart of the community. About the Role We are looking for caring and reliable Support Workers. Your role is to help people live their best lives by following their support plans and daily routines. What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality, person-centred
support, ensuring safety, dignity and wellbeing while helping individuals achieve their goals.
• Mentor and
support staff, taking responsibility for shift planning, supervising team members and contributing to the smooth running of the service.
• Build strong relationships with individuals, families, and external professionals, championing inclusion and community participation.
  
  Experience
supporting people with disabilities, including autistic people, with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of autism, safeguarding, and relevant legislative or regulatory frameworks, with the ability to work proactively and
independently.
• A positive role model with strong organisational skills, able to
support staff development and adapt to changing priorities. Click here for the Job Description This advert is for a part-time position at 18 hours hours per week. Your working pattern in this role will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families and will include evening and weekend working. Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) is essential., To protect our autistic adults at the National Autistic Society, all staff are required to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months would be preferable but not essential.

The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people, and we have a rewarding opportunity for a


• Pension - Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
• Annual Leave - 33 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year.
• Training - Great induction and training, including autism training.
• Discounts - Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
• Healthcare - Cash plan for permanent staff.
• Life Assurance - 2x your base salary.
• Flexible Benefits - Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
• Support - 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
• Mindfulness - Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
• Blue Light Card - Eligibility for discounts.
• Extra Pay - Enhanced overtime, plus payments for sleep-in and on-call (if applicable to the role).
• Refer a Friend - Get £200 when you refer someone.