Community Support Worker

Organization: Barnet Mencap

Location: Finchley, North London (PostalAddress UK, N113EG)

Barnet Mencap is a charity based in Finchley that provides support and runs a multitude of projects for people with learning disabilities and/or Autism. We are dynamic, enthusiastic, diverse, and committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children and adults at risk.

There is currently a vacancy within our Equality Housing Team for a focused individual to join our caring, passionate, and diverse team in supporting adults with moderate learning disabilities and autistic adults to live independently in housing situations of their choice. Please view the Job Description and Person Specification for a better idea of what the role entails and what we're looking for.

The successful candidate will have:

Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults in a community setting
Understanding of the issues faced by people with learning disabilities and autistic people living independently and the skills to meet their practical, social and emotional needs
A 'Person Centred Planning' ethos
Providing support with personal care as required
Excellent communication and record keeping skills

We know job satisfaction, flexibility, work/life balance, and a great team are incredibly important. So, at Barnet Mencap, in addition to offering 30 days of annual leave per year (including Bank Holidays), we have a TOIL system to allow flexible working, and our team can benefit from other perks including the Blue Light Card.

Please note that unfortunately we are unable to support with sponsorship.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV alongside a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria on the person specification or fill in an application form which you can find on our website.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service application in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.

Closing Date

Thursday 14th May

Interview Date

We will review applications as they come in and offer interviews to those who meet the criteria.

Employment Type

Full-time

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Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults in a community setting
Understanding of the issues faced by people with learning disabilities and autistic people living independently and the skills to meet their practical, social and emotional needs
A 'Person Centred Planning' ethos
Providing support with personal care as required
Excellent communication and record keeping skills

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