Autism Support Specialist

1 week ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Autism Initiatives Group Full time

We are seeking a Senior Autism Support Worker to join our team at Autism Initiatives Group. This role involves supporting individuals with autism in their daily living, work/education, and leisure activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supporting individuals with autism in daily living tasks
  • Assisting with work/education and leisure activities

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, and associated conditions. They should be flexible to work according to the needs of our services and hold a full UK driving licence.

Benefits
  • Enhanced company sick pay
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Access NI paid
  • NISCC fee paid after two years service
  • Generous paid annual leave
  • Paid bank and public holidays
  • Birthday leave
  • Option to buy and sell annual leave
  • Long service awards
  • Monthly staff cash prize draw
  • Employee Refer a Friend initiative
  • Free Autism specific training
  • On the job learning
  • Buddy/mentor for new staff
  • Funded QCF development opportunities
  • Continuous learning & development opportunities
  • Line management support structure
  • Annual Performance review
  • Culture of recognition
  • 24/7 employee assistance programme (confidential counselling helpline)
  • Medicash health scheme, subject to eligibility
  • Menopause support line as part of Medicash scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Compassionate & Bereavement leave


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