Please note we reserve the right to close this advert once a suitable number of applications have been received.
These posts will commence on Monday 21 August 2024. Hours of service are between 7am and 9pm Monday to Friday, and are Term Time only, which is approximately August to May.
The Service
Hillcrest Futures Student Support service offers support to students studying at Dundee and Angus College, University of Dundee, Abertay University, Perth College, and Highland and Islands University (Perth Campus). We assist students with learning disabilities, mental health issues, physical disabilities, and individuals on the autistic spectrum. Our goal is to help students achieve their full potential by providing person-centred and tailored support services to meet individual needs.
The service is accredited with the National Autistic Society.
The Role
As a Support Worker, you will:
* Support students in getting to college.
* Assist students in classes with tasks such as scribing, breaking down tasks to aid understanding, time management, study planning, and providing reassurance when anxious.
* May also be required to support students with personal care.
* Complete and maintain necessary paperwork relevant to the students and perform a keyworker role.
You Will
* Have a positive attitude to learning and be committed to working in a person-centred way.
* Have good communication skills.
* Be highly motivated.
* Be flexible regarding start and finish locations.
* Hold an SVQ2 in Health and Social Care or be willing to undertake study to achieve this.
About the Benefits
* Pension Scheme
* Flexible Working Patterns
* Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package
* Free access to online discounts for well-known retailers
* Death in Service Benefit (up to three times your salary)
* Cycle to Work Scheme (great savings from 25% - 39% on bikes and accessories)
* Tech Scheme (great savings of up to 12% on computers or laptops)
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