Job summary We're on the lookout for someone with great resilience to become a valuable part of our team. Whilst there will be fantastic, enjoyable days, it's important to note that this role can present challenges and demanding moments.We highly value the ability to adapt swiftly to change, as no two days are ever alike here at Henshaws Our SEN Care Support Workers play a pivotal role in supporting our students in their day-to-day lives. In terms of qualifications and experience, worry not, as prior experience is not essential for this position. We offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, along with a clear path for career progression. We firmly believe that working in care isn't just a job, it's a fulfilling career driving by passion and dedication. Salary - 12.32 per hour evenings/£13.82 per hour weekends Shifts - 16.00 - 22.00 Weeks - 52 weeks a year Annual Leave - 5 weeks, plus 10 days bank holidays Benefits: You'll work a fixed rota (weekend shifts have enhanced pay rates) Support to complete Level 2 Health and Social Care Diploma Free Uniform Free on-site parking Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced Sick Pay Enhanced Family Friendly Pay (maternity, paternity, adoption) Wellbeing and Emergency Leave days (paid) Long Service Awards up to £750. Main duties of the job To work as part of a team of staff across campus providing care and learning support to our students, enthusiastically encouraging them to develop their independence and living skills with a focus on quality of life. Some of our students may be diagnosed as having a severe or profound and multiple learning disabilities. They may also have physical and sensory needs. Due to the complex needs, the learners may have a high level of personal care and clinicial needs which need to be met sensitively and professionally in line with our rigorous policies. About us Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people with sight loss and a range of other disabilities to go beyond expectations. We believe that, wherever you are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.Henshaws Society for Blind People aims to employ a diverse workforce and is committed to equality of employment and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.Henshaws is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. It is a criminal offence for people bared from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group e.g. vulnerable adults, children or both. An Enhanced DBS with barring and reference checks will be sought from the successful candidate.Registered Charity No: 221888. Date posted 21 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.32 to £13.82 an hour Payrise due in April Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Term time hours Reference number B0586-25-0021 Job locations Bogs Lane Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 4ED Job description Job responsibilities Ensure that the care support needs of each student are met, as directed by their care plan. Ensure that the learning needs of the students are supported as directed by education staff and work with other college staff to support the students. To comply with all policies and procedures including safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, confidentiality and data protection, reporting concerns to the appropriate persons. Work towards being able to carry out clinical tasks after undergoing competency assessment, as delegated by the clinical team and working in line with Infection Prevention Control Policy. Complete comprehensive record keeping and documentation relating to the students care, support and progress. Advocate on behalf of students and to attend student meetings to enable/assist students to express their views. Assist all students in line with their care and support plans. Work collaboratively with all college departments using a multi-disciplinary approach to meet students' individual outcomes outlined in Education Health and Care Plans improving the students quality of life. Support managers in information gathering and contribute to updating student care plans. Contribute to and attend Quality of Life meetings with internal professionals. Take an active role in organising and supporting the students with leisure activities when supporting within the residences (swimming, walking and assisting with buying personal items etc). Report any concerns to the care management team or any other manager which may affect student/staff welfare or safety. Champion professional working environment and work in a way that demonstrates our society values. Comply with the Health and Safety Requirements of the Society an follow Society Policies and Procedures, operate within the employee code of conduct and respect confidentiality at all times. Lead on any administrative and housekeeping tasks necessary, to ensure good housekeeping, cleanliness and health and safety in relation to student residences. Attend and contribute to staff meetings as required. Any other additional responsibilities to ensure safe and effective running of the service. Working in line with the Restrain Reduction Network (RRN) Standards. Strive to support the students build their confidence, develop their independence and support their achievement in the residential and educational environments. Work towards being trained and competent in the administration of Medication, working within Henshaws Medication Policy and Procedure. Work in line with The Mental Capacity Act and it underpinning principles. Job description Job responsibilities Ensure that the care support needs of each student are met, as directed by their care plan. Ensure that the learning needs of the students are supported as directed by education staff and work with other college staff to support the students. To comply with all policies and procedures including safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity, confidentiality and data protection, reporting concerns to the appropriate persons. Work towards being able to carry out clinical tasks after undergoing competency assessment, as delegated by the clinical team and working in line with Infection Prevention Control Policy. Complete comprehensive record keeping and documentation relating to the students care, support and progress. Advocate on behalf of students and to attend student meetings to enable/assist students to express their views. Assist all students in line with their care and support plans. Work collaboratively with all college departments using a multi-disciplinary approach to meet students' individual outcomes outlined in Education Health and Care Plans improving the students quality of life. Support managers in information gathering and contribute to updating student care plans. Contribute to and attend Quality of Life meetings with internal professionals. Take an active role in organising and supporting the students with leisure activities when supporting within the residences (swimming, walking and assisting with buying personal items etc). Report any concerns to the care management team or any other manager which may affect student/staff welfare or safety. Champion professional working environment and work in a way that demonstrates our society values. Comply with the Health and Safety Requirements of the Society an follow Society Policies and Procedures, operate within the employee code of conduct and respect confidentiality at all times. Lead on any administrative and housekeeping tasks necessary, to ensure good housekeeping, cleanliness and health and safety in relation to student residences. Attend and contribute to staff meetings as required. Any other additional responsibilities to ensure safe and effective running of the service. Working in line with the Restrain Reduction Network (RRN) Standards. Strive to support the students build their confidence, develop their independence and support their achievement in the residential and educational environments. Work towards being trained and competent in the administration of Medication, working within Henshaws Medication Policy and Procedure. Work in line with The Mental Capacity Act and it underpinning principles. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1. Willingness to work towards Care Certificate within first 6 months of employment. 2. Good standard of literacy and numeracy 3. Willingness and ability to undertake work related training and utilise new skills and knowledge to enable improved support. 4. To fully support our students you must be able to cope with the physical demands of the role, including pushing a wheelchair around college and in the community and assist the student into and out of the wheelchair if required after having training. Desirable 1. Hold Level 2 in Diploma in Health and Social Care 2. Intervener training 3. Recent experience of working with young adults 4. Experience of working with people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and behavioral, emotional and social difficulties (BESD) and an understanding of the specific needs relating to these. 5. Previous experience of working with people with learning disabilities/BESD/ASD 6. Previous experience of working in the care sector and providing personal care Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1. Willingness to work towards Care Certificate within first 6 months of employment. 2. Good standard of literacy and numeracy 3. Willingness and ability to undertake work related training and utilise new skills and knowledge to enable improved support. 4. To fully support our students you must be able to cope with the physical demands of the role, including pushing a wheelchair around college and in the community and assist the student into and out of the wheelchair if required after having training. Desirable 1. Hold Level 2 in Diploma in Health and Social Care 2. Intervener training 3. Recent experience of working with young adults 4. Experience of working with people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and behavioral, emotional and social difficulties (BESD) and an understanding of the specific needs relating to these. 5. Previous experience of working with people with learning disabilities/BESD/ASD 6. Previous experience of working in the care sector and providing personal care Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Henshaws Specialist College Address Bogs Lane Harrogate North Yorkshire HG1 4ED Employer's website https://www.henshaws.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)