Barnet Mencap has been helping people with learning disabilities and/or autistic adults in the London Borough of Barnet for over 50 years. We provide supported accommodation, leisure and learning activities, information, advice, and guidance, and so much more. All while being committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children and adults.
Working For You Advisor
Information, Advice, and Guidance
Part-time 21 hours/week: Salary £14,523 (FTE £24,206) per annum
Do you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others?
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. There will need to be face-to-face work, but there will also be opportunities to work from home and/or have different working patterns as agreed by your manager.
We are looking for a focused individual to join our caring, passionate, and diverse team in offering information, advice, and guidance to our service users. This role gives challenge and satisfaction and will suit someone that has:
1. an understanding of the issues faced by people with a learning disability and/or autistic adults
2. excellent communication and literacy skills
3. experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autistic adults
4. the ability to strongly advocate for our clients
If you are interested in this position, please see the Job Description and Personal Specification for the role. Please also read our Mission Statement and Anti-Discriminatory Policy. To apply, please either complete an application form or send a CV with a statement explaining how you meet each of the criteria on the person specification to or in the post to Barnet Mencap, 35 Hendon Lane, Finchley N3 1RT.
Barnet Mencap is committed to equal opportunities and the safeguarding of children and adults at risk. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service form in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.
Further details are available on our website: www.barnetmencap.org.uk. Or call 020 8349 3842 to request a hardcopy be sent to you.
Completed applications can be emailed or sent to: Barnet Mencap, 35 Hendon Lane, London N3 1RT.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.
Closing date: Thursday 20th February 2025
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