This advert is for a one-night shift Deputy Team Leader based at Catrine Bank.
You must be available to work shifts starting at 10pm and finishing at 7:30am.
The hourly rate for this role is £15.45.
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The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions, and build a society that works for autistic people.
We support people to understand their autism diagnosis and how this may impact their lives and those around them.
Our services provide accommodation and support for autistic adults 52 weeks a year, 24 hours a day, in urban and rural settings.
Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do: https://www.autism.org.uk/
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Who we are looking for:
We are seeking an experienced Deputy Team Leader with a passion for working with our fantastic teams. You will be resilient, supportive, and sensitive to the needs of autistic people.
Suitable candidates will have management and/or shift leading experience within a social care setting. Being a Senior Support Worker requires leadership skills, patience, and commitment. Working with autistic people is highly rewarding and impactful.
Your working pattern will require flexibility to meet the needs of the individuals supported and their families, including evening and weekend shifts.
The role includes:
* Helping individuals achieve independence and personal goals
* Supporting and transporting individuals to integrate into their community
* Developing individuals' homemaking skills and personal chores
* Transforming lives and achieving results for autistic adults
Possession of a driving license (minimum one year) is desirable.
Please click here for a Job Description
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What we can offer you:
* Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
* 33 days annual leave (including Public Holidays), with options to buy or sell leave annually
* Comprehensive induction, training, and development, including autism awareness
* Online staff discount schemes for various benefits such as cycle to work, season ticket loans, and shopping discounts at major retailers
* Healthcare Cash Plan (for permanent staff)
* Life Assurance at 2x your base salary
* A range of flexible benefits including private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice, holiday trading, and enhanced pension options
* Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance and counselling programmes
* Free access to the Headspace mindfulness app, with options to enrol friends or family
* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
* Enhanced overtime pay, including sleep-in and on-call payments
* Referral bonus of £200 through the Join the Team Scheme
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Where you will be working:
Catrine, Mauchline KA5 6NA
Catrine Bank is a supported living service in East Ayrshire, comprising three houses and two cottages, situated near the River Ayr in a scenic rural area with access to walks and National Trust locations.
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About our application process:
When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification, highlighting your suitability for the role.
For more information, contact: insert: Hiring manager's name, job title & email address
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications.
All staff are required to undergo a criminal background check to work with our autistic adults. Successful candidates will work towards relevant qualifications in line with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration.
Membership of the PVG scheme is mandatory, and the Society will cover the application costs.
Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified and experienced individuals, especially those with a diagnosis of autism.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment and will be subject to safeguarding checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer.INDAS
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