Support Worker - Edgware and Borehamwood

Recruiter
Langdon
Location
Edgware (City/Town), London (Greater)
Salary
£17199.00 - £18837.00 pa
Posted
10 Oct 2017
Closes
07 Nov 2017
Ref
SR6032380800cb2ebc
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Langdon was founded in 1992 by four parents of children with learning difficulties who found there were no organisations that enabled young adults with similar needs to lead an independent life. From those early beginnings, Langdon’s services have steadily grown and we now help over 100 young Jewish people, providing education, supported living and employment services. We are proud that our members lead independent lives that, without Langdon, their parents could only dream about.

We are currently looking for Support Workers.  The role will be based in Edgware and Borehamwood, however travel may be required between local properties.

Support Workers will be expected to work flexible hours which will involve working early and late shifts, including sleep in’s, weekends and bank holidays in accordance with client need.
Support Workers will be required to work individually and as part of a team to support and enable individuals to live as independently as possible by assisting individuals to develop new and existing skills. They will also be responsible for working with our employment team to facilitate employment opportunities and assisting and supporting individuals to enjoy an active social life.
Support Workers should enable Individuals to form relationships and wider social networks, promote and support lifelong learning opportunities and support individuals to observe Jewish culture.

Key Tasks:

•    To assist in supporting Individuals in designing and developing their support/care plans and reviews
•    To assist and support Individuals to achieve goals that link to the Langdon Mission
•    To contribute to the monitoring of Individuals’ progress, assessment and maintain records.
•    To be responsible for reading and working to Langdon Policy & Procedure, with particular regard to the Jewish Ethos and Culture

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, you must have a good standard of written English.  Previous experience of working with adults with Learning Disabilities, Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome is desirable but not essential. Full training will be given to the successful applicant.

If you are looking for a fresh challenge, enjoy engaging with people, have a real desire to make a difference to someone’s life and the skills required to help us deliver a high level of service to our Members, then we want to hear from you.

Please note this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service.

Salary: £17199.00 - £18837.00 pa

Please apply online for this Support Worker - Edgware and Borehamwood role with your CV and covering letter.

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