Inclusion & Support Worker

We are looking for individuals who can engage creatively with people with disabilities on a 1:1 basis, supporting them to identify opportunities and activities that reflect their interests, promote independence, and lead to meaningful outcomes. At PLUS, we are guided by the values of Respect, Compassion, Integrity and Dependability and we’re looking for people who live these values through their practice every day. Due to the requirements of the role, we particularly encourage applications from people based locally.

Could you be part of our team who put the young people and adults (up to age 35) first and work closely with families to plan and provide our support?

Responsibilities (not exclusive) are to:
Build relationships with the individual/s and their families to support them and their son/daughter
to participate in the planning, preparation and delivery of person centred/outcome focused leisure activities in a variety of settings or on occasion, in the individuals’ home.
To brief and de-brief parents/carers before and after events and to complete all necessary forms or reports.
to work collaboratively with staff at PLUS and from other organisations.
Implement the individual’s support plan to achieve stated outcomes
Support young people with personal care such as toileting and feeding
Promote independence
Complete paperwork promptly (mostly electronic)

Qualifications and Skills
Previous experience working with people with disabilities
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build a rapport
Good basic education
Please note: you will be required to become registered with SSSC and undertake relevant qualifications to enable you in your role
Highly Desirable: Driving license – with access to your own car

Personal qualities:
willing to work flexibly, a belief in inclusion
Strength in communicating
Honest and reliable
Enjoy sharing activities with children and young people
Commitment to personal development

Additional Benefits:
Real Living Wage Employer
Organisation-wide festive closure (annual leave is reserved to cover this time).
Access to our online staff benefits platform, Bright Exchange, with discounts and savings.
Professional development support, including SVQ3 in Social Services and Healthcare for SSSC registration