Learning Support Worker
- Horsham, West Sussex
- £25,000 per year
- Permanent
- Part-time
Salary: £25,000 per annum FTE, plus a £500 joining bonus
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (Part-time options available: 3 or 4 full days per week)
Annual Leave: 23 days paid holiday plus bank holidaysAbout the Role:We are looking for patient and caring individuals to join a dedicated team at this adult day centre that provides essential support to autistic learners aged 18 and over. As a Learning Support Worker, you will:
- Work individually and in small groups to support the development of knowledge and skills that enhance learners' well-being, independence, and social inclusion.
- Use behaviour-driven teaching strategies and interventions to promote positive outcomes and development.
- Work both within our Centre for Lifelong Learning and accompany our learners in the community, applying their learning to real-world situations.
- Provide comprehensive support, care, and teaching to autistic adult learners.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons and activities that support knowledge and skill development.
- Offer behaviourally based support to reduce behaviours that negatively impact the quality of life.
- Provide personal care, encouraging and enabling adult learners to maintain acceptable levels of hygiene, including toileting, dressing, and washing.
- Support adult learners' participation in social, leisure, and educational activities within the local community.
- Assist learners in accessing work experience and employment opportunities.
- Monitor and track learners' progress to ensure that the support, care, and teaching provided are effective and tailored to their needs.
- Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary with a £500 bonus upon joining.
- Flexible Schedule: Sociable hours with no evening, weekend, or overnight shifts required. Part-time options are also available.
- Generous Leave: Enjoy 23 days of paid holiday (3 days more than the standard) plus bank holidays.
- Career Advancement: Opportunities for career progression and regular salary increases within a short period.
- Extensive Training: Benefit from extensive training in first aid, safeguarding, emergency medication, and more.
- Professional Qualifications: Opportunities to gain funded and recognised qualifications, including the Care Certificate and RQF Level 3 in adult social care.
- Supportive Environment: Work in a supportive setting with dedicated colleagues and management, and gain opportunities to work independently with our learners outside your standard working hours.
- A driving licence or access to transportation (due to the remote location).
- Professional, personal, or voluntary experience working with adults or young people with disabilities.
- Comfort in working with adults who exhibit challenging behaviour.
- Ability to support others with personal/intimate care when required.
- Calm demeanour in high-pressure situations.
- We also welcome applications from those with no sectoral experience but with a keen interest in learning disabilities and a strong passion for helping others.