Job Description

As a Keyworker you will be expected to meet the care and support needs of the people who access our services. This will be conducted in a way that respects the dignity of the individual, promotes independence and provides choice. All of the care and support provided will be conducted in line with FiND's Core Values and person centred approaches.

You will be expected to provide exceptional standards of support and care across multiple settings, including within people's homes, community-based or at the FiND services. You will assist the people who access FiND's services with their general health, personal care medications and to undertake daily activities and experiences in line with their bespoke personalised support plans (MyPlans).

MUST HAVE the following Experience:-

Supporting individuals with learning disabilities and or autism.

Good understanding of the Health & Social Care sector and role requirements, with ability to deliver domestic and person care skills.

To have a good standard of education (in particular, in both literacy & numeracy) and good recording skills.

To have effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to actively listen, understand information and respond appropriately.

Ability to work using own initiative and judgement and also contribute to effective team working.

Have a good basic knowledge of computer systems and software (For example, MS Word, excel and PowerPoint).

Willingness to undertake training required for the role.

Excellent awareness of confidentiality requirements, including data protection/GDPR legislation.

To understand and meets the needs of students, responding accordingly.

Promote non-judgemental practices and display empathy and understanding.

Punctual and reliable acting with integrity and honesty.

To dress in an appropriate manner for the position.

To have an appropriate level of fitness for the role.

Innovative, confident and able to evaluate and reflect on own work and practices.

Desirable Criteria

NVQ Level 2 or above in health & social care.

MIDAS or minibus driver accreditation / experience

First Aid Certificate

Epilepsy Awareness

An awareness or relevant legislation related to the care sector.

An awareness of person centred care approaches.

An awareness/understanding of additional communication skills (Such as MAKATON, PEC's, Sign Language).

To be able to work very occasional weekends for training purposes.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to 12.54 per hour

Expected hours: 36.25 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Physical Setting:

Day centre
Shift:

Day shift
Work days:

Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Keyworker/Support worker: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/07/2025