South Gloucestershire Support Worker

Role Purpose

The post holder will work within our South Glos Short Breaks staff team to provide a 1:1 or 2:1 short break for Disabled children and Young People within the community. Supporting them to access a variety of activities, whilst also promoting independence, learning and inclusion. Enabling them to meet the goals and outcomes identified in their support plan.

Key tasks or duties:

· To ensure that any processes and policies with regards to medication, incidents, accidents, and safeguarding are appropriately followed.

· To ensure high standards of child centered support and supervision at all times.

· To provide a fun and engaging service to Children and Young People accessing the service, working with the family and child to ensure activities are accessible and in line with the Child or Young Person’s interests

· To ensure Children \& Young People are continually safeguarded and relevant procedures are always followed.

· To collect feedback from participants, parents/carers/families and pass onto the South Glos Short Breaks Lead.

· To attend (where required) any review meetings, to aid in the support of the family

· Any other relevant activities as determined by the South Glos Short Breaks lead or Head of Children and Youth Services.

· Have a deep understanding of the Social Model of Disability, advocating for inclusive practices that focus on removing barriers that Disabled people might face, and empowering them to have choice and control over their lives.

· Have a thorough understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and treating all people with dignity and respect.

· Work within WECIL’s policies and procedures including GDPR and Safeguarding requirements.

· Take responsibility for your own health and safety and the health and safety of those around you, complying with WECIL’s relevant policies and procedures.

This list is not an exhaustive task list, and you may be required to complete other tasks to further the mission and objectives of WECIL.

If you want to apply, you will find the application form on our website\- www.wecil.org.uk/contact/work\-for\-wecil/

Job Types: Part\-time, Permanent

Pay: From £15\.07 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress


• Free parking


• On\-site parking


• Sick pay

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