Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people living with sight loss and a range of other disabilities to go beyond expectations. We believe that, wherever they are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.
Henshaws does not offer Sponsorship you must have the Right to Work in the UK to qualify for an interview.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about providing high quality care and learning support to young people with complex needs. You will work as part of a supportive team across campus, enabling students to develop their independence, confidence and daily living skills. You will also play an important role in supporting new staff during their induction by acting as a mentor to help them settle into the workplace and understand their responsibilities.
The role contributes directly to Henshaws mission by ensuring students receive personalised, safe and empowering support that enhances their quality of life.
In this role you will demonstrate ambition by helping students develop their independence, communication and personal skills both in education and residential settings. You will show respect by valuing each student’s voice, advocating for them and ensuring their wishes shape the support they receive. You will promote empowerment by enabling students to make choices, build confidence and work towards their personal goals. These values also guide how you support colleagues, including new staff, by modelling good practice and creating a positive and inclusive team environment.
We offer comprehensive training, ongoing CPD, support from an experienced management team and opportunities to progress. You will be part of a caring, friendly and passionate team making a real difference to the lives of young people with complex needs.
Salary: £13.99 per hour with an unsociable hours supplement of £1.50 per hour for weekend Working
Hours per week: 40 on a fixed shift (No rota)
Weeks per year: Term time and 52 week positions available
Annual leave: 5 weeks plus 10 days bank holiday, if 52 weeks
Contract: Permanent
Location: Harrogate
Closing date: 12 noon on 8th May
(Position may close earlier than the closing date)
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You will need experience of supporting people with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs, including personal care and assisting with daily routines. Experience within a residential or education setting is helpful but not essential. You should feel confident completing accurate records, following care plans and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Training in moving and handling, medication administration, PEG feeding or clinical tasks is desirable, although full training and competency assessments will be provided. You will also need to work in line with safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, health and safety requirements and Henshaws policies.
An important part of this role is supporting new staff by acting as a mentor during their induction, helping them understand routines, policies and expectations, and modelling high quality care practice.
The role requires a flexible approach to shifts, good communication skills and a commitment to reflective practice. A DBS check is required. You may also be asked to support students during leisure activities in the community and to travel between college and residences.
Henshaws Society for Blind People aims to employ a diverse workforce and is committed to equality of employment and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
Henshaws is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. It is a criminal offence for people barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group e.g. vulnerable adults, children or both. An Enhanced DBS with barring and reference checks will be sought from the successful candidate.
Henshaws reserves the right to check social media accounts of all successful applicants.
Registered Charity No: 221888
