Training & Support Facilitator

Other

Plymouth, Devon

£13 Per hour

Permanent, Part time

Work hours: 21.0

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Job description

We are recruiting a Training and Support Facilitator to join our service in Plymouth and Ivybridge, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

The Role

You will:

• Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans
• Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required
• Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
• Support activities, appointments, and community access
• Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team

Working Hours per week: 21 hours - Monday to Friday - 08:30 to 16:30

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic, flexible and driven person within our Inclusion and Training Team, supporting young people and adults with learning disabilities and autism working across both our Plymouth and Ivybridge departments.

Requirements

• A flexible approach to work including evenings
• Drivers license preferred but not essential
• To be confident working independently
• Excellent communication skills
• To be self-motivated and reliable
• To be friendly, approachable and have a caring attitude towards others
• IT literate and understanding of basic Office applications
• To be available to provide cover at short notice
• Knowledge or experience of working with people with autism and learning disabilities would be desirable.

Your role is to assist the management team in creating and maintaining a supportive and attentive relationship with the Service Users whilst acknowledging and respecting the following:-

• Observe and respect at all times the confidentiality policy and all other policies and procedures of The D.O.V.E Project.
• Attend development programmes, workshops, seminars, team meetings and training courses as required.
• Assist in the implementation of agreed Care / Support Plans / guidelines by supporting the Service User with their individual aims and outcomes.
• Ensure you are aware of all current risk assessments and identify any new risks by observing the Service User on a daily basis.
• Support the Service User to maintain a high level of personal hygiene as per Care / Support Plans.
• To be actively involved in the development and delivery of training programmes relevant to the needs of the people supported.
• Assist in providing written reports on progress and development of individuals.
• To accurately and concisely complete relevant paperwork.
• To enable service users to access their communities via both public transport and work vehicles as required.
• Be flexible to meet the operational needs.
• Report any incidents, accidents and complaints the Service User raises, directly to management.
• Meet with management on an individual basis with a view to monitoring performance, in order that development appropriate to change is continuous.
• Ensure that the working area is kept clean and tidy and operated within current health and safety legislation.
• Assist in introducing new members of staff to their duties.
• Support the Service User in developing their essential life and domestic skills enabling them to achieve greater independence.
• Support the Service User by involving and assisting them in a wide and stimulating range of activities with the maximum use of local facilities; helping them with choices.
• Ensure you are aware of your line management & the DOVE Project's organisational structure.
• Acting as a good role model for the Service User at all times.
• Any other reasonable duties assigned by the Management.

What We Offer

• Recommend A Friend Bonus
• Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Innovative
• Empowering
• Person-Centred

Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day.

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