Inclusion Support Worker
- Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
- Salary: Grade G SCP 20-25 £25,295 to £28,785 per annum
- Location: Ainsdale Hope Centre, Sefton
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full Time
- Hours: 36 hours per week.
- DBS Check: Enhanced
- Closing Date: 23/09/2019 at 23:55
- Reference: SF/19/106769
We are delighted to offer the opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to take on the varied and exciting role of Inclusion Support Worker within Sefton Inclusion Services’ Social Communication team. Working across all age ranges, the aim of this service is to support the inclusion of young people with social communication needs and autism. A key aspect of the role is modelling and coaching school staff, delivering training and support groups, and working closely with parents, young people and other professionals.
This exciting new service very much views autism as a “difference not a deficit”. All staff have a passion for inclusion and a desire to make a difference even when situations are challenging. The role requires someone who is passionate about and has exceptional knowledge and hands on experience of children with autism. They must have a proactive attitude, the ability to use their initiative and be a real team player. We are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare and expect all staff to share this commitment. If this sounds like you and you would like to join us to develop this exciting service further please get in touch.
For an informal chat please call 0151 934 2347 or email kathryn.dutton@sefton.gov.uk
Equal Opportunities
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.
GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME
Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.
If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.
How to apply
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s (unless specified on the advert).
Please fully complete the online application form.
