Activities Support Worker

Description:

Job description:

We are looking for an Activities Support Worker to join us here at Stallcombe Community, this is a newly created role.

We are looking for any 5 days over 7 to suit you and can be flexible.

Role Purpose

The Activities Support Worker is responsible for supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism to participate in meaningful, engaging and person-centred activities both within Stallcombe Community and in the wider community. The role promotes independence, wellbeing, social inclusion, choice and personal development, ensuring activities reflect each person's interests, goals, strengths and aspirations.

The post holder will work closely with residents, day service attendees, families and colleagues to deliver high-quality activities that enhance quality of life whilst maintaining safety, dignity and positive outcomes for the people we support. This aligns with the focus on meaningful activities, person-centred support and community engagement set out within the Activities service structure.

Key Responsibilities

1. Delivering Person-Centred Activities

Support individuals to participate in a varied programme of meaningful activities, hobbies, learning opportunities and community engagement.

Encourage and enable people to make choices about how they spend their time.

Support individuals to achieve personal goals identified within their support plans.

Adapt activities to meet communication, sensory, mobility and health needs.

Promote independence, confidence, self-esteem and social inclusion.

Provide one-to-one and group activity support where required.

2. Community Participation

Support individuals to access community facilities, education, leisure opportunities, employment pathways and volunteering opportunities.

Assist with transport arrangements and accompany individuals to activities and appointments where required.

Promote positive relationships within the local community.

Act as a positive ambassador for Stallcombe Community at all times.

3. Supporting Health, Wellbeing and Quality of Life

Encourage healthy lifestyles, exercise, wellbeing and positive life experiences.

Support people to build friendships, maintain relationships and participate in social opportunities.

Recognise changes in wellbeing and report concerns promptly.

Celebrate achievements and support individuals to develop new skills and interests.

4. Record Keeping and Communication

Maintain accurate and timely activity records, outcome notes and attendance information.

Contribute to reviews, support planning and feedback processes.

Communicate effectively with colleagues, families, advocates and professionals as appropriate.

Report incidents, accidents, safeguarding concerns or changes in needs promptly and accurately.

5. Health, Safety and Safeguarding

Follow risk assessments, support plans and organisational procedures.

Support the safe delivery of activities whilst encouraging positive risk-taking.

Maintain awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and report concerns immediately.

Follow infection prevention, moving and handling, medication and emergency procedures where applicable.

Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment.

6. Quality and Compliance

Follow Stallcombe Community policies, procedures and standards.

Support quality assurance activities, audits and inspections as required.

Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and best practice.

Participate in training and development activities relevant to the role.

7. Values and Behaviours

Demonstrate Stallcombe Community's values in all interactions.

Treat people with dignity, respect and compassion.

Promote inclusion, equality, choice and independence.

Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals.

Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

8. General Responsibilities

Promote and uphold the values, culture and ethos of Stallcombe Community.

Work collaboratively with all departments to support positive outcomes.

Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR requirements.

Participate in training, supervision and professional development.

Support with personal care and other care-related needs in accordance with support plans where required.

Undertake any other duties reasonably commensurate with the level of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience supporting adults in a care, support or community setting.

Experience working as part of a team.

Experience building positive relationships with others.

Desirable

Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Experience delivering activities, day opportunities or community-based support.

Experience supporting people with communication or sensory needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Essential

Understanding of person-centred practice.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to encourage and motivate others.

Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Good organisational skills.

Basic IT skills.

Ability to work flexibly as part of a team.

Desirable

Understanding of learning disabilities and autism.

Knowledge of positive behaviour support approaches.

Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act.

Knowledge of community inclusion and social opportunities.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Full UK driving licence and willingness to drive organisational vehicles.

Willingness to undertake all mandatory training.

Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Prepared to support with care needs that residents/service users require.

Desirable

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

Training in safeguarding, autism, learning disabilities or positive behaviour support.

Personal Qualities

Essential

Warm, approachable and compassionate.

Positive and enthusiastic.

Reliable and trustworthy.

Flexible and adaptable.

Patient and resilient.

Committed to person-centred support and inclusion.

Desirable

Creative and able to inspire participation in activities.

Confident engaging with people from different backgrounds.

Passionate about improving quality of life for the people supported