Defour Partnership (Social Care) is working closely with an exceptional Social Care Charity recruiting for an Assistant Service Manager in Bradford.

Exciting opportunity to work in a specialist service that is home to individuals with autism.

If you are looking to take your career to the next level and interested in developing the latest research and practice skills so that people with autism can thrive in their local community, then this is a great opportunity.

The role involves providing support to the Registered Service Manager in the day to day management and leadership of the team. Deputising in the absence of the manager by providing residential support to people with autism and other care needs.

Some of the key skills required, full detailed Job description is available:

QCF 3 in Adult Health & Social Care or above. Experience of working with people with autism, in either a work or personal environment. Experience of supporting people with a Positive Behaviour Support approach. Full, clean driving licence is preferred but not essential. Excellent communication skills, being able to communicate with people we support, colleagues, professionals and families. Excellent written communication skills and ability to write accurate reports. Experience of the key worker role. Ability to work as part of a team or work independently. Able to provide personal care. Able to work flexible hours including weekends, nights etc according to the needs of the people in service. Honesty and reliability. Interested, motivated and committed. Accessible, approachable and comfortable with vulnerable people with complex needs.

Benefits and Rewards, full details available

Competitive salary Circa GBP29,500 per annum Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro-rata) including bank and public holidays Employee Assistance Programme Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Health Cash Plan (claim money back for visiting the dentist, optician, physio etc) Specialised training programme that surpasses national and practice standards.

If you are looking to 2024 and wanting to continue your career journey working for an innovative and dynamic charity who are continually developing their practices and supportive of personal development then please contact Joanne Diver today or apply with your CV online.