Look Ahead Care, Support and Housing Ltd
About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Behavioural Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities Service in Slough. This role will focus on supporting a customer with learning disabilities and autism to live full lives and develop their independent skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop the customer’s independent living skills, including cooking, shopping, cleaning, and decorating.
- Maintain the home environment, including cleaning, security, and record-keeping.
- Support the customer in communicating their needs and wants in a person-centered approach.
- Manage the customer’s anxieties and frustrations using Positive Behaviour Support and Autism-specific approaches.
- Collate and analyze behavioural data and paperwork.
- Communicate with family members, social work, psychology, and commissioning teams.
- Adhere to Look Ahead Care & Support policies and procedures.
- Review the customer’s life goals and progress.
- Provide personal care as needed.
- Report observations related to customer welfare.
- Maintain project records.
- Participate in team meetings and service development.
Skills and Expertise:
- NVQ Level 3 or 2 (or equivalent)
- 2+ years experience working with customers with Autism, challenging behaviour, or learning disabilities
- Valid driving licence and willingness to drive
Why Join Us:
Look Ahead is a leading not-for-profit care provider in London and the South East. We offer a supportive environment with excellent Learning & Development, and opportunities for career progression. We focus on excellence, innovation, care, inclusion, and partnership.