Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 02 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £23,810.00 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | West Sussex, South East England |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | The Grace Eyre Foundaiton |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | GE2518 |
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Who we are:
The Grace Eyre Foundation is a charity based in Brighton & Hove and the wider Sussex community that has been working with people with a Learning Disability and autistic people since 1898. Our mission is to work towards being led by people with Learning Disabilities and autistic people to deliver high-quality housing, support and activities in their local communities. The people we support tell us that they want “good support from kind and friendly people” – so that is what we are looking for!
Do you love theme parks and rollercoasters?
Are you enthusiastic, outgoing, and passionate about making a difference in someone’s life? Grace Eyre is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to accompany and support an individual with autism on weekly visits to Chessington World of Adventures every Friday during the open season. When the parks are closed for the season the support will be to attend other outings in the community.
Introduction to the Role
This is a unique opportunity to combine fun and purpose. You’ll be supporting a person with autism to enjoy a full day at the theme park, including going on rides and engaging in activities. Your role will be to ensure the day runs smoothly, is enjoyable, and supports the individual’s needs throughout.
Person Specification
We’re looking for someone who is:
Enthusiastic, outgoing, and comfortable in busy environments
Confident going on rides and engaging positively throughout the day
Experienced in supporting people with autism (personal or professional)
Patient, reliable, and up for a fun and active day every Friday
A driver with access to a car (essential for this role) – Mileage reimbursed at £0.45 per mile
The individual you’ll be supporting has asked for someone who is kind, patient, well-organised, and trustworthy.
Training & Support
An understanding of autism and active support is preferred, but not essential — full training will be provided.
Apply today and turn your love for theme parks into a meaningful role!
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
No applicant for employment or employee will be treated less favourably than another on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership or pregnancy & maternity, and we encourage applications from people with learning disabilities or identify with being on the autistic spectrum/neurodiverse.
Staff benefits include:
Enhanced holiday entitlement
One paid celebration day a year
Cost of living support package such as rental deposit scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Generous refer-a-friend scheme
One paid volunteering day a year
Enhanced sick pay
Enhanced employer pension contribution
Enhanced death in service
Training and development opportunities
Flexible working opportunities
Electric Vehicle Scheme
We are also:
Accredited as a Disability Confident Leader
Accredited as an Investors in People employer
Successful applicants will be required to provide details of 2 referees. One must be your most recent employer, however if you have not undertaken employed work before, a reference from voluntary work, educational facility or personal reference can be accepted. You must also undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure and provide proof of your right to work in the UK.
Please apply by filling in an application form. You can also apply by completing an accessible application form, downloading this and emailing it to recruitment@grace-eyre.org. or alternatively by sending a CV and cover letter to recruitment@grace-eyre.org . Please state clearly which job you are applying for and the location
We will handle any personal information you provide via this form in accordance with our privacy policy
If you are unable to complete our application form or if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments, please contact us on the recruitment email above.
The Grace Eyre Foundation is a charity based in Brighton & Hove and the wider Sussex community that has been working with people with a Learning Disability and autistic people since 1898. Our mission is to work towards being led by people with Learning Disabilities and autistic people to deliver high-quality housing, support and activities in their local communities. The people we support tell us that they want “good support from kind and friendly people” – so that is what we are looking for!
Do you love theme parks and rollercoasters?
Are you enthusiastic, outgoing, and passionate about making a difference in someone’s life? Grace Eyre is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to accompany and support an individual with autism on weekly visits to Chessington World of Adventures every Friday during the open season. When the parks are closed for the season the support will be to attend other outings in the community.
Introduction to the Role
This is a unique opportunity to combine fun and purpose. You’ll be supporting a person with autism to enjoy a full day at the theme park, including going on rides and engaging in activities. Your role will be to ensure the day runs smoothly, is enjoyable, and supports the individual’s needs throughout.
Person Specification
We’re looking for someone who is:
Enthusiastic, outgoing, and comfortable in busy environments
Confident going on rides and engaging positively throughout the day
Experienced in supporting people with autism (personal or professional)
Patient, reliable, and up for a fun and active day every Friday
A driver with access to a car (essential for this role) – Mileage reimbursed at £0.45 per mile
The individual you’ll be supporting has asked for someone who is kind, patient, well-organised, and trustworthy.
Training & Support
An understanding of autism and active support is preferred, but not essential — full training will be provided.
Apply today and turn your love for theme parks into a meaningful role!
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:
No applicant for employment or employee will be treated less favourably than another on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership or pregnancy & maternity, and we encourage applications from people with learning disabilities or identify with being on the autistic spectrum/neurodiverse.
Staff benefits include:
Enhanced holiday entitlement
One paid celebration day a year
Cost of living support package such as rental deposit scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Generous refer-a-friend scheme
One paid volunteering day a year
Enhanced sick pay
Enhanced employer pension contribution
Enhanced death in service
Training and development opportunities
Flexible working opportunities
Electric Vehicle Scheme
We are also:
Accredited as a Disability Confident Leader
Accredited as an Investors in People employer
Successful applicants will be required to provide details of 2 referees. One must be your most recent employer, however if you have not undertaken employed work before, a reference from voluntary work, educational facility or personal reference can be accepted. You must also undertake an enhanced DBS Disclosure and provide proof of your right to work in the UK.
Please apply by filling in an application form. You can also apply by completing an accessible application form, downloading this and emailing it to recruitment@grace-eyre.org. or alternatively by sending a CV and cover letter to recruitment@grace-eyre.org . Please state clearly which job you are applying for and the location
We will handle any personal information you provide via this form in accordance with our privacy policy
If you are unable to complete our application form or if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments, please contact us on the recruitment email above.