Are you looking for a fulfilling & rewarding career?
HAIL (part of Vibrance) has exciting opportunities for Activity Workers (Day Opportunities) based in Haringey.
You will join us on a permanent basis working 37.5 hours per week (Part-time contracts also available).
In return you will receive a competitive salary of £22,409 per annum.
Vibrance is a registered charity supporting adults with additional needs in London and Essex.
We encourage a working environment that is at its core inclusive, pioneering, with the highest levels
of integrity.
About our Activity Worker role:
You will support adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities who may also have Autism and/or behaviour that challenges to participate in their chosen activities, either 1-1 or within a group, at a community venue, in their home or in the wider community.
You must be committed to enabling people with learning disabilities and/or Autism to be "Active Citizens" within Haringey and throughout London. This includes accessing lifelong learning, positive relationships, good health, fun and employment where appropriate.
Applicants need to demonstrate a good understanding of the importance of empowerment and choice to individuals in order to support their independence.
Skills and experience of our ideal Activity Worker include:
- A sensitive, caring and patient nature
- Demonstrable skills in a variety of music, crafts, arts, nature, sport, therapies or technology and the enthusiasm to share your interests
- An understanding of different communication styles
- A flexible approach
- A willingness to develop your skills in care and communication
- A team player
- Effective communication skills in written and spoken English
- Good observation
In return for your skills, knowledge, and experience, you'll enjoy:
- A comprehensive training programme covering core skills
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Rewards and recognition for your service
- AIG Lifeworks Work-life Assistance (24 hours)
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
- Flexible Working Options (Subject to service requirements)
- Learning & Development
- Mindful Employer
- Positive about Disability
- DBS online applications paid by Vibrance
- Long Service Awards
- Refer a Friend scheme
To join us as our Activity Worker, please click apply below – we'd love to hear from you!
Vibrance welcomes applications from all sections of the community including from people with disabilities. As users of the Disability Confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who satisfy the essential criteria for a job vacancy and consider them on their abilities.