Inspire

Our Mission Inspire believes that everyone has a right to equality and inclusion. Our mission is to try to help everyone with a disability achieve this. We do this by providing individuals and their families with educational, therapeutic and leisure services. We also advocate for inclusion, educate the general public, raise awareness among peers, and hold the best knowledge base on disability on the island. Our History The Inspire foundation is the result of a merger between Eden Foundation and Razzett Tal-Hbiberija – two leading charities that worked in the field of disability. The two organisations transferred all their resources and employees over to the new foundation, which now provides all the services in a one-stop-shop model avoiding duplication, enhancing service delivery and being more cost effective, leading to long term sustainability and added value. Today Today, Inspire helps hundreds of individuals with various disabilities ranging from Autism, Cerebral Palsy and others. We do this through many services and disability programmes that are offered. Why work with Inspire? At Inspire, we prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, commensurate to experience, we offer the below: - Ten additional days of leave, additional to statutory leave - Private health insurance provided by AXA PPP Healthcare through Atlas Insurance - Free counselling sessions provided by the Richmond Foundation - Study leave - The opportunity to shape and change processes

About

Support Worker (Part-Time)

Join us in driving Excellence, empowering People, and enhancing Communication to create a thriving and impactful workplace.

About the Role

We are currently looking for a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Support Worker on a Part-time casual basis in our Gozo programme specialized for children (age groups 6 years till 12 years). Our support workers shall be responsible for assisting individuals, promoting engagement in meaningful daily activities, regardless of their abilities. This approach empowers those they support, boosting their confidence and enhancing their independence.

What you'll be doing

Work with individuals during their daily participation in activities to ensure their active engagement to the best of their potential.
Support individuals during the provision of services in all possible aspects, including daily feeding needs, hygiene aspects, toileting and changing as well as supporting during transitions.
Work with the client during animal interaction and therapeutic horseback riding.
Work with the individuals in the pool during pool sessions, following the guidance of the Instructor/therapist.
Carry out activities together with the individuals as recommended by therapists in the multisensory rooms.
Actively support individuals during vocational training where appropriate.
Carry out transport supervision according to the exigencies of the programme.
Follow the practitioners’ recommendations depending on the needs of each individual.
Follow practitioners, teacher’s, and therapist’s recommendations depending on the SMART goals of each individual.
Follow each individuals Behaviour Support Plans, Risk Assessments, Sensory Profiles under the guidance of the tutors/therapists.
Actively support individuals in the participation of sessions according to the curriculum/activities as planned.
The Support Worker may be required to research and find creative ways in which sessions can be delivered depending on each individual/group’s needs.
The Support Worker may be required to assist the practitioners/teachers/therapists with delivering sessions in small groups according to the curriculum/activities.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated support worker with a strong passion for providing high-quality care and support to children (age group between 6 year and 12 years) with diverse needs.

Qualifications & Experience

A recognized ‘Qualification’ at MQF Level 3 or higher (minimum of 60 ECTS/ECVET) in health and social care or relevant.
Previous experience within disability sector (favor will be given to candidates exposed to autism spectrum disorder/challenging behaviour).
Available to work in the afternoons & on Saturdays.
High proficiency in English language (both spoken and written).

Why join our team?

At Inspire, we believe that people are at the heart of everything we do. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive positive change, and be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and well-being.

What we offer you

At Inspire, we prioritize the mental health and wellbeing of our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, commensurate to experience, we offer the below: