Autism Support Worker (Days)
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.86 to £13.36 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 August 2025 |
| Location: | Chilworth, SO16 7JE |
| Company: | Cygnet |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 41303 |
Summary
Cygnet Group are currently looking for an experienced Autism Support Worker (Days) to join our team working at The Squirrels.
About the Role
We are offering a 42-hour contract, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month).
- Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day lives
- Assisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independence
- Attending local community events, networks and venues including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.
- Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skills
- Updating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-being
- Providing emotional and physical support
The Service:
The Squirrels is a 9 bed specialist residential service for adults of working age with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.
Who We Care For:
- Adults from the age of 18 years and beyond.
- Individuals diagnosed with autism and/or learning disabilities.
- Those who may present challenging behaviours.
- Residents with communication challenges and complex needs.
What we look for in our Support Worker Team:
- Previous care experience working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities (Desirable)
- Understanding of Challenging Behaviour (Desirable)
- Positive Attitude and Caring Approach (Required)
- Strong Communication Skills (Required)
- Able to work as part of a team (Required)
- Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns to facilitate a range of community activities (Required)
Why Join Cygnet:
- Starting at £12.86 Per Hour rising to £13.36 Per Hour
- Free Meal Whilst on Shift
- NHS Blue Light Discount Card
- Fully Paid Training and Induction
- 28 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)
- Paid breaks
- Contributory pension scheme
- A variety of staff support and benefit services via Cygnet’s online portal
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
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