Experienced, Female, Support Worker to provide 1:1 care for a 24-year-old man with complex needs
| Posting date: | 11 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 December 2025 |
| Location: | South Croydon, South East London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Special People |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 666 |
Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and proactive Support Worker to provide 1:1 care for a 24-year-old man with Autism, ADHD, and complex needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference by offering consistent support at home, during school transport, and in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide consistent, person-centred support at home and in the community
Escort to and from school via taxi
Support the development and maintenance of independent living skills
Assist with managing clinical anxiety and sensory processing needs
Accompany to weekly swimming sessions (must be a confident swimmer)
Encourage participation in social and recreational activities
Complete daily activity records and support planning
About the Individual:
The person you’ll be supporting is a bright and engaging young adult who:
Has a diagnosis of Autism and ADHD
Experiences audio sensory delay (3–4 seconds to process spoken language)
Is learning to self-manage clinical anxiety
Requires physiotherapy and benefits from weekly swimming
Lives with Trichotillomania and mild scoliosis
Has a strong dislike of injections and blood tests
Ideal Candidate:
Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting adults with Autism and ADHD
PBS (Positive Behaviour Support) trained or willing to undertake training
Confident swimmer – able to provide support in the water
Skilled in supporting individuals with sensory processing difficulties
Able to work independently and collaboratively within a wider care team
Patient, respectful, and emotionally attuned to individual needs
Key Responsibilities:
Provide consistent, person-centred support at home and in the community
Escort to and from school via taxi
Support the development and maintenance of independent living skills
Assist with managing clinical anxiety and sensory processing needs
Accompany to weekly swimming sessions (must be a confident swimmer)
Encourage participation in social and recreational activities
Complete daily activity records and support planning
About the Individual:
The person you’ll be supporting is a bright and engaging young adult who:
Has a diagnosis of Autism and ADHD
Experiences audio sensory delay (3–4 seconds to process spoken language)
Is learning to self-manage clinical anxiety
Requires physiotherapy and benefits from weekly swimming
Lives with Trichotillomania and mild scoliosis
Has a strong dislike of injections and blood tests
Ideal Candidate:
Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting adults with Autism and ADHD
PBS (Positive Behaviour Support) trained or willing to undertake training
Confident swimmer – able to provide support in the water
Skilled in supporting individuals with sensory processing difficulties
Able to work independently and collaboratively within a wider care team
Patient, respectful, and emotionally attuned to individual needs