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Support & Companion – Young Adult (Autism) – Greenwich, South East London

Job details
Posting date: 28 January 2026
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 February 2026
Location: Greenwich, South East London
Remote working: On-site only
Company: HomeOrganisers Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: DB975

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Support & Companion – Young Adult (Autism) – Greenwich, South East London
Position: Permanent
Job Reference: DB975
Job Title: Support & Companion – Young Adult (Autism)
Location: Greenwich, South East London
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 gross per annum
Hours Required: 48 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday, 9.00 am–9.00 pm
Start Date: ASAP
Driver: Yes. Car provided for use on duty
Summary
A full-time Support and Companion role for a family in South East London, near Greenwich. The role is focused on providing calm, consistent one-to-one support to an 18-year-old young woman with autism. This is a long-term private household position suited to an experienced, emotionally intelligent and hands-on candidate who is comfortable supporting a young adult with additional needs while also assisting with practical day-to-day tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Support and Companionship
• Providing calm, consistent one-to-one support to an 18-year-old young woman with autism
• Supporting daily routines, activities and appointments
• Offering reassurance, structure and companionship throughout the day
• Encouraging engagement in activities in line with the family’s routine
Practical and Household Support
• Driving to and from activities and appointments
• Preparing meals and snacks as required
• General tidying and light household support
• Feeding and caring for the household cats
PA and Organisational Support
• Running errands
• Supporting basic organisation and day-to-day tasks
• Administering medication via a dosette box as required
Requirements
• Proven experience supporting individuals with autism or additional needs
• Background in nursing, education, SEN support or similar strongly preferred
• Calm, patient and emotionally intelligent
• Resilient, hands-on and adaptable, with a positive, young-spirited and engaging approach
• Confident communicator, warm and chatty when appropriate
• Organised and proactive
• Confident driver
• First Aid certification required
• Fluent English essential.
Benefits
• Competitive salary of £55,000–£60,000 gross per annum
• Permanent, long-term position
• Car provided for use on duty
This job is posted by Home Organisers Limited. We are acting as an employment agency for this permanent position. To apply, candidates must have or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS, provide at least two professional references and hold a valid driving licence.

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