Support worker - Autism
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.68 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | pension |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | Blackburn, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | care station nw ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Support worker - Autism |
Summary
Job Title: Autism Support Worker
Location: Blackburn and Lancashire
Salary: £13.68
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Autism Support Worker to provide tailored support for children with autism. You will play a crucial role in helping them develop essential life skills, communication strategies, and social interactions, ensuring they thrive in a safe and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide one-on-one and group support to children with autism, focusing on their individual strengths and challenges.
• Assist with daily activities, sensory regulation, and communication techniques such as PECS or Makaton.
• Work closely with families, teachers, and healthcare professionals to create personalized support plans.
• Promote social integration and engagement through structured play, routines, and community-based activities.
• Implement behavioral strategies to encourage positive interactions and emotional regulation.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding policies.
• Adapt activities to suit each child's sensory preferences and developmental needs.
• Foster a nurturing and understanding environment where children feel valued and supported.
Requirements:
• Experience working with children with autism or neurodiverse individuals (preferred but not essential).
• Qualifications in Health & Social Care, Childcare, Autism Awareness, or related fields.
• Knowledge of autism-specific strategies, including visual schedules, social stories, and sensory integration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with patience and empathy.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and confidentiality policies
Benefits:
• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement.
• Ongoing training in autism support techniques.
• Supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s lives.
Please email recruitment@carestationnw.org with all enquiries
Location: Blackburn and Lancashire
Salary: £13.68
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Autism Support Worker to provide tailored support for children with autism. You will play a crucial role in helping them develop essential life skills, communication strategies, and social interactions, ensuring they thrive in a safe and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide one-on-one and group support to children with autism, focusing on their individual strengths and challenges.
• Assist with daily activities, sensory regulation, and communication techniques such as PECS or Makaton.
• Work closely with families, teachers, and healthcare professionals to create personalized support plans.
• Promote social integration and engagement through structured play, routines, and community-based activities.
• Implement behavioral strategies to encourage positive interactions and emotional regulation.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding policies.
• Adapt activities to suit each child's sensory preferences and developmental needs.
• Foster a nurturing and understanding environment where children feel valued and supported.
Requirements:
• Experience working with children with autism or neurodiverse individuals (preferred but not essential).
• Qualifications in Health & Social Care, Childcare, Autism Awareness, or related fields.
• Knowledge of autism-specific strategies, including visual schedules, social stories, and sensory integration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with patience and empathy.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and confidentiality policies
Benefits:
• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement.
• Ongoing training in autism support techniques.
• Supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s lives.
Please email recruitment@carestationnw.org with all enquiries
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