Carer /Support Worker
| Posting date: | 01 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 March 2026 |
| Location: | Watford, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purple DPSS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PUR-284-525 |
Summary
Carer /Support Worker
Job ref. PUR-284-525
About the Direct Payment Holder A young adult with autism, non-verbal communication, and high-level support needs is looking for two male Support Workers to provide 2:1 care at all times. The individual requires consistent, structured support and carers with experience in managing potentially challenging behaviours.
Hours and rate of pay Term-time (Mon–Fri): 2 hours per evening (after college)
Non term-time (Mon–Fri): 6 hours per day
Weekends (Sat/Sun): 6 hours per day
Location Watford (WD19)
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:
• Safeguarding Children
• Introduction to first aid / Paediatric first aid
• Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…
Providing personal care and daily living support
Assisting with structured routines and activities
Supporting communication for a non-verbal individual
Managing and responding appropriately to potentially challenging behaviours
Ensuring safety and wellbeing at all times
Required skills and experience
Male carers preferred
This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).
Must have experience supporting individuals with autism, non-verbal communication, and high-level needs
Confident in managing challenging behaviours
Reliable, patient, and consistent in approach
Able to work effectively as part of a 2:1 support team
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
Job ref. PUR-284-525
About the Direct Payment Holder A young adult with autism, non-verbal communication, and high-level support needs is looking for two male Support Workers to provide 2:1 care at all times. The individual requires consistent, structured support and carers with experience in managing potentially challenging behaviours.
Hours and rate of pay Term-time (Mon–Fri): 2 hours per evening (after college)
Non term-time (Mon–Fri): 6 hours per day
Weekends (Sat/Sun): 6 hours per day
Location Watford (WD19)
DBS/Checks Confirmation of DBS check
Right to Work and references will be needed.
Training Training will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:
• Safeguarding Children
• Introduction to first aid / Paediatric first aid
• Health and Safety / Moving and handling
What you would be doing…
Providing personal care and daily living support
Assisting with structured routines and activities
Supporting communication for a non-verbal individual
Managing and responding appropriately to potentially challenging behaviours
Ensuring safety and wellbeing at all times
Required skills and experience
Male carers preferred
This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).
Must have experience supporting individuals with autism, non-verbal communication, and high-level needs
Confident in managing challenging behaviours
Reliable, patient, and consistent in approach
Able to work effectively as part of a 2:1 support team
Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.
* Sponsorship is not available for this role *
* No agencies please *
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