Autism Support Worker DP6464a

Independent Lives; Horsham; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holiday

Use of car when on duty

Casual Dress

On-site parking

Job summary

Independent Lives is seeking an Autism Support Worker for a 19-year-old non-verbal autistic male in a private residential setting near Horsham. The role involves on-site duties, flexible hours including occasional night shifts, and a supportive team environment.

Full training and shadowing are provided; options for Positive Behaviour Support and RBT-style training are available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak and read English to a reasonable standard.
• Previous experience of working with autism.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and companionship.
• Assist with transportation and community outings.
• Support client with daily living activities and self-help skills.
• Assist with day service routines and holidays.

Skills

English (read/write)

Autism experience

Driving licence

Education

NVQ's in Health and Social Care

Positive Behaviour Support training

Registered Behaviour Technician training

Job description

Autism Support Worker DP6464a

Company: Independent Lives

Salary: from £25,000 a year, pro rata

Hours: Full-time

Location: Horsham, RH13 0RF

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 20 Oct 2026

Closing date: 19 Nov 2026

Hours can be flexible but average 40 hours per week for a full time position. Night time shifts, of which it is normally only one a week, are 13 hours and are paid as waking nights even if you are able to sleep (i.e. if the client is sleeping which is often the case but, of course, not guaranteed). Hours can be as flexible as needed for the part time role as you would be working as part of our team.

Hourly pay rate: £25,000 per year (pro rata)

We are looking for a caring, fun, active and reliable candidate with a good sense of humour who is looking for a fulfilling role where they can really make a difference to a young adult's life.

The role is for a support worker, working in a private placement supporting a 19 year told autistic, non-verbal male in his own residential setting. There are great facilities including a swimming pool and extensive grounds available for fun activities. There is some additional lone working shifts but lots of shifts are 2:1, teaming up with other team members to go out on outings and into the community. We already have an awesome team you would be joining, who are very lovely and supportive and would welcome you as part of the family unit.

Full training with client provided with extensive shadowing sessions with established support workers before doing any solo shifts.

We can also offer additional training if desired as we are keen to help with career development in this field, such as Positive Behaviour Support training or Registered Behaviour Technician training with Behaviour Analyst Certificate board accreditation or NVQ's in Health and Social Care.

Benefits

• Paid Holiday
• Use of car when on duty
• Part, full and permanent roles available
• Casual Dress
• On-site parking

Duties

• Personal grooming
• Other relevant duties as required
• Transportation
• Companionship
• Bathroom assistance
• Medication prompting/administering
• Dressing / undressing
• Candidates need to be fit and healthy and keen to participate and organise fun, appropriate activities and outings to help fill the 'out of school' hours, helping the client participate in community trips, attend specialist provisions and developing self-help skills.
• The role will involve supporting around the school hours as the client attends a day service but also supporting in daytimes of school holidays. You will be helping with all aspects of the clients life including taking out for drives picking up and dropping off at school, self-help skills, personal care, encouraging independence and helping the client have as much fun and life enrichment as possible.

Candidate qualities

• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Able to always work to high standards of health & safety
• Previous experience of working with kids/ adults with autism is required
• Full UK driving licence required
• Autism Support (1 year)

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check if required.

If you are successful in your application for this position, you will be either engaged directly or employed by the individual employer and not by Independent Lives. The role may be offered on an employed or self-employed basis, depending on the suitability and agreement with the employer. If the role is employed, you will be entitled to holiday pay and issued an employment contract.

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