Autism Support Worker (Bolsover)

Autismo East Midlands; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Autismo East Midlands seeks committed Autism Support Workers in Bolsover, Chesterfield. The role involves supporting autistic individuals with daily activities and encouraging independent living skills. No experience is required as full training will be provided, making it ideal for compassionate individuals looking to make a difference.

Benefits

Extensive induction with autism specialist training

Fully paid Care Certificate

Free initial DBS Check

Friendly and supportive work environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary, full training provided.
• Ideal for those with a positive attitude and alignment with company values.
• Experience in care or related fields is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic individuals with daily activities and independent living skills.
• Provide personal care, medication administration, and community integration.
• Manage anxieties and support clients during distressing behaviors.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Care Certificate (Pending)

Job description

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Autism Support Worker (Bolsover), Chesterfield

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Chesterfield, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives? Then come and join us as an Autism Support Worker?

This is a job where you really will be making a difference to people’s lives. You’ll be supporting autistic people with a variety of activities that they enjoy and encouraging independent living skills.

You’ll find this is a rewarding job, which promises variety as no two days are ever the same. You will be positively supporting people by providing holistic support including personal care, medication administration, integration into the local community and managing their anxieties, which they may communicate through distressing behaviour.

No experience is necessary, so don't worry if you don't think you know enough about how to support adults with autism. Full training is given. We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, who shares our values and who we can work with to develop their skills.

If you have experience as a support worker, care assistant, nursery assistant, or personal care assistant or have worked in the NHS, health care or in social care, this position will be suited to you too.

We have full-time, part-time and casual relief positions available in the Bolsover area and is easily commutable by car from the surrounding areas.

Our support is 24/7. The working pattern is on a rolling rota and includes a variety of shifts - early, lates, sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays and flexible shift patterns.

Please be aware, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who have restricted hours, and we are unable offer sponsorships.

What we offer:

• Extensive induction with autism specialist training
• Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care
• Free initial DBS Check
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Refer a friend scheme worth £
• Access to the Blue Light Card scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We reserve the right to close the advert once sufficient applications have been received, therefore, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Either way don’t forget to tell us if you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme.

Autism East Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. If you’re a successful applicant you will need an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, we will meet any initial costs.