Autism Support Worker: Calm, Caring Buddy

Independent Lives; Crawley; Presencial; GBP 14 000 - 19 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Independent Lives is seeking a friendly, patient Support Worker to assist a young person with autism in Crawley. You will help with daily activities, encourage participation in new experiences, and ensure safety and wellbeing in a warm, respectful environment.

The role emphasises building trust, clear communication, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions while working with another Support Worker in a 2:1 setting. Driving licence is helpful but not essential.

Qualificações

• Experience of Autism
• Able to speak and read English to a reasonable standard
• Reliable with good timekeeping
• Able to follow instructions and work on own initiative
• Hygienic, tidy and well organised
• Patient and possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Honest and cheerful
• Creative
• Fit and healthy to undertake duties
• Willing to work 2:1 with another Support Worker
• Non-smoker preferred or willing to refrain during working hours

Responsabilidades

• Support the individual to engage in activities and enjoy new experiences in a safe environment.
• Keep relationships positive and build trust with the person and family.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, and follow all policies.

Conhecimentos

Autism experience

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Initiative

Creativity

English language skills

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Independent Lives is seeking a friendly, patient Support Worker to assist a young person with autism in Crawley. You will help with daily activities, encourage participation in new experiences, and ensure safety and wellbeing in a warm, respectful environment.

The role emphasises building trust, clear communication, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions while working with another Support Worker in a 2:1 setting. Driving licence is helpful but not essential.