Autism Support Worker — Community & Activities

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a caring supporter to assist a young person with autism in the Preston area. The role focuses on encouraging participation in activities, developing social skills and providing a stable, supportive presence in the community.

The successful candidate will help the child engage with peers, accompany them to events, and offer emotional support while being patient, flexible and reliable.

Qualifications

• Be conscientious and committed to providing support as necessary for the child.
• Be patient, caring and understanding.
• Be able to build a positive relationship with the child to both encourage and support them.
• Be flexible to meet the needs of the family.
• Have knowledge of working with or supporting a child with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Encouraging the recipient to engage in activities.
• Helping to improve their social skills.
• Settling and supporting the individual.
• Keeping them safe in the community.
• Helping to fulfil their potential and aspirations.
• Attending/transporting the individual to social activities and appointments.
• Encouraging social interaction and inclusion and providing emotional support.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Flexibility

Communication

Job description

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a caring supporter to assist a young person with autism in the Preston area. The role focuses on encouraging participation in activities, developing social skills and providing a stable, supportive presence in the community.

The successful candidate will help the child engage with peers, accompany them to events, and offer emotional support while being patient, flexible and reliable.