Autism Support Worker — Empower Independent Lives

National Autistic Society; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension – Auto-enrolled

33 days annual leave

Autism training

Staff discounts

Healthcare – cash plan

Life Assurance – 2x salary

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance programme

Headspace mindfulness

Blue Light Card

Enhanced overtime & sleep-in pay

Refer a Friend £200

Job summary

The National Autistic Society is seeking Bank Support Workers to assist individuals at our Kent Services in Gravesend. You will follow personalised support plans, help with daily routines, and promote autonomy and wellbeing.

Role involves flexible hours including evenings and weekends; 24 hours per week. Driving licence preferred. Full-time/part-time position with attractive benefits and DBS checks required.

Qualifications

• Inspire others with a positive attitude toward supporting vulnerable people.
• Experience with autistic people is helpful but not essential.
• Personal experience or a passion for helping others is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Encourage activities they enjoy (swimming, hiking, arts & crafts).
• Support life skills and independence (budgeting, shopping, meal preparation).

Skills

Positive attitude

Empathy

Interest in supporting others

Experience with autistic people (helpf

Job description

The National Autistic Society is seeking Bank Support Workers to assist individuals at our Kent Services in Gravesend. You will follow personalised support plans, help with daily routines, and promote autonomy and wellbeing.

Role involves flexible hours including evenings and weekends; 24 hours per week. Driving licence preferred. Full-time/part-time position with attractive benefits and DBS checks required.