Autism Support Worker - Part Time, Evenings & Weekends

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

Benefits offered by this job

Auto-enrolled pension

33 days annual leave (buy/sell)

Excellent induction and autism-focused

Staff discounts (online)

Cash plan for permanent staff

Life Assurance - 2x salary

Private health options

Dental insurance

Holiday trading

Enhanced pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Headspace access for staff and family

Blue Light Card discounts

Enhanced overtime and sleep-in/on-call

Refer a Friend £200

Job summary

The National Autistic Society is seeking a caring and reliable Support Worker for our South Manchester site. You will help people live their best lives by following individual support plans and daily routines, while ensuring safety, dignity and wellbeing.

Role involves shift planning, supervising staff, and building strong relationships with individuals, families and external professionals. Flexible evenings/weekends and a driving licence are required; enhanced DBS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of autism, safeguarding and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to work proactively and independently.
• Experience mentoring staff and supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support and promote safety, dignity and wellbeing while helping individuals achieve their goals.
• Mentor and support staff, taking responsibility for shift planning, supervising team members and contributing to smooth service operation.
• Build relationships with individuals, families and external professionals, promoting inclusion and community participation.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities, including autistic people, with strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of autism, safeguarding and relevant regulatory frameworks; ability to work proactively and independently.
• Be a positive role model with strong organisational skills and support staff development.

Skills

Person-centred care

Shift planning

Team mentoring

Disability support

Autism awareness

Communication

Independent working

Job description

The National Autistic Society is seeking a caring and reliable Support Worker for our South Manchester site. You will help people live their best lives by following individual support plans and daily routines, while ensuring safety, dignity and wellbeing.

Role involves shift planning, supervising staff, and building strong relationships with individuals, families and external professionals. Flexible evenings/weekends and a driving licence are required; enhanced DBS is preferred.