Community Support Worker

Autism Unlimited; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization supporting individuals with disabilities is looking for a Complex Care Support Worker to assist a gentleman living independently in Throop. The role involves providing person-centered support in daily activities, including personal care and community engagement. Candidates should possess a full UK driving license and a compassionate demeanor. This position offers 32 hours per week with shifts between 7 AM to 10 PM, inclusive of weekends and sleep-ins. Join our team to make a genuine difference in someone's life.

Benefits

Additional payment for sleep-ins

Diversity-focused workplace

Support for job applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Must hold a Full UK driving licence.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor is essential.
• Ability to assist with daily routines and personal care.

Responsibilities

• Support David in daily activities and routines.
• Help David engage with the community.
• Administer medication as required.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication skills

Job description

We are recruiting for a complex care support worker to join our adult services team to support a gentleman living in the Throop area. Please note: Autism Unlimited does not provide visa sponsorship. To be considered for this role you must hold a Full UK driving licence, however access to your own vehicle is not essential.

The role

You’ll be supporting David, a man who lives independently in his own home in Throop. David communicates verbally using short phrases and also uses PECS cards on a communication board to help plan his day and express his needs and choices. As part of David's dedicated support team, you'll help him enjoy a calm, structured, and meaningful daily life. Activities you may support include:

• Enjoying peaceful walks around Throop Mill
• Spending time in the garden, where David loves bouncing on his trampoline or relaxing on the swing
• Listening to and relaxing with music
• Supporting weekly family visits, including walks and enjoying an ice cream together

We're always looking for new and creative ways to help David engage with and feel connected to his local community. As a valued member of our team, your role will involve providing meaningful, person‑centred support, including:

• Assisting with daily routines such as food preparation, shopping, and personal care
• Supporting David to access the community and take part in activities he enjoys
• Administering medication where required to support his health and wellbeing

If you're compassionate, patient, and motivated to make a genuine difference, this could be a rewarding opportunity to join our team.

Hours

32 hours per week. This would be a mixture of shifts between 7am – 10pm – Monday – Sunday. This role would include alternate weekends and sleep‑ins (sleep‑ins come with an additional payment).

Why join us?

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Apply now

If this role interests you, we'd love to hear from you! To apply it couldn't be simpler – just “apply” to complete the application process. Or if you have any questions, please call the Talent Team on (phone number removed). If you need any support Carly would be more than happy to help!

Start Date: February 2026

Our commitment

We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this. Anyone with any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments, please let us know if you require support to complete your application.

Autism Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law. All successful candidates will be subject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.