Compassionate Care Assistant - Autism & LD, 12h Shifts

NHS Jobs; Chilworth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate at £13.45–£14.00

Permanent contract

Training & induction

Free meal on shift

28 days annual leave

NHS Blue Light Discount Card

Contributory pension

Wellbeing and portal access

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Squirrels is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, operated by Cygnet Group. This 42-hour-per-week Support Worker role involves 12-hour day shifts on a seven-day rota, with a mix of early and late starts and a focus on compassionate, person-centred care across the local community.

We welcome applicants with any level of experience who share our values and commitment to safeguarding, dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support tailored to individual needs.
• Encourage independence, choice, dignity and wellbeing in daily life.
• Support daily routines, activities and access to the local community.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

The Squirrels is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, operated by Cygnet Group. This 42-hour-per-week Support Worker role involves 12-hour day shifts on a seven-day rota, with a mix of early and late starts and a focus on compassionate, person-centred care across the local community.

We welcome applicants with any level of experience who share our values and commitment to safeguarding, dignity and independence.