In-Home 1:1 Support Worker for Autistic Woman

Walsingham Support; Briton Ferry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsingham Support is hiring a Support Worker to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a female client living in her own home. The role emphasises routine, calm, and patient assistance, with full training provided and ongoing support to develop your care career.

The position offers lone-working shifts, community activities, and a chance to help the client maintain independence and wellbeing. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• You don't need prior experience to join as a Support Worker.
• Training provided with ongoing support to build a career in care.
• A calm, patient and reliable approach.
• Understanding the importance of routines and consistency.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently during lone-working shifts.
• Professional when working with involved family members.
• Experience with autism desirable but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, person-centred support tailored to individual needs.
• Maintaining established routines and supporting a structured daily schedule.
• Building a trusting and positive relationship with the individual and family members.
• Supporting with daily living tasks and community activities.
• Promoting independence, wellbeing and emotional reassurance.
• Working professionally and collaboratively with family members and other professionals involved in the individual's support.
• This isn't a boring job — you'll be changing lives by supporting day-to-day living and engaging in activities like bowling, swimming, walks and community outings.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Person-centred

1:1 support

Lone working

Job description

Walsingham Support is hiring a Support Worker to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a female client living in her own home. The role emphasises routine, calm, and patient assistance, with full training provided and ongoing support to develop your care career.

The position offers lone-working shifts, community activities, and a chance to help the client maintain independence and wellbeing. A full UK driving licence is essential.