Male* Support Worker (Driver

Autism Initiatives; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid enhanced DBS Medicash (to

Wellness plans

Full training and developmentprogramme

Financial wellbeing programme

Enrolment onto the Level 2 Health and

Monthly staff cash prize draw

Generous annual holiday entitlement

Birthday day off

Option to sell annual leave

Pension Scheme

Access to a free Employee Assistance

Job summary

Autism Initiatives is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to build positive relationships with the people we support and help them live as independently as possible while achieving meaningful goals.

You could be supporting daily living skills, personal care where required, and encouraging participation in hobbies, education, employment and community activities within a values-based, supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people with daily living skills and promoting independence.
• Providing personalised support, including aspects of personal care where required.
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, education, employment and community activities.
• Supporting health and wellbeing, helping people build confidence and develop new skills.
• Working as part of a supportive team that puts people at the heart of everything it does.

Skills

Positive caring attitude

Reliable and resilient

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Person-centred support

Driver license

Job description

As a Support Worker, you'll build positive, trusting relationships with the people you support, helping them to live as independently as possible while achieving the goals that matter most to them. No two days are the same. You could be:

• Supporting people with daily living skills and promoting independence.
• Providing personalised support, including aspects of personal care where required.
• Encouraging participation in hobbies, education, employment and community activities.
• Supporting health and wellbeing, helping people build confidence and develop new skills.
• Working as part of a supportive team that puts people at the heart of everything it does.

Every person we support is unique, and so is the support we provide. You'll have the opportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference to someone's life every single day. If you're looking for a career where you can make a real impact while developing valuable skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Autism Initiatives?

• Full training and ongoing professional development.
• A supportive and experienced team.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• A rewarding role where no two days are the same.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in people's lives every day.

Please note: All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. This is a full-time role, please ensure that your schedule allows for this commitment before applying.

We at Autism Initiatives make a difference every day. We pride ourselves on being a values-based organisation who put the people we support in the heart of everything we do. We are also committed as an organisation to the well-being of our staff for all of the hard work they do each day.

We offer the following;

• Company paid enhanced DBS Medicash (subject to eligibility)
• Wellness plans
• Full training and development programme to support you in your role.
• Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay
• Enrolment onto the Level 2 Health and Social Care Diploma, and ongoing training
• Monthly staff cash prize draw (subject eligibility)
• Generous annual holiday entitlement, which rises with length of service.
• Birthday day off
• Option to sell annual leave (subject to eligibility)
• Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled into your local workplace pension scheme and your local payroll team will provide support
• Access to a free Employee Assistance programme with qualified advisers trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year

This vacancy is advertised in line with Sub Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of The Equality Act 2010 as there is an occupational requirement.

This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The cost of which will be met with by Autism Initiatives.

If you would like a rewarding role where you can really make a difference, then we'd be delighted to hear from you! We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

At Autism Initiatives, we believe every autistic person deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling, independent life. We work alongside the people we support, providing person-centred services that celebrate individuality, promote choice, and empower people to achieve their goals.

What matters most is that you:

• Have a positive, caring and respectful approach.
• Are reliable, resilient and motivated.
• Enjoy helping others achieve their goals.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred support.
• If you apply and confirm you are a driver must hold a valid UK driving license.