Support Worker

Acuity INC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider in Greater London is seeking caring individuals to deliver high-quality, person-centered care. The role involves supporting adults and children with complex needs, including autism and mental health conditions. You will engage individuals in meaningful activities and maintain a clean living environment. The ideal candidates have experience working with learning disabilities and understand challenging behaviours. This position offers essential employee benefits, including health plans and discounts.

Benefits

Access to Westfield Rewards

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Blue Light Card discount scheme

Qualifications

• Experience caring for people with learning disabilities and autism.
• Understanding of behaviours that may be perceived as challenging.
• Experience with mental health support.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care on a 2:1 basis.
• Engage individuals in meaningful activities for social interaction.
• Support with household tasks to foster comfort and independence.
• Communicate clearly to build trusting relationships.

Skills

Experience caring for people with learning disabilities and autism

Understanding of challenging behaviours

Experience with mental health support

Job description

About Acuity Care Group

Acuity Care Group has been a Supported Living healthcare provider for nearly 20 years, employing over 900 people across Operations and supporting roles. Within our LD & A family, we support adults and children with complex care needs, including learning disabilities, autism, brain injury, and mental health conditions. We are person‑centred, and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality care on a 2:1 basis, ensuring a compassionate and attentive approach tailored to the individual's specific needs.
• Engage the individual in meaningful activities and take them out into the community to promote social interaction and well‑being.
• Support with household tasks to maintain a clean and organised living environment that fosters comfort and independence.
• Communicate clearly and confidently in the individual's preferred manner to build a strong and trusting relationship.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for people with learning disabilities and autism.
• Understanding of behaviours that may be perceived as challenging, and experience managing them.
• Experience with mental health support.
• D1 licence (for driving duties, if required).

Benefits

• Access to Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan – 24/7 GP appointments and cashback for health expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – support helplines and counselling for mental wellness, finances, and relationships.
• Blue Light Card discount scheme and tickets.

Commitment to Safeguarding

All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing. Acuity Care Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.

Equality and Inclusivity

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you have the skills and experience listed above, please submit your CV through the job link. If you have any questions before applying, feel free to contact us — we will be in touch to discuss the role and arrange a Teams interview where appropriate.