Waking Night Support Worker - Impactful Autism Care

National Autistic Society; Hanley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Auto-enrolled pension

33 days annual leave

Induction and autism training

Staff discounts scheme

Cash plan healthcare

Life assurance 2x base salary

Private health and dental options

Enhanced overtime pay

Sleep-in/on-call pay

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

The National Autistic Society is seeking a caring Waking Night Support Worker to join Hoylands House in Barnsley. You will support seven young adults with autism according to their personal care plans and daily routines, ensuring their safety and well-being.

The role is part-time (35 hours per week) with evening and weekend shifts, offering induction training, pension, 33 days annual leave (including holidays), staff discounts, healthcare cash plan, and life assurance.

Qualifications

• Inspiring others with a positive attitude towards supporting vulnerable people.
• Experience with autistic people is helpful but not essential.
• Personal experience or a passion for helping others is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Encourage activities they enjoy (swimming, hiking, arts & crafts).
• Support life skills & independence (budgeting, shopping, meal preparation).

Skills

Positive attitude

Empathy

Motivation to help others

Job description

The National Autistic Society is seeking a caring Waking Night Support Worker to join Hoylands House in Barnsley. You will support seven young adults with autism according to their personal care plans and daily routines, ensuring their safety and well-being.

The role is part-time (35 hours per week) with evening and weekend shifts, offering induction training, pension, 33 days annual leave (including holidays), staff discounts, healthcare cash plan, and life assurance.