Job Description

Support Worker required to provide person-centred care within a supported living environment for individuals with autism and learning disabilities. The role focuses on supporting daily living needs, promoting independence, reducing distress, and enabling choice and inclusion in everyday routines.

• Support individuals with autism learning disabilities to live as independently as possible within a supported living setting.
• Provide assistance with day-to-day tasks, including:
• personal care (where required)
• meal preparation and nutrition support
• medication prompting (as trained and in line with policy)
• housekeeping and maintaining living spaces
• Encourage positive routines and meaningful activities that support wellbeing, communication, and engagement.
• Implement individual support plans and behavioural strategies in line with assessed needs.
• Use breakaway techniques and de-escalation approaches safely and appropriately to manage crisis situations, following training and local procedures.
• Promote dignity, choice, privacy, and safeguarding at all times.
• Maintain accurate records (support notes, incident reporting, daily logs) in line with service requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team, families (where appropriate), advocates, and health professionals.
• Attend training and supervisions to develop skills relevant to autism, learning disabilities, and challenging behaviour support.

• Experience working with adults or individuals who have autism learning disabilities (preferred).
• Understanding of person-centred support and positive behavioural support approaches.
• Confidence using breakaway techniques and de-escalation strategies safely (training will be provided where needed).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Ability to work shifts and maintain professional standards under pressure.
• Ability to follow care plans, record accurately, and act quickly in emergencies.