Support Worker
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
About the Service
We are looking for Support Workers to join our friendly team at our Bristol Outreach Service. Bristol Outreach is one of our south west based services where we support autistic adults in their own homes and communities to develop skills that promote their health and wellbeing, inclusion in their local community and greater independence. Please note for this role you must be able to drive and have a car you can use while working.
About the Role
We are looking for caring and reliable Support Workers. Your role is to help people live their best lives by following their support plans and daily routines.
What You’ll Do
- Support life skills & independence (budgeting, shopping, meal preparation, room cleaning, train and bus journeys)
- Record detailed and accurate digital support notes
What We’re Looking For
- Inspire 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
This advert is for a part‑time position at 36 hours per week. Your working pattern in this role will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families and may include evening and weekend working. Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) and your own car is essential.
Benefits
- Pension – Auto‑enrolled pension scheme.
- Annual Leave – 33 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year.
- Training – Great induction and training, including autism training.
- Discounts – Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
- Healthcare – Cash plan for permanent staff.
- Life Assurance – 2× your base salary.
- Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
- Support – 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
- Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
- Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts.
- Extra Pay – Enhanced overtime, plus payments for sleep-in and on-call (if applicable to the role).
- Refer a Friend – Get £200 when you refer someone.
We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
All staff are required to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months would be preferable but not essential.
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.
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