Female Support Worker Supported Living
Southbourne - UK
Job Summary
Have you been inspired by looking after someone close to you or fancy a career change into something that makes a real difference.We have an exciting opportunity for aFemale Support Workerto join us in our remarkable supporting living model in Southbourne.Youll have the opportunity to build confidence learn practical skills and gain hands-on experience.
The service supports seven young adults each living in their own self-contained flat while receiving the right level of support to help them achieve their personal goals.
To be considered for this role you must hold a Full UK manual driving licence.
Please note:Autism Unlimited does not provide visa sponsorship.
The role:
Aspire in Southbourne is asupported living property where seven residents live independently in their own self-contained flatwhere we provide support through lifetransitions from living at home to living independently.
You would be assisting with everyday tasks from laundry weekly food shopping as well as encouraging with meal preparation and creating healthy food options. The support doesnt just stop there! You would also help build their confidence in a wider setting from being on hand to provide advice with work placements as well as developing day to day interactions.This role would suit someone with a warm attentive nature who is physically active and comfortable spending a lot of the day on their feet whilst having enthusiasmto empower the people we support so they can thrive.
Youll also be required to maintain support records including care plans finances appointments and medication records. Youll also follow individual support plan ensuring the people we support feel comfortable happy and supported while using your own skills and life experience to encourage independence and develop good life skills within the community.
Hours: Full Timeand Part Time available
You would be required to work a mixture of shift which will vary between 7am - 10pm on a 2 week rolling rota.
This will include working alternative weekends and completing sleep ins (sleep ins come with an additional payment.)
Why join us
See how we take care of our team- explore our great benefitsonline!
Apply now:
If being a Support Worker sounds like you wed love to hear from you. To apply it couldnt be simpler - just apply to complete the application process. If you need any support
Carlywould be more than happy to help!
Start date: November 2026
Our commitment:
We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.Wewillensurethatallourrecruitment andselectionpracticesreflectthis. Anyonewith any form of disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in order to participate in the job application or interview process. As part of our commitment to providing reasonable adjustments please let us know if you require support to complete your application.
Autism Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Any vacancy we have will be filled based on qualifications and best fit without any reference to race colour sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin marital status veteran status disability age religion or any other classification protected by law.
All successfulcandidateswillbesubject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Autism Unlimited exists to support and empower autistic children, adults and their families. Autism Unlimited offers key areas of support - Portfield School, Futures, Adult support, Assessments, Information and much more.