Autism Support Worker (Days) in Chilworth inChilworth PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£26,748.80 to £27,788.80 a year
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Cygnet Health Care rqK00rRF
Job description
Job summary
Cygnet Group are currently looking for an
Experience
d Autism Support Worker (Days) to join our team working at The Squirrels.About the RoleWe are offering a 42-hour
Contract
, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month). Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day livesAssisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independenceAttending local community events, networks and venues including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skillsUpdating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-beingProviding emotional and physical support
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,748.80 to £27,788.80 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP8AE90C7C
Job location
sChilworthSO16 7JE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Cygnet Group are currently looking for an
Experience
dAutism Support Worker (Days)to join our team working atThe Squirrels.About the RoleWe are offering a42-hour
Contract
, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month).Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day livesAssisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independenceAttending local community events, networks and venues including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skillsUpdating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-beingProviding emotional and physical supportThe Service:The Squirrels is a 9 bed specialist residential service for adults of working age with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.Who We Care For:Adults from the age of 18 years and beyond.Individuals diagnosed with autism and/or learning disabilities.Those who may present challenging behaviours.Residents with communication challenges and complex needs.What we look for in our Support Worker Team:Previous care
Experience
working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities (Desirable)Understanding of Challenging Behaviour (Desirable)Positive Attitude and Caring Approach (Required)Strong Communication Skills (Required)Able to work as part of a team (Required)Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns to facilitate a range of community activities (Required)Why Join Cygnet:Starting at £12.86 Per Hour rising to £13.36 Per HourFree Meal Whilst on ShiftNHS Blue Light Discount CardFully Paid Training and Induction28 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)Paid breaksContributory pension schemeA variety of staff support and benefit services via Cygnets online portalPlease note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
Cygnet Group are currently looking for an
Experience
d Autism Support Worker (Days) to join our team working at The Squirrels.About the RoleWe are offering a 42-hour
Contract
, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month). Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day livesAssisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independenceAttending local community events, networks and venues including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skillsUpdating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-beingProviding emotional and physical support
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,748.80 to £27,788.80 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP8AE90C7C
Job location
sChilworthSO16 7JE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Cygnet Group are currently looking for an
Experience
dAutism Support Worker (Days)to join our team working atThe Squirrels.About the RoleWe are offering a42-hour
Contract
, working a variety of shifts that could start at 7 am in the morning and some that may finish at 10pm at night, over seven days (working two weekends a month).Supporting and Assisting Residents in their day-to-day livesAssisting residents with cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene whilst promoting independenceAttending local community events, networks and venues including cinema, swimming baths and nightclubs.Promoting and Supporting with personal development and learning new life skillsUpdating and recording resident records to help monitor health and well-beingProviding emotional and physical supportThe Service:The Squirrels is a 9 bed specialist residential service for adults of working age with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.Who We Care For:Adults from the age of 18 years and beyond.Individuals diagnosed with autism and/or learning disabilities.Those who may present challenging behaviours.Residents with communication challenges and complex needs.What we look for in our Support Worker Team:Previous care
Experience
working with adults with Autism or Learning Disabilities (Desirable)Understanding of Challenging Behaviour (Desirable)Positive Attitude and Caring Approach (Required)Strong Communication Skills (Required)Able to work as part of a team (Required)Flexible approach to support work and shift patterns to facilitate a range of community activities (Required)Why Join Cygnet:Starting at £12.86 Per Hour rising to £13.36 Per HourFree Meal Whilst on ShiftNHS Blue Light Discount CardFully Paid Training and Induction28 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)Paid breaksContributory pension schemeA variety of staff support and benefit services via Cygnets online portalPlease note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
Job description
Person Specification
General RequirementsEssentialPlease refer to
Job description
aboveDesirablePlease refer to
Job description
above
Job description
above
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
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