Support Worker, Warrington – WA2

Autism Initiatives Group; England; On-site; GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading autism support organization in England is seeking a passionate Support Worker to provide personalized care and support to individuals with autism. The ideal candidate will help foster independence, assist with personal care, and engage them in community activities. Opportunities for career development and training are available. The role is part-time and offers competitive pay along with various perks, including employee assistance programs and leave entitlements.

Benefits

Paid enhanced DBS

Full training and development program

Career progression opportunities

23 days plus 8 Bank Holidays annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Monthly staff cash prize draw

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people with autism or similar backgrounds.
• Ability to develop trusting relationships and provide quality support.
• Willingness to engage in community activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop rapport with individuals with autism.
• Provide personal care and promote independence.
• Engage in community activities such as swimming or attending cafes.

Skills

Understanding of supporting autistic people

Personal care assistance

Community engagement promotion

Job description

Salary: £25,467.86 based on 39 hours per annum Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Part-Time Job Reference Number: JK-FS-FSW Job Location: England Job Area: Warrington Closing Date:07th January 2026

£25,467.86 per annum pro rata, based on 39 hours per week

Autism Initiatives provide a personalised, autism specialist service that makes a positive different to the lives of autistic people.

Our services focus on:

• Supporting people to be as independent as possible in their homes
• Supporting people to achieve and be successful
• Helping people to pursue their interests and enjoy their lives
• Enabling people to be active members of their communities

Who we are looking for:

As a Support Worker you will develop a trusting and respectful rapport with people with autism and support with personal care, whilst promoting and encouraging independence. You will also provide quality support which is personalised to individual health and well‑being needs. The role will also involve promoting community engagement, enabling people with autism to be part of their local community. Activities could include going swimming, attending local cafes and coffee shops, or trips to the cinema.

• Wellness plans
• A supportive team and friendly environment
• Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay

We are committed to staff development and want all staff at Autism Initiatives to feel supported when at work. We have excellent opportunities for career development and progression and are always there to encourage staff as they embark on their career in Health and Social Care.

We are looking for people who share and demonstrate our values. You may have a background or understanding of supporting autistic people, but if not don’t worry, we have great training and a friendly team to support you every step of the way.

What can we offer you?

• Company paid enhanced DBS
• Progression opportunities and career pathways
• Full training and development programme to support you in your role.
• Support to obtain your Diploma Level 2 qualification
• 23 days plus 8 Bank Holidays, rising to 26 days with 3 years’ service
• Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
• Long service entitlements – after 1, 2 and 3 complete years of service, you will benefit from up to an additional 3/5ths of a week of leave after 3 complete years of service.
• Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay
• Option to buy and sell annual leave (subject to eligibility)
• Monthly staff cash prize draw (subject to eligibility)
• Medicash (subject to eligibility)

If you are interested in applying for this position and making a difference to someone’s life then please complete the application form by clicking the “apply now” tab on the left.

The Job description and person specification can also be found above the application form, on the apply now tab.

If you require any support with the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team on 0151 932 2242 who will be happy to help you.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

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