£13.50-15 per hour

Full time or Part Time

The working pattern can be discussed and agreed to suit both the family’s needs and the successful candidate’s availability.

The role requires flexibility to accommodate school runs and some evening care, with working hours generally falling between 7:30/8:00am and 7:30/8:00pm.

Weekends will only be needed on an occasional ad hoc basis.                        

We are looking for a highly skilled, compassionate and resilient Complex Support Worker to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a young child with autism and significant communication, social interaction and developmental needs.

This is a highly active, hands-on role that requires patience, consistency, and a calm, emotionally attuned approach.

The child benefits most from predictable, supportive adults who can follow their lead, build trust, and gently encourage communication, learning and independence over time.

You will be working closely within a family home environment alongside parents, siblings, and the family dog. While the primary focus of your role will be supporting the child, you will become an integrated and trusted part of family life.

The role is not limited to one-to-one support. You will support the child to take part in everyday family life, activities and routines, while also providing appropriate support to siblings and the wider family when needed.

This may include helping with family outings, supporting siblings alongside the child, assisting with shared activities and adapting to the natural rhythm and changing needs of the household.

We are looking for someone who understands that meaningful support happens within everyday life. You will need to be comfortable working alongside parents, becoming familiar with family routines and contributing positively to the household, while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

Provide consistent 1:1 support at home and in the community.

Support the child to participate as fully as possible in everyday family life, routines, activities and outings.

Become a trusted and consistent member of the wider family support network.

Work alongside parents and siblings as part of the natural rhythm of family life.

Provide appropriate support and supervision to siblings when required, including during family routines, activities and outings.

Support positive interaction between the child and their siblings, helping to create shared experiences that are enjoyable and developmentally appropriate.

Assist with family routines where appropriate, recognising that the needs of the child may vary from day to day.

Be flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the household, while keeping the child's support and wellbeing at the centre of the role.

Use visual supports, gestures, modelling, and simple language to support communication.

Encourage functional communication for needs, emotions and choices.

Support emotional regulation, transitions and changes in routine.

Facilitate structured, interest-led play and learning activities.

Assist with daily living skills including toileting, dressing, eating and hygiene routines.

Promote safety awareness in all environments, including outdoor settings.

Maintain clear, accurate daily records of support and progress.

Work collaboratively with family members and professionals to ensure consistency.

What You Will Be Expected to Do

Work in a transparent, reflective and professional way.

Contribute to consistent care planning and support strategies.

Respect family input while maintaining professional boundaries.

Build positive, trusting relationships with the child, siblings and wider family.

Be comfortable working as part of a busy family household and becoming familiar with the family's routines, preferences and way of life.

Recognise that the role involves supporting the wider family alongside the primary support provided to the child.

Be prepared to support siblings with childcare when required and agreed as part of the family's support arrangements.

Communicate openly with parents and respond appropriately to changes in family circumstances and routines.

Maintain a professional approach while being warm, approachable and genuinely engaged in family life.

Always prioritise safeguarding and best practice approaches.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:Experienced in supporting children with autism and complex needs.

Knowledgeable in current best practice approaches for autism and additional needs.

Calm, emotionally resilient and confident under pressure.

Physically active and able to safely support an energetic child.

A confident driver with a full UK driving licence (essential).

Skilled in positive behaviour support and de-escalation techniques.

Highly observant, patient and consistent in approach.

Comfortable working within a dynamic, family-centred environment where routines may change.

This job role will involve working around vulnerable people therefore your employer may be required to check whether you have a criminal record via the Disclosure and Barring Service (known as a DBS check). You will also be asked questions as part of our self-disclosure section on the application form. We operate a fair recruitment process and do not discriminate. Any information you provide will be considered fairly and lawfully.

Due to the nature of our work applicants must be aged 18 or over.We are committed to being an equal opportunities company, as are all the companies we work with. All applicants will be considered fairly and free from prejudice or discrimination.

We are very proud to say that we have signed the mental health at work commitment. We are passionate about mental health, and we are dedicated to doing everything we can to promote mental well-being, support people who are struggling and break down the stigmas of mental health problems. We only work with companies who share our beliefs and care for their employees’ mental health and well-being.