Autism Support Worker Required for 1-to-1 Support (Ref 008883)

Company: Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC)
Apply for the Autism Support Worker Required for 1-to-1 Support (Ref 008883)
Location: Egham
Job Description:

Standard hourly rate : £15.00

Location: Egham

Hours: Every Tuesday 6.30am to 6.30pm (12 hours), and One Saturday per month 8.30am to 6.30pm (10 hours).

We are seeking a calm, patient, and proactive Autism Support Worker / Personal Assistant to support a 20-year-old autistic young man in building independence and daily-living skills. He is highly capable but experiences challenges with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.

The ideal candidate can think ahead, follow structured behaviour-support routines, and help him succeed without over-prompting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide 1-to-1 support using low-arousal / Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches.
  • Follow clear safety and communication protocols (Zones of Regulation)
  • Use task analysis and chaining to teach independent skills such as meal prep and washing up.
  • Encourage expressive language and emotional self-regulation through consistent routines
  • Record brief daily notes (task steps completed, Zones check, any incidents Collaborate closely with parent and external professionals to review progress

Essential Skills / Experience

  • Proven success supporting autistic adults or older teens with behaviour of concern.
  • Confident using calm, structured responses and maintaining personal space in escalations.
  • Able to shrink tasks rather than complete them for the learner. Reliable, emotionally steady, and able to follow a written support plan.
  • Good written English for brief notes.
  • (Preferred) PBS, Studio 3, Team-Teach, or similar training; or Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification

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Posted: August 1st, 2026