Supported Living Support Worker at Autism Unlimited, Southbourne

Are you looking for a rewarding new career where you can make a genuine difference in people’s lives? Perhaps you have experience of supporting a loved one, or are looking to give back? We’re looking for an encouraging and caring Female Support Worker to become part of our fantastic team, supporting individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives within our unique supported living service in Southbourne.

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To be considered for this role you must hold a Full UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.

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Please note: Autism Unlimited does not provide visa sponsorship. 

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The role:

Aspire in Southbourne is a supported living property where seven residents live independently in their own self-contained flat where we provide support through life transitions from living at home to living independently. 

You could be assisting with everyday tasks from laundry, weekly food shopping as well as encouraging with meal preparing and creating healthy food options.

The support doesn’t 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 enthusiasm to empower the people we support so they can thrive.

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Hours:

This would be a mixture of shifts between 7am – 10pm - Monday - Sunday

This role would include alternate weekends and sleep ins (sleep ins come with an additional payment)

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A support workers day would include:

• Sharing your skills and life knowledge with the people we support to enable good life skills and independence when living in the community
• Maintaining consistent and accurate records regarding care plans, finances, appointments and medication
• Following the support plan in plan for each person we support to enable the person to feel comfortable and happy, adapting this as required based on change in behaviour
• Providing some elements of personal care from personal hygiene prompts, helping to bath and wash, medication

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Why join us?

See how we take care of our team—explore our great benefits online!

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Apply now:

If this role interests you, we’d love to hear from you! To apply it couldn’t be simpler - just ‘apply’ to complete the application process. Or If you have any questions, please call the Talent Team on (phone number removed). ​

Start Date: November 2026

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Our commitment:

We welcome applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. We will ensure ​that ​all our recruitment and ​selection ​practices ​reflect this. Anyone with 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 successful candidates​will ​be​subject to disclosure and barring checks along with other relevant employment checks.