Job Introduction

Male Support Worker

Pay rate: £14.00 per hour (Weekly or Monthly pay available)
Shift pattern: 22 and 24 hour shifts working a day shift and sleep in shift working around 30 hours per week - 4 week rolling rota.

A dedicated and compassionate Support Worker is required to provide person-centred support for an individual with Autism and Learning Disabilities living in Tamworth. This role involves supporting daily life management while promoting independence, structure, and positive routines.

Please note that this role requires an average of 30 hours per week; therefore, applicants must have full rights to work in the UK without restrictions on hours & you must have a full UK drivers license with access to your own vehicle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting daily life management and organisational skills

• Accompanying to activities, gym sessions, cinema trips, and outdoor visits (including National Trust properties)

• Supporting attendance at social outings such as meals out, while encouraging balanced lifestyle choices

• Assisting with budgeting skills and promoting financial awareness to support living within agreed means

• Supporting meal planning and cooking, encouraging healthy routines

• Providing support around the home

• Working sensitively around daily challenges and structured schedules

• Role modelling positive behaviours and decision-making

• Providing mentoring support

About the Individual:

• Enjoys the outdoors, walking, gym sessions, cinema, and food/cooking

• Has a busy daily schedule and strong social interests

• Maintains a close relationship with parents

About You:

• Have a full UK drivers license & access to your own vehicle

• Experience supporting individuals with Autism - Required

• Calm, patient, and able to communicate clearly and evenly

• Able to take time to explain information in a supportive and structured way

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and GDPR requirements

• Ability to encourage independence while maintaining appropriate boundaries

Who we are

acuity care delivers specialist support across Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Learning Disability & Autism, and Mental Health Services. Every package of care is individually designed around the person, their goals, and their life. Our teams are passionate about delivering person‑centred care and empowering the people we support to access new experiences, learn new skills, and live as independently as possible.

What happens next?

If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply by sending us your CV through the job link.
If you meet the requirements, one of our Specialist Recruitment Partners will be in touch to arrange an interview.

acuity care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

What we offer

• Westfield Rewards – exclusive discounts with 1,000+ big-name retailers, restaurants and travel brands
• Westfield Health Cash Plan – including 24/7 GP access and cashback on health costs
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support for wellbeing, finances and relationships
• Blue Light Card – discounts and free event tickets
• acuity academy – training, qualifications and continuous professional development
• Career progression within the organisation
• Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £500

This post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the people we support, we can only accept applications from men for this position.