Support Worker

Job Introduction

Support Worker

Location: Thornbury
Pay Rate: £14.00 per hour
Shift Pattern: 08:00am - 8:00pm and 8:00pm - 8:00am, Monday to Sunday (flexible shifts available)
Hours: 36 hours per week

We are seeking a caring, reliable, and confident Support Worker to join a dedicated team supporting an individual living at home with their family in Thornbury. The individual has Autism, complex clinical needs, and behaviours that may present as challenging, and requires a consistent, person-centred approach from a compassionate and committed support team.

In this rewarding role, you will provide high-quality 1:1 support, helping the individual to live safely, comfortably, and as independently as possible. You will support them with day-to-day routines, encourage participation in meaningful activities both at home and in the community, promote social engagement and emotional wellbeing, and assist with communication in a way that reflects their individual needs and preferences. You will also help maintain a calm, structured, and organised environment, building positive relationships and providing consistent support that makes a genuine difference to their quality of life.

Experience & Skills of a Support Worker: 

• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with Autism, complex needs, or behaviours that may present as challenging is required
• Experience working in a care, support work, healthcare, or community-based setting.
• A compassionate, patient, and person-centred approach to supporting others.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm and confident in challenging situations.
• Understanding of safeguarding, dignity, choice, and promoting independence.
• Reliable, flexible, and committed to providing consistent support.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake training and develop clinical competencies relevant to the role.
• A positive attitude and genuine passion for making a difference in someone's life.
• Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).

 Benefits:

• Clear Career Progression - Opportunities to grow and develop your career.
• Fully Funded Training & Acuity Academy - Ongoing training and recognised qualifications.
• Westfield Rewards - Discounts with 1,000+ retailers, restaurants, and travel brands.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan - 24/7 GP access and healthcare cashback.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential wellbeing and financial support.
• Company Mobile Phone
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• 28 Days Annual Leave
• Enhanced DBS Fully Funded
• Weekly or Monthly Pay Available

Our CARE values are at the heart of everything we do:

Compassionate. Accountable. Respectful. Empowering.

At Acuity Care Group, CARE isn't just a set of values, it's the way we work every day.