Support Worker, Bournemouth

Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same? Join our friendly Adult Services team as a Female Support Worker and make a real difference supporting a fun-loving gentleman in the Muscliff area.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

Please note: Autism Unlimited does not provide visa sponsorship.

A Genuine Occupational Requirement applies under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. This role is therefore only open to female candidates, referring to the sex legally assigned at birth.

To be considered for this role you must hold a Full UK driving licence, however access to your own vehicle is not essential.

Lucas lives independently in his own home in Muscliff, where he is supported to live a fulfilling and active life. He communicates in his own unique and meaningful way using visual aids, PECS cards, signs, and gestures, allowing him to express his choices, preferences, and personality every day.

He has a real sense of adventure and enjoys getting out into the community to explore the things he loves most. Whether it’s spending the day at the local farm meeting the animals, discovering the vibrant sea life at the Oceanarium, or travelling on the chain ferry over to Swanage for a day by the coast, Lucas thrives on his routine of being a part of the community. At home, he enjoys unwinding with music and keeping his mind engaged by completing puzzles.

Lucas is supported on a 2:1 basis and relies on his support team to help him with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, medication, and meal preparation.

As part of our dedicated team, you’ll play an important role in supporting Lucas to live the life he chooses. From helping with daily routines and providing personal support, to accompanying him on exciting community outings and encouraging his interests. You’ll build a rewarding connection with Lucas while making a genuine difference to his wellbeing, independence, and quality of life.

Full Time. 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).

• 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

• Full UK driving licence required. Possessing own vehicle not essential.

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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.

Start Date: June 2026

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.