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.
Benefits
- Eligibility to sign up for the Blue Light Card for only £4.99 which gives you access to a large range of discounts across retail, leisure, and other services at companies nationwide
- Counselling helpline, legal helpline and personal financial support
- Shopping discounts platform
- My Mind Pal mental health app subscription
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
Autism Support Worker Required for 21-year-old Autistic man (Ref 008883) in Egham employer: Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC)
Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC) is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its employees and the individuals they support. Located in the picturesque town of Dorking, SILC fosters a vibrant work culture centred around compassion, creativity, and community engagement, offering unique opportunities for personal growth through hands-on experiences in supporting children with special needs. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling and dynamic work environment filled with fun activities and supportive colleagues.
Contact Details:
Surrey Independent Living Charity (SILC) Recruitment Team
