{"id":15816,"date":"2026-05-21T00:21:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T00:21:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearepurple.org.uk\/purplematch2\/?post_type=jobpost&p=15816"},"modified":"2026-05-21T00:21:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T00:21:19","slug":"carer-support-worker-northaw-en6-pur-795-271","status":"publish","type":"jobpost","link":"https:\/\/wearepurple.org.uk\/purplematch2\/jobs\/carer-support-worker-northaw-en6-pur-795-271\/","title":{"rendered":"Carer \/Support Worker – Northaw (EN6) – PUR-795-271"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Carer \/Support Worker<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Job ref. <\/strong><\/td>\nPUR-795-271<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
About me<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/p>\n

A 32-year-old high-functioning autistic woman with complex needs is seeking a compassionate and understanding Personal Assistant to support her with daily living and independence. She currently lives in the Northaw area of Hertfordshire (EN6) and is preparing for a future move into supported independent living within the Welwyn Hatfield area.<\/p>\n

She has a caring and personable nature and often presents as neurotypical upon first impression. However, she experiences challenges associated with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Pedantic Semantic Syndrome, and a mild personality disorder. Sudden changes and disruptions to routine can be particularly difficult for her and may lead to frustration or emotional dysregulation. She is looking for someone patient, calm, and willing to build a trusting and supportive relationship.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Hours and rate of pay <\/strong><\/td>\nApproximately 5 hours per week<\/p>\n

Flexible support on an \u201cas needed\u201d basis rather than fixed days or times<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Location<\/strong><\/td>\nNorthaw\u00a0 (EN6)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DBS\/Checks<\/strong><\/td>\nConfirmation of DBS check<\/p>\n

Right to Work and references will be needed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Training <\/strong><\/td>\nTraining will be offered to enable to complete the mandatory training required:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Safeguarding Adults<\/p>\n

\u2022 Introduction to first aid<\/p>\n

\u2022 Health and Safety<\/p>\n

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What you would be doing\u2026<\/strong><\/td>\nSupport with paperwork and correspondence<\/p>\n

Diary management and task organisation<\/p>\n

Assisting with planning journeys and transportation<\/p>\n

Encouraging focus and task completion<\/p>\n

Supporting access to the community, including shopping and social activities<\/p>\n

Providing emotional reassurance and structured support when needed<\/p>\n

The role is community-based as well as home-based, and applicants must be willing to accompany the client to appointments and activities outside the home<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

The person I would like\u2026<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/p>\n

Female (as requested by the client)<\/p>\n

This advert complies with the Sex Discrimination Act (1975) Section 7 (2b).<\/p>\n

Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle with appropriate business insurance<\/p>\n

Have experience supporting neurodiverse individuals, particularly autistic adults with complex needs<\/p>\n

Be patient, empathetic, calm, and reliable<\/p>\n

Be confident working independently and adapting to changing support needs<\/p>\n

An NVQ in Health & Social Care or similar qualification is preferred but not essential.<\/p>\n

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Please send a CV (with 2 references) and a covering letter explaining why you would suit this role. Thank you.<\/p>\n

* Sponsorship is not available for this role *<\/strong><\/p>\n

* No agencies please *<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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