Job summary
There are few better opportunities to learn about people than by getting to know someone who experiences the world differently from you.

Working with autistic people can challenge our assumptions about communication, perception, emotion and behaviour, and invites us to become much more curious about how the human mind works.

We are looking for someone who shares that curiosity and has a drive to improve the life of one person and his family: someone kind, open-minded enough to listen, learn and allow the person they support to teach them what good support looks like.

You'll join a small specialist team that provides bespoke support for an autistic man with a mild learning disability. He is curious, active, humorous and enjoys engaging with others. He can also experience anxiety and distress, and when he does, this can lead to behaviours of concern.

Countryside walks are at the heart of this role. You'll provide social and emotional support as he explores new places around Bristol and beyond and help him expand the places and activities he can access and enjoy in the community. At home, you'll plan sessions with him so they are filled with meaningful activity. You'll prepare resources for the things he enjoys and offer new activities, helping him develop skills, independence and confidence.

To request detailed job information and an application form, email Auron or Tania at mrtrustinfo@gmail.com

Main duties of the job

• To listen, strive to understand and empathise with the client.
• To support him to gain confidence in articulating his thoughts, feelings, needs and preferences.
• Working alongside other practitioners, to support the client on walks of his choice in the countryside around Bristol and surrounding counties, and occasional trips to shops, towns or other community facilities.
• To drive the client and his support practitioner to his activities and walks, or, if you do not drive, to navigate on car journeys when needed.
• To support the client, engage in meaningful activities at home, such as gardening, home maintenance, cooking or other practical and leisure pursuits.
• To work collaboratively with the client, his family and support team, following his care plans to ensure he receives consistent care.
• To provide calm emotional support and, where necessary, trained physical intervention during periods of distress, in accordance with M.R. Trust policies/training, to reduce risk and promote safety for the client, those supporting him, and the public.
• To and ensure important information is recorded and communicated across the team.
• To protect the confidentiality and privacy of the client and his family.
• To attend all necessary training, supervision and when possible, team meetings, using these to improve the client's support, as well as your own confidence and wellbeing.

About us
The M.R. Trust was established to manage a Direct Payment from the local authority, enabling the person we support to live at home with his family while receiving genuinely person-centred support. We employ a small, dedicated team of skilled practitioners who help him lead a fulfilling life, combining emotional security, stimulating activities, and opportunities to follow his interests, goals, and personal development. We are passionate in our belief that autistic adults, and those with learning disabilities who show behaviours of concern should enjoy their full rights and participate actively in their communities. We place great value on our staff, providing extensive training, professional and wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development. If you share our values and have experience supporting or teaching people with autism, learning disabilities, behaviours of concern, brain injury, and/or mental health needs we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: 18 November 2026
Salary: £17.50 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: B0658-26-0002

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