Job Description:
READING (2:1 – 24 HOUR COMPLEX CARE) Complex Care Support Worker – 2:1 Package (24 Hour Support)
About Unicare Complex Care Specialist
Unicare delivers specialist complex care and supported living services across the South of England. We support individuals with autism, learning disabilities, mental health needs and complex behaviours using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), trauma-informed care and person-centred practice.
About the Client
You will support a young adult male with:
Autism Spectrum Condition
Learning Disability
Sensory processing needs
Anxiety and emotional regulation needs
He communicates using symbols, gestures, signing and written words and responds best to:
Predictable routines
Low arousal environments
Consistent staff relationships
Structured activity planning
He enjoys swimming, community activities, technology (iPad), puzzles and familiar TV shows.
Support is required to maintain safety and stability due to behaviours that may include self-injury or aggression when anxious or overwhelmed.
This package requires consistent, relationship-led support.
Support Package Overview
This is a 2:1, 24 hour support package including:
2:1 daytime support for all activities
Waking night + sleep-in during transition periods
Community support, personal care, emotional regulation and behavioural support
Full PBS and risk management framework
The staffing model ensures safety, learning and independence development.
Key Responsibilities
You will support with:
Daily Living & Personal Care
Personal care and hygiene support
Meal preparation and nutrition monitoring
Medication support (if trained)
Behaviour & Emotional Support
Following PBS strategies
Low arousal de-escalation approaches
Supporting sensory regulation activities
Maintaining predictable routines
Community & Independence
Swimming and leisure activities
Community access and travel support
Education / structured learning support
Social interaction and engagement
Safety & Risk Management
Following behaviour support and risk plans
Supporting safe environments
Recording incidents and behaviours accurately
Clinical & Specialist Elements
Staff must be comfortable supporting:
Autism and sensory regulation needs
Challenging behaviours
Emotional distress and anxiety triggers
Communication via symbols / signing / visual aids
Support plans include structured routines, sensory breaks and low arousal communication approaches.
Essential Requirements
Minimum 1 year experience in care
Experience supporting Autism or Learning Disabilities
Confident managing behaviours of concern
Good written and verbal communication
Calm under pressure
Team working skills (2:1 working essential)
Desirable (But Not Essential)
PBS Training
MAPA / PMVA / CPI
Trauma Informed Care
Makaton / communication aids experience
Complex care experience
Unicare will provide training and competency sign off.
What Makes This Role Different
Structured PBS and clinical support
Consistent staffing team approach
Strong MDT and management oversight
Clear progression into senior / specialist roles
Training & Support Provided
PBS training
Autism specialist training
Behaviour management training
Safeguarding Level 2 & 3Clinical competency training (if required)
Reflective supervision and clinical oversight
Staff work under experienced clinical and operational leadership teams.
Why Join Unicare
✔ Values-led organisation
✔ Fast growing specialist provider
✔ Real career progression
✔ Strong clinical leadership
✔ Supportive management culture
Apply Now
If you are passionate about specialist care and want to work in a high quality, structured complex care environment, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract, Graduate