Autism Practitioner (Support Worker)

Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) – South West Area (Carluke, Lanark, Biggar, Lamington) 

Pay Scale: Starting at £13.45 per hour, rising to £14.15 at your own pace 

Sleepover rate - £107.60 

 Full Time & Part Time positions available 

 Weekend only contracts available 

Reference: SA1239 

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles 

Looking for a career that truly makes a difference?

Join our South West team, supporting more than 30 autistic people across Biggar, Lanark and Carluke, as well as individuals living in our residential services in Lamington and Lanark, to lead fulfilling and independent lives. Every day brings something new and rewarding. 

Be part of a team that encourages potential, champions inclusion, and supports autistic people to access the opportunities that matter most to them.  

You'll: 

Develop, review and implement personalised support plans for the supported individual, 

Build positive relationships with the supported individual and their circles of support. 

Work collaboratively to ensure the supported individual’s life goals and aspirations are at the centre of their support. 

Support individuals to take part in their chosen activities, and access local community opportunities, 

Help maintain their tenancies and support them to make the decisions that matter to them.  

Promote independence and active citizenship, community inclusin, support with household chores. Required support may include personal care. 

Holding a full UK Driving License is advantageous.  

View the full Job Description  

We recognise that flexibility looks different for everyone. That's why many of our services offer predictable rolling rotas, helping you plan ahead with confidence. This role includes weekend working as a core part of the support we provide. 

Scottish Autism offers you: 

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for our colleagues including: 

30 days holiday pro rata (increasing with length of service) 

Sector leading training from day one, including fully funded support to complete your necessary SVQ 

Non-contributory life assurance scheme 

Workplace Pension (Employer matched up to 9%) 

Discount platform

Employee Assistance Programme.  

Click here to see more about our organisational benefits  

These posts are subject to a PVG Disclosure check. 

Please contact Jennifer Somerville for any questions or if you'd like more information – / (phone number removed) 

Closing Date: 9th November 

We review applications regularly and will contact shortlisted candidates as quickly as possible 

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