Additional Support Worker (Drivers required)

Autism Initiatives; Dundee; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS before start

Full training & development

Career progression

Medicash

Wellness plans

Financial wellbeing programme

Job summary

Autism Initiatives in Scotland is looking for an Additional Support Worker to assist autistic adults across several houses, helping them live independently and engage with the local community.

We offer DBS clearance, a comprehensive training programme, and progression opportunities. The role pays £15.99–£17.80 per hour with flexible shifts and strong team support.

Qualifications

• DBS clearance provided prior to start
• Full training and development programme
• Experience supporting autistic adults preferred

Responsibilities

• Support with activities that promote independence
• Assist with day trips, swimming, gardening, walks
• Help individuals access local community resources

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Additional Support Worker (Drivers required)

£15.99– £17.80per hour

This is more than a job; it’s a career that supports people to live life to the full.

What can we offer you?

• Company paid enhanced DBS
• Progression opportunities and career pathways
• Full training and development programme to support you in your role.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year

We are seeking friendly and resilient Additional Support Workers to join us across all our services. We have over 9 different houses located both in Eastern and Central parts of the Island where they are located within easy reach of local bus routes. You will be joining a friendly, established team that provides quality support to autistic adults.

We are looking for people who will bring their passion and enthusiasm to the role. Autism Initiatives provide specialist support for people with autism and we are committed to working in partnership to achieve the best possible outcomes.

As an Additional Support Worker you will support with a range of activities which meet the wishes of the people that we support and encourages people with autism to live as independently as possible and be part of their local community. Activities could include: swimming, accessing day trips, gardening, walking groups and many more.

The role of an Additional Support Worker enables you to accept shifts around your availability and other commitments. If you are looking for some variety, flexibility in hours and are keen to make a difference, please get in touch today!

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who hold a manual driving licence.

We at Autism Initiatives make a difference every day. We pride ourselves on being a values-based organisation who put the people we support in the heart of everything we do. We are also committed as an organisation to the well-being of our staff for all of the hard work they do each day. To support our employees we offer the following;

• Medicash
• Wellness plans
• A supportive team and friendly environment
• Financial wellbeing programme providing flexible access to pay

We are committed to staff development and want all staff at Autism Initiatives to feel supported when at work. We have excellent opportunities for career development and progression and are always there to encourage staff as they embark on their career in Health and Social Care’

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

INDSP