Autism Practitioner (Support Worker)

Changeworknow is part of the Access Group; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 35,648,000 - 37,505,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Autism is recruiting for a full-time support worker to join our Edinburgh & Lothian team in Dalkeith. You will help autistic people in a 24-hour residential service to live fulfilling, independent lives and achieve personal goals in a person-centred environment.

The role involves creating personalised support plans, assisting with daily living, personal care with dignity, and helping people engage with their communities. We offer training, pension, and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Personal care support with dignity and respect.
• Ability to engage autistic individuals and build relationships.
• Willingness to learn and follow person-centred approaches.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement personalised support plans with the person, their network and stakeholders.
• Create opportunities and activities within the day service.
• Build positive relationships with the supported people.
• Support people with choice and engagement in activities.
• Be an active part of the local community.
• Build skills to promote independent living.
• Provide personal care as required with dignity and respect.

Job description

Full-Time Position (s) Available (37hours per week)

Salary: Starting at £ 13.45 per hour, rising to £ 13.67 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £ 14.15 at your own pace.

Reference: SA 123 3

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in someone's life every day?

Join our Edinburgh & Lothian team in one of our 24-hour residential support services in Dalkeith , where you'll play a vital role in supporting autistic people to live fulfilling, independent lives and achieve their personal goals.

Our residential service provides support within a shared living environment for five autistic people. Using a person-centred approach, we focus on empowering them to lead fulfilling lives by building independence, providing personal and household support, and creating opportunities to connect with their communities.

Why Join Us?

At Scottish Autism, we value the specialist care our staff provide, offering outstanding training and a supportive environment. Whether you're experienced in social care or new to the field, this role provides a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully.

Key responsibilities:

• Continuously develop and implement personalised support plans with the supported people, their support network, and other stakeholders to ensure their life goals and aspirations are the focus .
• To work creatively, creating opportunities and activities within the day service,
• Build positive relationships with the supported people,
• To support people with choice and to engage in their chosen activities,
• To be an active part of their local community,
• To build skills and support them to live as independently as possible,
• To support with personal care where required with dignity and respect

We encourage and welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism.

Scottish Autism offers you:

• We provide an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary and a personalised learning pathway for all.
• We keep it simple with3 pay points. You progress at your paceas you develop. Webenchmark regularly to ensure the ratesare competitive .
• 3 0 days holiday pro rata (which increases with your 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%)
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Th ese posts are subject to a PVG Disclosure check.All new employees must have applied to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of starting in post and be registered within 6 months . Scottish Autism cover all the costs of PVG membership and SSSC Registration for employees.

Closing Date: 12 th October

Information Session: 6 th October

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post