Autism Practitioner (Support Worker)

Scottish Autism; Lanark; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday pro rata

SVQ training funding

Life assurance (non-contributory)

Workplace Pension (employer match)

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Scottish Autism is recruiting support workers in the South West region to assist autistic people across Biggar, Lanark, Carluke, and residential services in Lamington and Lanark. You will develop personalised support plans, build trusting relationships, and help clients achieve life goals through local activities.

These roles involve weekend work, driving is advantageous, and PVG Disclosure checks apply. We offer strong benefits, training, and career development opportunities with regular

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily activities and personal care.
• Assist with maintaining tenancies and household tasks as needed.
• Encourage participation in community activities and local opportunities.
• Work weekend shifts as a core part of the role.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure person-centred plans are delivered.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Teamwork

Independence support

Driving license

Job description

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 HERE

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%)
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Click here to see more about our organisational benefits HERE

These posts are subject to a PVG Disclosure check.

Please contact Jennifer Somerville for any questions or if you'd like more information – [e-mail] / 07713092179

Closing Date: 9th November

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