Autism Practitioner (Support Workers) - Glenrothes, Fife

Scottish Autism; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday pro rata

SVQ funded training

Life assurance

Pension (Employer matched)

Discount platform

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Scottish Autism is seeking dedicated Autism Practitioners to support a young autistic man in a brand-new 2:1 service in Glenrothes, Fife. You will help him engage in sensory activities, develop daily routines, and build independence in a compassionate, creative environment.

The role involves shift work across days, evenings and weekends; a full UK driving licence is beneficial but not essential. PVG and SSSC registrations are required with company support.

Qualifications

• Creativity, patience and a positive attitude are valued traits in supporting autistic individuals.
• Compassion and calm communication help build trust with the person and their network.
• Willingness to adapt and learn as the service develops across settings.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with the supported person.
• Help the person take part in their chosen activities.
• Continuously develop personalised support plans with the supported person, their support network, and other stakeholders to ensure life goals remain the focus.
• Complete tasks to maintain the home and support with personal care.

Skills

Creativity

Patience

Positive attitude

Compassion

Job description

Autism Practitioner (Support Workers) - Glenrothes, Fife

Fife Services

Glenrothes

Autism Practitioners (Support Workers)

Full Time and Part Time positions available

Pay Scale: Starting at £13.45 per hour, rising to £13.67 after engagement. Opportunity to progress to £14.15 at your own pace.

£107.60 per sleepover

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

Ref: SA1226

Embracing difference, leading change

About us:

At Scottish Autism we acknowledge the specialist support our staff provide to autistic people, therefore those carrying out support work are known as Autism Practitioners. We are committed to supporting over 60 autistic adults across Fife, providing personalised care across a variety of settings. Our services range in their level of complexity and have varying staffing ratios including 1:1 and 2:1 support.

About the Role

We're looking for committed, compassionate, and creative Autism Practitioners to support a young autistic man as he shapes his brand-new service.

This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter in someone's life. You'll work alongside him as he builds his future, explores new opportunities, and develops the confidence and skills to live a fulfilling life.

A full UK driving licence would be beneficial (although not essential), as he enjoys scenic drives and visiting quiet local parks. This is a 2:1 support service, where you'll help him engage in sensory activities at home, develop independent living skills, and build meaningful daily routines. He has a passion for music, enjoys relaxing in his hot tub, and values spending time doing the things that make him happy and comfortable.

If you're someone who brings creativity, patience, and a positive attitude to your support, we'd love to hear from you and help create a service that truly makes a difference.

Key responsibilities:

• Build positive relationships with the supported person
• To support people to take part in their chosen activities.
• Continuously develop personalised support plans with the supported people, their support network, and other stakeholders to ensure their life goals and aspirations are the main focus.
• Complete all tasks necessary to maintain their home and to support with personal care.

As part of your role, you will be required to undertake shift work, including weekends and evenings, so flexibility towards working hours is key.

Why Join Us?

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

• 30 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%)
• Discount platform
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Shift pattern includes days, evenings, sleepovers and weekends. Some contracts have waking nights - ask more for waking night rate and shift pattern.

These 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.

Contact Andrea McComiskie, Services Manager via email [e-mail] for more information.

Closing Date: 11 th September 2026

Information Session: 16 th September 4pm - 5:30pm

Interviews: 18 th September

We value diversity and welcome applications from those with lived experience of autism.

Registered charity number is SC009068