Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) Thistle Service – Maryhill, Glasgow

Scottish Autism; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Glasgow is seeking an Autism Practitioner to enhance the lives of autistic individuals. This role involves building relationships, creating personalized support plans, and encouraging independence through various activities. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, adaptability, and a full UK driving licence. This position offers full-time and part-time opportunities and includes extensive training and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Extensive training and career progression

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for wellbeing and development

Qualifications

• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt in challenging situations.
• Strong observational skills to understand individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships and create support plans.
• Encourage independence and community involvement.
• Support activities like swimming and social outings.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Observational Skills

Job description

Starting at £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.82 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £13.30 at your own pace.

Full Time & Part Time positions available

Reference: SA825

Do you have special skills and interests such as music, art, cooking, or crafting that could enhance the lives of autistic people?

Thistle service is a day service located in Maryhill, Glasgow. Currently supporting 8 autistic people to live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives. We support people to access the service by providing transport and use the service as a base for accessing the local community.

Those we support enjoy a range of activities including a range of sensory experiences, watching films, pampering sessions, local canal walks, swimming, and accessing the community for discos and local restaurants.

As an Autism Practitioner, you’ll:

Build meaningful relationships and create personalised support plans

Encourage independence and community involvement

Support activities like swimming, scenic walks, social outings & more

Work across Housing Support & Outreach services in a varied and fulfilling role

We're Looking For:

Are you resilient, compassionate, and eager to make a difference? We want individuals who:

• Stay calm and can adapt in challenging situations.
• Are patient, understanding, and committed to empowering others.
• Work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Have strong observational skills to understand and respond to individual needs.
• Follow a low-arousal approach to support individuals effectively.
• Are keen to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

Hold a Full UK driving licence.

Extensive training & career progression - whether you're experienced or new to social care

A comprehensive benefits package supporting your wellbeing, learning & development and finances.

See more about our colleague benefits here: https://www.scottishautism.org/jobs/colleague-benefits

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