Autism Support Practitioner

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Waverley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-centered charity in Guildford is seeking an Autism Support Practitioner. This role offers structured training and excellent career progression, including funding for qualifications up to Master’s level. Ideal candidates will have a positive, person-centred mindset and some experience or understanding of autism. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a salary range of £25,000 - £26,000 and additional benefits including a joining bonus and annual leave.

Benefits

£500 joining bonus

Shuttle bus service from Guildford station

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Fully funded qualifications

Qualifications

• Personal or professional experience/understanding of autism and/or learning disabilities.
• Ability to drive or use the company shuttle service from Guildford.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Support adults with autism in a community-based environment.

Skills

Person-centred mindset

Understanding of autism and/or learning disabilities

Enthusiastic and approachable

Willingness to learn

Job description

Overview

Graduate Opportunity - Autism Support Practitioner. If you're a graduate looking to build a rewarding career in autism support with structured training and progression, this is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to join a person-centred, community-based charity making a real difference in the lives of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). You will work directly with individuals, gaining full training and access to excellent career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications up to Master’s level. Join an organisation committed to equality and dedicated to supporting adults with autism to thrive.

Hours and Salary

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm (no evenings, weekends, or sleep-ins)

Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 per annum

Note: you must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Requirements

• A positive, person-centred mindset
• Personal or professional experience/understanding of autism and/or learning disabilities
• Enthusiastic, approachable, and committed to full-time hours
• A great sense of fun and willingness to learn
• Ability to drive or use the company shuttle service from Guildford

Benefits

• £25,000 - £26,000 (DOE) per annum
• £500 joining bonus
• Shuttle bus service from Guildford station directly to the service
• Permanent full-time contract, 37.5 hours per week
• Day shifts only: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday
• Christmas completely off
• Fully funded qualifications and clear career progression, including Master’s-level training to become a qualified Autism Practitioner
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Location

Guildford

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