Autism Support Practitioner — Flexible Weekend Roles & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday pro rata (increasing)

Fully funded SVQ training

Non-contributory life assurance

Workplace Pension (Employer matched up

Discount platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Scottish Autism invites applications for Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) in the South West Area covering Carluke, Lanark, Biggar and Lamington. The role offers full or part-time contracts with weekends, a starting pay of £13.45 per hour and progression to £14.15 per hour, plus a sleepover rate of £107.60.

Join a dedicated team supporting over 30 autistic people across Biggar, Lanark, Carluke and residential services.

Qualifications

• Holding a full UK Driving License is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• 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 inclusion, support with household chores. Required support may include personal care.

Job description

Scottish Autism invites applications for Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) in the South West Area covering Carluke, Lanark, Biggar and Lamington. The role offers full or part-time contracts with weekends, a starting pay of £13.45 per hour and progression to £14.15 per hour, plus a sleepover rate of £107.60.

Join a dedicated team supporting over 30 autistic people across Biggar, Lanark, Carluke and residential services.