Autism Support Worker — Part-Time, Flexible Hours, Travel

Scottish Autism; Tain; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Scottish Autism is seeking Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) in the Highlands to provide high quality, safe and stimulating support for autistic and neurodivergent people across community, home and education settings. You will work with children and adults, using multiple channels to communicate and adapt to individual needs.

Travel across the Highland area is required; a Full UK Driving Licence is essential. Closing date applies; training will be provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence essential.
• Passion for working with neurodiverse individuals and a commitment to person-centred care.
• Must register with SSSC.
• Desirable: previous experience and relevant qualifications; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a high quality, safe, secure and stimulating environment with practical and emotional support for autistic and neurodivergent people of all ages.
• Work with both children and adults across community, homes and education settings; matched to individuals' needs.
• Communicate effectively with children, young people, adults, families, carers and external professionals; work independently or with a team; travel across the Highland area.

Skills

Driving Licence

Empathy

Communication

Education

SSSC registration

Job description

Scottish Autism is seeking Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) in the Highlands to provide high quality, safe and stimulating support for autistic and neurodivergent people across community, home and education settings. You will work with children and adults, using multiple channels to communicate and adapt to individual needs.

Travel across the Highland area is required; a Full UK Driving Licence is essential. Closing date applies; training will be provided where needed.