Senior Autism Support Worker (Housing)

Autism Initiatives Group of Companies; Livingston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sleepover pay (£13.45 per hour)

31 days annual leave

Learning & development

SVQ qualification opportunity

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Autism Initiatives invites applications for a Senior Support Worker in West Lothian Housing Support Services. The post covers Bathgate and Livingston and supports the management team in upholding autism-specific, person-centred practices and service development plans.

You will work with the practice support team to prepare support and communication plans, ensuring consistency across networks. PVG and SSSC registrations are essential, and on-call duties may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a team in a social care setting.
• Knowledge of current legislation and Care Inspectorate requirements.
• PVG scheme and SSSC registration are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the staff team ensuring high standards of support.
• Assist in developing and maintaining person-centred practices.
• Be available for on‑call duties as required.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication

Person-centred care

Job description

Autism Initiatives invites applications for a Senior Support Worker in West Lothian Housing Support Services. The post covers Bathgate and Livingston and supports the management team in upholding autism-specific, person-centred practices and service development plans.

You will work with the practice support team to prepare support and communication plans, ensuring consistency across networks. PVG and SSSC registrations are essential, and on-call duties may be required.