Support Worker

Autism Initiatives; Bridge of Earn; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Birthday off

SVQ Level 3

Career progression

Pension

Healthcare plan

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Autism Initiatives in Bridge of Earn is seeking Support Workers for our Bridge of Earn Housing Support Services. We offer full-time and part-time opportunities with a salary of £28,664.06 - £29,702.32 per year (pro rata based on 39 hours per week). PVG and SSSC registration are required.

Benefits include generous leave and pension options. Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to make a difference to autistic people is key.

Qualifications

• Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to support autistic people.
• PVG scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Promote the health and well-being of the people supported and enable them to live as independently as possible.
• Support individuals in Bridge of Earn Housing Support Services, following individual plans.

Job description

Bridge of Earn Housing Support Services

Full-time & Part-time opportunities available

£28,664.06 - £29,702.32 p.a. pro rata (Based on 39 hours per week)

Job Reference: SW-BOE-624

We have a Support Worker opportunities for an individuals to join our Bridge of Earn Housing Support Services.

At Autism Initiatives we provide specialist services tailored to each individual. Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to making a difference to the lives of autistic people, as well as a positive attitude, is key to being successful in this role.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Competitive Salary - £14.08 to £14.59 per hour
• Sleepover rate paid at £13.45 per hour
• 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays
• Your birthday off every year, to treat yourself!
• Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your Support Work role
• Opportunity to undertake SVQ Level 3 qualification
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Medicash Healthcare Plan
• Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

As a Support Worker you will promote the positive health and well-being of the people that you support, enabling them to have a meaningful life and encouraging them to live as independently as possible.

Given the nature of this role, successful applicants must register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.

The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 3rd September 2026.

Interviews will be held in September 2026.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Registered Charity No. SC040905

INDSP

www.autisminitiatives.org