Support Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Sleepover rate £13.45/hr

31 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Learning & development

SVQ Level 3 qualification

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension / Auto-enrolment

Medicash healthcare

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Autism Initiatives is seeking a Support Worker to join Bridge of Earn Housing Support Services. The role supports people to live as independently as possible, promoting health and well-being and enabling meaningful daily activities.

The post offers full-time and part-time options, with a pro rata salary of £28,664.06–£29,702.32 per year based on 39 hours/week. PVG and SSSC registrations are required; closing date 2026-11-22.

Qualifications

• Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to helping autistic people is key.
• Must register with PVG scheme and SSSC or equivalent regulatory body.

Responsibilities

• Promote the health and well-being of those supported and help them live more independently.
• Support individuals to have meaningful lives and participate in daily activities.

Job description

Support Worker

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-634

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.

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

The closing date for completed applications is Sunday 22nd November 2026.

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

Registered Charity No. SC040905

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