Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners (Nightshift Support Workers)

ECH & Abogados Asociados; Biggar; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners to support a young gentleman at Clannalba. This role offers part-time and full-time positions with flexible hours, focusing on personal care and creating a supportive environment. The ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, calm under pressure, and possess relevant experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

30 days' holiday pro-rata

Sector-leading training from day one

Non-contributory life assurance scheme

Workplace pension (Employer matched up to 9%)

Discount platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care is essential.
• Understanding of developmental stages and low-arousal approaches is preferred.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the wellbeing of a young gentleman with personal care.
• Create a relaxed, low-arousal environment.
• Engage in activities that promote his enjoyment and comfort.

Skills

Experience of providing personal care

Awareness of developmental stages

Familiarity with low-arousal approaches

Knowledge of stress and emotional regulation support

Full UK driving licence

Mature and considered outlook

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Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners (Nightshift Support Workers), Clannalba

Part-time & Full-time positions available with flexible hours for suitable candidates.

Location: ML12 6HP

Reference: SA788

We are currently recruiting Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners to support a good-humoured, young gentleman at Clannalba. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference by supporting someone to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life.

About The Role

This young person enjoys interacting, spending time outdoors, playing ball and on the swings, going on shopping trips, spotting lorries, eating chocolate, and having a laugh! His current support team describe him as having an infectious laugh and a great personality! He enjoys going at his own pace and values having a close relationship with his family.

This person responds best to a trusted team who focus on his support, showing resilience, patience, understanding, compassion, and providing a relaxing, low arousal environment. He requires full support with personal care.

About You

You will play a key role in supporting his wellbeing and creating a relaxed, low-arousal environment to promote rest, as well as supporting him with all aspects of personal care.

We are looking for fun, enthusiastic, and adaptable people who can follow the lead of the person you support. You should be calm under pressure, naturally collaborative, with a laid-back personality, proactive mindset, and caring nature.

We Welcome Applications From Individuals Who Have

• Experience of providing personal care
• An awareness of developmental stages and how to support them
• Familiarity with low-arousal approaches
• Knowledge of stress and emotional regulation support
• A full UK driving licence
• A mature and considered outlook

Benefits

Scottish Autism offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 30 days' holiday pro-rata (increases with length of service)
• Sector-leading training from day one, including fully funded SVQ support
• Non-contributory life assurance scheme
• Workplace pension (Employer matched up to 9%)
• Discount platform
• Employee Assistance Programme

For more information, contact Jennifer Somerville.

Please note that access to reliable personal transport is highly recommended due to limited public transport options.

Closing Date: 4th June 2025.

We value diversity and promote equal opportunities. Applications from people with lived experience of autism are encouraged.