Support Worker, Scottish Borders

Autism Initiatives Group; August (CA); On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A rewarding opportunity for Support Workers at Autism Initiatives, with roles available in various locations. Successful candidates will receive training, competitive salary, and substantial benefits, including 31 days of annual leave and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

31 days Annual Leave Entitlement

Birthday off

Ongoing Learning & Development

Opportunity for SVQ Level 3 qualification

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for helping autistic individuals.
• Willingness to register with the PVG and SSSC.

Responsibilities

• Promote health and well-being of individuals supported.
• Encourage independent living.

Skills

Positive attitude

Empathy

Education

No formal experience necessary

Job description

Salary: £27,564.73- £28,562.27 p.a. pro rata Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full TimePart-TimeRelief Job Reference Number: SW/SB/523 Job Location: Scotland Job Area: Across Longnewton, Galashiels, Bowden, Peebles and Hawick Closing Date:13th July 2025

Full-time, Part-time and Relief opportunities available

£27,564.73 – £28,562.27 p.a. pro rata (based on 39 hours per week)

£13.54 per hour for Relief Support Workers

Job Reference: SW/SB/523

We have Support Worker opportunities for individuals to join our:

• Scottish Borders Housing Support Services based in Longnewton near St Boswells
• Scottish Borders Outreach Services – support currently provided across Galashiels, Bowden, Peebles and Hawick.

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 – £13.54 to £14.03 per hour
• Sleepover rate paid at £12.60 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
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 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.

Please note we areunableto sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The Closing Date for completed applications is Sunday 13th July 2025.

Interviews will be held in person throughout late July/August.

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

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Autism Initiatives Group of Companies. Autism Initiatives Group is a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (07120634), registered office Sefton House, Bridle Road, Bootle, Merseyside L30 4XR and is registered as a charity in England and Wales (1170634). A registered charity in Ireland No. CHY17628. Autism Initiatives UK is a registered charity in Scotland - SC040905 in England & Wales - 702632, in Isle of Man - 835 and in Northern Ireland (NIC104641). Company Number: 2436777.