Senior Support Workers

Senior Support Worker, Edinburgh

Salary: £32,201.00 - £34,263.00 per annum

Working Hours:

39 hours per week

• Support the management team in developing and maintaining the organisation’s standards relating to autism specific, person‑centred practices and implementation of the service development plan.
• Liaise with the organisation’s practice support team; assist in the preparation of support and communication plans; ensure consistent practices throughout support networks.
• Assist in the supervision and direction of the staff team and maintain high standards of support in line with the organisation’s quality standards and mission statement.
• Commit to on‑call duties.

• Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the social care sector and the Care Inspectorate requirements.
• Registration with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.

• Competitive Salary
• Sleepover rate paid at £13.45 per hour
• 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays
• Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your role
• Opportunity to undertake relevant SVQ 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

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

Registered Charity No. SC040905

Visit www.autism initiatives.org for more information.