Autism Practitioner; Support Workers

Job Title

Autism Practitioner (Support Workers) - Haddington

Scottish Autism

Starting at £13.61 per hour, rising to £13.83 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £14.31 at your own pace (inclusive of rural allowance).

At Scottish Autism, we value the specialist care our staff provide, offering outstanding training and a supportive environment. Whether you’re experienced in social care or new to the field, this role provides a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully.

• Develop personalised support plans for the supported individual.
• Build positive relationships with the supported individual.
  
  Work in partnership with the supported individual, their family, and health professionals.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure the supported individual’s life goals and aspirations are at the centre of their support.

• Enable supported individuals to take part in their chosen activities.
• Help maintain their tenancies and support them to make the decisions that matter to them.
• Provide required support that includes personal care, promoting independence, active citizenship, community inclusion, and support with household chores.
• Support individuals to access and engage in their local community and take part in activities of their choice.

As part of your role, you will be required to undertake shift work, including weekends, evenings and on-call duties. Flexibility towards working hours is key.

We encourage and welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism.

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

Closing Date: 23rd January

Information Session: 13th January

Valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities is at the heart of our vision, mission and values.

Registered charity number is SC009068

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post