Autism Practitioner (Support Worker)

Lanark Source: WhatJobs

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Pay Scale: Starting at £13.45 per hour, rising to £ 14.15 at your own pace

Full Time & Part Time positions available

Weekend only contracts available

Reference: SA 12 39

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles

Looking for a career that truly makes a difference?

Join our South West team, supporting more than 30 autistic people across Biggar, Lanark and Carluke , as well as individuals living in our residential services in Lamington and Lanark , to lead fulfilling and independent lives. Every day brings something new and rewarding.

Be part of a team that encourages potential, champions inclusion, and supports autistic people to access the opportunities that matter most to them .

You :

Develop , review and implement personalised support plans for the supported individual ,
Build positive relationships with the supported individua l and their circles of support.
Work collaboratively to ensure the supported individual’s life goals and aspirations are at the centre of their support.
Support individuals t o take part in their chosen activities , and access local community opportunities,
H elp maintain their tenancies and support them to make the decisions that matter to them.
P romote independence and active citizenship, community inclusin, s upport with household chores . Required support may include personal care .

Holding a full UK Driving License is advantageous .

We recognise that flexibility looks different for everyone. That's why many of our services offer predictable rolling rotas, helping you plan ahead with confidence. This role includes weekend working as a core part of the support we provide.

Scottish Autism offers you:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for our colleagues including:

3 0 days holiday pro rata (increas ing 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.

These posts are subject to a PVG Disclosure check.

We review applications regularly and will contact shortlisted candidates as quickly as possible

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