Autism Support Worker

About the Role

Are you a compassionate, dedicated individual looking to make a meaningful impact in the care sector? We are currently recruiting for Full Time Support Workers to join an established, specialist care provider in Lamington, South Lanarkshire.

This role focuses on supporting individuals with autism to live fulfilling, independent lives in a supportive residential setting. This is a brilliant temp to perm opportunity, as you will start as an agency worker via Randstad Care with a clear pathway to transition into a permanent staff member within just 3 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering person centred care and support tailored to individuals on the autism spectrum.
• Assisting supported individuals with daily living tasks, personal development, and community outings.
• Promoting independence, dignity, and active involvement in choices.
• Working flexibly across a rotation of early, late, and weekend shifts, with optional sleepover duties available.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for care and a person centred approach (experience in autism support is desirable, but attitude and values are key).
• Full UK Driving Licence & vehicle access (essential due to the rural setting in Lamington).
• Willingness to register with the SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council) and undergo PVG clearance.

What Randstad Care Can Offer:

• Access to FREE e-learning modules + training to help grow your care knowledge
• Access to Tablet/mobile app to pick up additional shifts and boost your earnings!
• Excellent candidate referral scheme worth up to 550
• Free uniform & ID badge
• SSSC Endorsement
• Fully funded PVG

Additional Perks Upon Going Permanent:

• Competitive Salary: 24,000 to 28,000 per annum.
• Sleepover Allowance: Generous 100 supplement per sleepover shift.
• Job Security: Clear, guaranteed career progression path within a highly respected care service.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your care career with a supportive team and excellent rewards, please apply directly to this job advert or email your CV to .

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

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