Autism Practitioners, Biggar

Autism Practitioners / Support Workers – Clannalba - ML12 6HP

Salary: £13.01 - £13.76 per hour / £25,038 - £26,476 pro rata (incl. Rural Allowance)

Positions: Full & Part Time

Reference: SA692

Join our dedicated team at Clannalba, near Biggar, supporting nine autistic adults in a vibrant, scenic environment. We're looking for creative individuals who share our values: Collaboration, Compassion, Change Makers, and Contribution.

At Scottish Autism, we value our Autism Practitioners, providing top-notch training to ensure they deliver high-quality support. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to specialise in autism care, even if you're new to the field. Experience in social care is desirable but not essential—just a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities include:

• Creating personalised support plans
• Building positive relationships
• Collaborating with families and health professionals
• Encouraging independence, community involvement, and personal development
• Shift work, including weekends and evenings, is required.

To view the full job description, copy and paste the following into your browser:

https://www.scottishautism.org/sites/default/files/autism_practitioner.pdf

For an informal chat and more information contact Jennifer Somerville via Jennifer.Somerville@scottishautism.org

What we offer:

• 32 days holiday (pro rata, increasing with length of service)
• Fully funded SVQ and training
• Life assurance & pension (employer matched up to 9%)
• Employee discount platform & assistance programme
• HSF Cash Plan with over 30 ways to save on every day healthcare costs including dental, optical and physiotherapy.

Posts are subject to PVG Disclosure and SSSC registration (costs covered).

We value diversity and welcome applications from those with lived experience of autism.

Closing Date: 20th October 2024

Charity No. SC009068

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