Autism Practitioners (Support Workers)

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Scottish Autism .This range is provided by Scottish Autism. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeFull-time and Part-time positions available£14.22 – 14.92 per hour(£27,362 - £28,709 pro rata, inclusive of £3,120 island allowance)SA1077As routines settle and the season shifts, there’s no better moment to explore a new opportunity. Whether you’re returning to work or ready for a fresh challenge, join our team and be part of something rewarding. With flexibility, respect, optimism, and growth at the core of what we do, this could be the perfect time to start your next chapter.Our Orkney team is dedicated to empowering autistic people to live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives since 2013. Currently supporting 8 autistic people in Kirkwall, we support people to engage in the activities they love and to be a valued part of the community.Join our team and help us grow! Over the comings months we are hoping to expand our support offering and we’d love to have you on board.Why Scottish Autism?Our Autism Practitioners work with a commitment to our values of Collaboration, Compassion, Change Making, and Contribution. Whether you''re experienced or new to social care, you''ll receive extensive training, support, and opportunities to grow your skills.As an Autism Practitioner, you will work across Housing Support and Outreach services to:Develop personalised support plans and build positive relationships.Support individuals in making choices, exploring interests, and to live independently.Partner with families and healthcare professionals to focus on each individual’s goals.Some activities the people we support enjoy:SwimmingVisiting the lifestyle centreGoing out for meals and to local coffee shopsLong, scenic walksAttending seasonal eventsView the full job description

HEREWhat We Offer:Join a progressive organisation and develop within a supportive team environment.Connect with inspiring individuals, each with unique interests, skills, and talents.Thrive in a rewarding role backed by a comprehensive benefits package, covering health and wellbeing, continuous learning, and financial perks - something for everyone.See more about our colleague benefits HEREIf you’ve worked with us before and are thinking of coming back to the team why not get in touch, it’s always great to see familiar faces!Have questions about our opportunities?

If you’d like to register for our informal information session, contact Julie.Byers@scottishautism.org.Apply by

3rd September

to join a team where you can

Be Here, Be You, and Create Change.We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of autism.Registered Charity: SC009068Seniority level

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