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Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) – Lanark

£12.00 - £12.75 per hour / £23,088 - £24,526 pro rata

Full Time, Part Time positions available

Reference: SA714

Do you have a good sense of humour? Are you an experienced and committed care worker? If so, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!

Currently supporting 3 autistic adults, we encourage and empower each person to access opportunities that they love including:

- Attending social clubs & pub nights
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Shopping
- Trampolining

Each person has their own personalised programme of support incorporating consistency and structure, specific to their needs

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:

- 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.

To view the full job description, visit our website.

Full UK Driving License is desirable.

What We Offer:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package which has something for everyone!

See more about our colleague benefits on our website.

As part of your role, you will be required to undertake shift work, including weekends, evenings, so flexibility towards working hours is key.

There is so much potential within this role to plan and support people to have exciting and meaningful opportunities within their lives. We need a creative team who have a passion to support people to achieve their dreams and aspirations.

Closing Date: 10th December 2024

Valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities is at the heart of our vision, mission and values. We encourage and welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism.

Be Here, Be You, Create Change

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