Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners / Nightshift Support Workers Clannalba, Lamington Village, ML12 6HP Pay Scale: Starting at £14.13 per hour, rising to £14.30 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £15.01 at your own pace. Pay detail is inclusive of Rural Allowance. Positions: Full Time and Part Time Reference: SA1110 Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles. Join our dedicated team at Clannalba! We’re currently recruiting Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners to support autistic adults at our Clannalba service. You’ll be working alongside individuals with a wide range of interests, strengths, and support needs - helping them to live fulfilling lives in a way that works for them. At Scottish Autism, we value our Autism Practitioners, providing top-notch training to ensure they deliver high-quality support. This is a fantastic opportunity, even if you're new to the field. About You We’re looking for caring, adaptable, and enthusiastic individuals who can follow the lead of the people they support. You’ll be calm under pressure, able to adjust to changing situations, and enjoy working as part of a team. If you have a laid-back attitude, a proactive mindset, and a genuine passion for supporting others, you could be a great fit for this rewarding role. Responsibilities include: - Creating personalised support plans - Building positive relationships - Collaborating with families and health professionals - Encouraging feelings of safety and promoting rest and sleep - Shift work, including weekends and evenings, is required Desirable Criteria The following skills and experience would be advantageous: - An understanding of wellbeing and human development - Experience or understanding of different communication styles and strategies - An awareness of developmental stages and how to support them - Familiarity with low-arousal approaches - Knowledge of stress and emotional regulation support - A full UK driving licence View the full job description on our website. For an informal chat and more information contact our Clannalba team. Why Join Us? We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package which has something for everyone! See more about our colleague benefits on our website. Please note that due to our location, access to reliable personal transport is highly recommended, as public transport options are limited. 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: 12th December Information Session: 11th December Interviews: WC 15th December Charity No. SC(phone number removed) Be Here, Be You, Create Change