Job Title
Autism Practitioners (Support Workers)
Employer
ECH & Abogados Asociados
Location
Clannalba, ML12 6HP, South Lanarkshire, Scotland, United Kingdom
Reference
SA1109
Pay
Starting at £13.61 per hour, rising to £13.83 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £14.31 at your own pace. Pay details are inclusive of Rural Allowance.
Job Details
Full‑time & Part‑time positions available. Flexibility within contracted hours for suitable candidates.
Key Responsibilities
You will support autistic adults at our Clannalba service, working alongside individuals with a wide range of interests, strengths, and support needs. Your role is to help them live fulfilling lives in a way that works for them.
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. A laid‑back attitude, proactive mindset, and genuine passion for supporting others make you a great fit for this rewarding role.
Key Qualities
* Engaging and able to inspire joy & happiness
* Resilient, with an understanding of transactional stress and reflective practice
* Committed to creating stress‑free, low‑arousal environments
* Willing to work as part of a close‑knit, supportive team, including partnering with families and other professionals
* Motivated to be a part of someone’s life, actively looking for ways to support them to reach their goals and aspirations
* Interested in supporting holistic wellbeing, including getting outdoors & close to nature
* Able to demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning to enhance the lives of those we support
Desirable Criteria
* 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
* Previous work with community‑based settings (e.g. local scout halls or activity groups)
* A full UK driving licence
Benefits
* 30 days holiday pro rata (which increases with the length of service)
* Sector‑leading training from day one, including fully funded support to complete your necessary SVQ
* Non‑contributory life assurance scheme
* Workplace Pension (Employer matched up to 9%)
* Discount platform
* Employee Assistance Programme
Shift Patterns
Typical shift patterns include: 07:45‑15:00, 14:30‑21:45, 21:30‑08:00. You’ll ideally work two weekends per month, giving you a great balance of structure and flexibility.
Closing Date
12th December
Information Session
11th December
Interviews
WC 15th December
Diversity
We value diversity and welcome applications from those with lived experience of autism.
Legal
Registered charity number is SC009068
Contact
For more information, please contact Donna Robertson.
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