Autism Practitioners (Support Workers)
West of Scotland Area Services
Renfrewshire
Full Time & Part Time positions available
Pay Scale: Starting at £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.82 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £13.30 at your own pace.
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles
Reference: SA1094
Ready to Drive Change? Join Us in Renfrewshire!
Are you a confident driver with a passion for helping others thrive? Our services are growing fast – with new people to support, it's the perfect time to jump on board! As an Autism Practitioner, you'll enjoy the freedom to work as part of a team, on a 1:1 basis, make meaningful connections and play a key role in transforming lives across the Renfrewshire area. If you're ready to make a real difference – and hit the road doing it – we want to hear from you!
About the Role:
As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting people to achieve their aspirations and lead fulfilling lives. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Developing and implementing personalised support plans tailored to the unique needs of each person.
2. Building positive, trusting relationships with the people you support.
3. Empowering people to make informed choices using their preferred communication methods.
4. Supporting individuals to participate in activities they enjoy, such as day trips, attending local events, shopping, and going on holiday. Practitioners will accompany people to places of interest and shared activities.
5. Assisting with tasks that enable individuals to maintain their homes, including paying bills and making decisions that are important to them.
6. Encouraging and supporting people to live as independently as possible, including developing life skills and providing personal care when needed.
7. Collaborating with each person, their family, support network, and health professionals to provide holistic support.
8. Partnering with stakeholders to ensure each person’s life goals and aspirations are always at the heart of their care.
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Successful applications should:
9. Hold a full UK Driving License for manual vehicles.
10. Be able to work a variety of shifts including weekends and evenings.
11. Prior care experience would be advantageous.
What We Offer:
We can offer flexible shift patterns for these roles with small contracts available to work around your prior commitments.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
12. 30 days holiday (increasing with service)
13. Life assurance scheme
14. Pension (employer matched up to 9%)
15. Discount platform
16. Employee Assistance Program
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For more information or an informal chat please contact Kara Thomson Senior Autism Practitioner, by email: Kara.Morrison@scottishautism.org