Options Autism are hiring Young Adult Support Worker in the Perth region!
Role: Young Adult Autism Support Worker
Salary: Up to £27,831.68 per annum depending on experience
Location: Falkland House School Perth, Fairmount Terrace, Perth, PH2 7AR
Hours: Permanent, 38 hours per week
Shifts: A mixture of 07:30‑14:30, 14:00‑22:00 and 07:30‑22:00 shifts Monday to Sunday on a set rota pattern.
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
Are you looking for a career where every day has purpose, every achievement matters, and the support you give can genuinely transform a young person’s future? At Falkland House School Perth, we’re looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Young Adult Autism Support Workers. You don’t need previous experience — just the passion to help young adults with autism live happy, fulfilling and independent lives. This is more than a job. It’s the start of an exciting and rewarding career with outstanding training, development and progression opportunities.
About the role
As a Young Adult Autism Support Worker, you’ll build positive, trusting relationships with young adults, supporting them to develop independence, confidence and life skills. Every day is different — from helping someone engage in education or community activities, to supporting healthy routines, encouraging social interaction and celebrating important milestones. You’ll work creatively and compassionately, learning about each young person’s interests, strengths and goals to provide truly personalised support.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting young adults with autism in their daily lives and routines
* Encouraging independence, confidence and social engagement
* Supporting education, college placements and community activities
* Building strong, positive relationships based on trust and understanding
* Helping young adults develop life skills and healthy habits
* Creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment
* Promoting wellbeing, safety and positive outcomes every day
Who are we looking for?
* Patient, calm and resilient
* Friendly, approachable and compassionate
* Passionate about helping young people thrive
* Reliable and committed to making a difference
* Able to build trust and positive relationships
* Motivated to learn and develop your skills
Why join Options Autism?
* We are a values‑driven organisation that puts people first
* We provide continuous professional development to take your career further
* Funded accredited courses to develop your career
* Discounted gym membership and shopping vouchers
* We build our bonds through a great social events calendar
* Our Your Wellbeing Matters initiative provides total support
* Our Employees Rewards Hub offers great rewards such as discount vouchers
* Earn £1000 by referring a friend
* Further earning potential through sleep‑ins and overtime
About us
Am Bruach service offers accommodation for five young adults, at a transition‑focused person‑centred provision in Perth, Scotland. The service is situated just minutes walk from the city centre in an idyllic location overlooking the Tay and Perth. Specialising in providing care to young adults aged between 16 to 23 years old with Autism and/or ADHD. The accommodation is split across a self‑contained annexe for two young adults and a house for three young adults. We are part of Options Autism and promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Options Autism provide education and care across a number of schools and residential care homes nationally, aiming to empower vulnerable young people in the UK to build their futures.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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