Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners; Support Workers - Clannalba

About the Role

We’re currently recruiting Waking Night shift 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 and provide top‑notch training to ensure they deliver high‑quality support.

This is a fantastic opportunity, even if you’re new to the field.

• 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.

• 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

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.

For an informal chat and more information contact Jennifer Somervile: #####

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package which has something for everyone! See more about our colleague benefits HERE.

Please note that due to our location, access to reliable personal transport is highly recommended, as public transport options are limited.

This post is subject to a PVG Disclosure check. All new employees must have applied to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of starting in post and be registered within 6 months. Scottish Autism covers all the costs of PVG membership and SSSC registration for employees.

Typical Shift Patterns include: 21:30‑08:00. You’ll ideally work two weekends per month, giving you a great balance of structure and flexibility.

We value diversity and welcome applications from those with lived experience of autism.

Closing Date: 12th February 2026

Charity No. SC009068

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