Autism Practitioners; Support Workers

Overview

Scottish Autism is recruiting Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) 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.

Full time and part time positions available – flexibility within contracted hours for suitable candidates.

Pay Scale:
Starting at £13.61 per hour, rising to £13.83 after engagement. Opportunity to progress to £14.31 at your own pace. Pay detail is inclusive of Rural Allowance.

Clannalba, Lamington Village, ML12 6HP

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles.

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.

• 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.

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
• Previous work with community-based settings (e.g. local scout halls or activity groups)
• A full UK driving licence

Scottish Autism offers you:

• 30 days holiday pro rata (which increases with your 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.

For more information, please contact Jennifer Sommerville by email:

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 cover all the costs of PVG membership and SSSC Registration for employees.

Typical Shift Patterns include: 07:45-15:00 | 14:30-21:45

You'll ideally work two weekends per month, giving you a great balance of structure and flexibility.

Closing Date: 12 February 2026

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

Registered charity number is SC009068