Autism Support Worker

Autism Support Worker 
Alloa, Clackmannanshire 

Are you an empathetic and supportive individual looking to make the most of your natural skills? Could you thrive in a career where you support individuals and children who need your help? If so, read on. 

Who are we? 

Scottish Autism is an organisation dedicated to enriching the lives of people with autism. We are now seeking an Autism Support Worker to join our team at New Struan School in Alloa. 

New Struan School, part of Scottish Autism, has been leading the way in the delivery of specialist education for children and young people with autism for over 35 years. As an Autism Support Worker, you will have the chance to contribute towards our vision of enabling our pupils to become included, confident learners in the community. 

The Benefits 

- A competitive salary from £15,873 for a 37 hour week (£8.25 per hour + additional payments for overtime, sleepovers and waking night shifts) 
- A defined contribution pension scheme 
- 32 days’ holiday (which increases with your length of service) 
- Childcare vouchers, saving you over £933 per year 
- HSF health cash plan, for a monthly premium (from £7.75) you and your family can claim back expenses for dental, optical and other health care expenses 
- Sector leading training from day one, including fully funded support to complete your necessary SVQ Level 3 

At Scottish Autism, we are considered to be one of the leading innovators in autism practice in the UK. As such, we offer a unique environment in which to develop your skills and enhance your career whilst enabling individuals to lead more productive and engaging lives. 

New Struan School has been designed by the parent of an autistic child and is the perfect mix of safety, stimulation and friendly learning. Everything from the architectural elements through to light, colour and noise have been taken into account to maximise sensory processing and the comfort of our pupils. 

With a number of shift patterns on offer, including part-time work, weekend work and night-time support, you will find that you can fit your other commitments around a career with us. This role offers a challenge and isn’t your average desk based, office job, you will be supported through qualifications and will be enabled to attain your PVG membership prior to commencing your role. 

What will you be doing? 

On a day-to-day basis, as an Autism Support Worker, you will work within our school environment directly with children with autism. 

Specifically, your role will involve: 

- Making a positive impact on peoples’ lives 
- Providing a safe and nurturing environment for individuals with autism 
- Using your skills and talents to enrich peoples’ lives and help them to achieve their goals 
- Empowering individuals to develop their talents 
- Enabling individuals with Autism to engage with their local communities 

About You 

To be considered you will not need any prior experience as full, in-depth training will be provided, however we are looking for people who share our values. As such, you will need: 

- Honesty 
- Empathy 
- Team work 
- Innovation 
- Resilience 
- Flexibility – we need staff who can work flexibly over 7 days 
- Reliability 

Other roles you may be interested in could include Trainee Support Worker, Junior Care Worker, Trainee Carer, Care Assistant, or Personal Care Assistant. 

Other organisations may title this role Junior Social Care Worker, Trainee Social Worker, Junior Autism Support Worker, Trainee Autism Support Worker, Behavioural Support Worker, or Classroom Support Worker. 

The working hours for this role are flexible with day shifts running from 7.30am – 3.30pm, back shifts from 2.30pm – 10.45pm and sleepovers running from 11pm – 7.30am. There is a mixture of days shifts and back shift available across all seven days. 

The closing date for this role is the 4th May. 

At Scottish Autism, valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities is at the heart of our vision, mission and values. 

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