Autism Practitioners

Autism Practitioners - Ridgepark, Lanark
£12 - £12.75 per hour / £23,088 - £24,526 pro rata
Full Time, Part Time positions available

Located in Lanark near the town centre, Ridgepark House is a transitional assessment service supporting 8 autistic individuals to develop their skills for the future. Our dedicated team of Autism Practitioners provide personalised support to each person, ensuring their comfort, safety, and holistic well-being. With compassion and respect, we strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive and be independent.

Each individual has a personalised programme of support incorporating consistency and structure specific to their needs. Some activities that the individuals participate in are:

- Long scenic walks
- Swimming
- Bowling
- Baking
- Gardening
- Other planned trips and visits to places of interest

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:

- Developing and implementing personalised support plans tailored to the unique needs of each person.
- Building positive, trusting relationships with the people you support.
- Empowering people to make informed choices using their preferred communication methods.
- 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.
- Assisting with tasks that enable individuals to maintain their homes, including paying bills and making decisions that are important to them.
- Encouraging and supporting people to live as independently as possible, including developing life skills and providing personal care when needed.
- Collaborating with each person, their family, support network, and health professionals to provide holistic support.
- Partnering with stakeholders to ensure each person’s life goals and aspirations are always at the heart of their care.

As part of your role, you will be required to undertake shift work, including weekends and evenings.

What We Offer:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

- 32 days’ holiday (increasing with service)
- Life assurance scheme
- Pension (employer matched up to 9%)
- Discount platform
- Employee Assistance Program

See more about our colleague benefits on our website.

Valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities is at the heart of our vision, mission and values. We encourage and welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism.

Closing Date: 29th November

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