Autism Practitioners

Autism Practitioners - Orkney
New Year, New Career
Become an Autism Practitioner in Orkney
Full-time and Part-time positions available

£13.62 - £14.37 per hour
(£26,208 - £27,646 pro rata, inclusive of £3,120 island allowance)
£96 per sleepover

SA 726

Are you ready for a fresh start in 2025? So are we

With flexibility, respect, optimism and growth leading the way, we’d love for you to be part of this exciting new chapter

Our Orkney team is dedicated to empowering autistic people to live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives since 2013. Currently supporting 8 autistic people in Kirkwall, we support people to engage in the activities they love and to be a valued part of the community.

Join our team and help us grow Over the comings months we are hoping to expand our support offering and we’d love to have you on board.

Why Scottish Autism?

Our Autism Practitioners work with a commitment to our values of Collaboration, Compassion, Change Making, and Contribution. Whether you're experienced or new to social care, you'll receive extensive training, support, and opportunities to grow your skills.

As an Autism Practitioner, you will work across Housing Support & Outreach services to:

- Develop personalised support plans and build positive relationships.
- Support individuals in making choices, exploring interests, and to live independently.
- Partner with families and healthcare professionals to focus on each individual’s goals.

Some activities the people we support enjoy:

- Swimming,
- Visiting the lifestyle centre,
- Going out for meals and to local coffee shops,
- Long, scenic walks,
- Attending seasonal events.

What We Offer:

- Join a progressive organisation and develop within a supportive team environment.
- Connect with inspiring individuals, each with unique interests, skills, and talents.
- Thrive in a rewarding role backed by a comprehensive benefits package, covering health and wellbeing, continuous learning, and financial perks—something for everyone.

See more about our colleague benefits on our website.

Employee Insights:

"Working for Scottish Autism has been the most rewarding and fulfilling job. The people we support and the team are incredible. No two days are the same, and the management is always supportive." – Current Autism Practitioner, Orkney.

If you’ve worked with us before and are thinking of coming back to the team, why not get in touch, it’s always great to see familiar faces For informal inquiries, contact Liza Mccrorie, Regional Manager.

Apply by Friday 13th December to join a team where you can Be Here, Be You, and Create Change.

Interviews: Tuesday 17th December

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of autism.

Registered Charity: SC(phone number removed)

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