Support Worker

1 day ago


Scottish Borders, United Kingdom Autism Initiatives Full time

**Support Workers**

**Scottish Borders**

**Full-time, Part-time and Relief opportunities available**

**£23,472.77 - £24,327.81 p.a. pro rata (based on 39 hours per week)**

**£11.53 per hour for Relief Support Workers**

**Job Reference: SW/SB/272**

Are you looking for a rewarding role?

Do you want an opportunity to make a genuine and positive difference to people’s lives?

Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you

We have Support Worker opportunities for individuals to join our:

- Scottish Borders Housing Support Services based in Longnewton near St Boswells
- Scottish Borders Outreach Services

At Autism Initiatives we provide specialist services tailored to each individual. Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to making a difference to the lives of autistic people, as well as a positive attitude, is key to being successful in this role.

**Benefits of working with us include**:

- Competitive Salary - £11.53 to £11.95 per hour
- Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts
- Sleepover rate paid at £10.50 per hour
- 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays
- Your birthday off every year, to treat yourself
- Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your Support Work role
- Opportunity to undertake SVQ Level 3 qualification
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Auto-enrolment pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Medicash Healthcare Plan

As a Support Worker you will promote the positive health and well-being of the people that you support, enabling them to have a meaningful life and encouraging them to live as independently as possible.

Given the nature of this role, successful applicants must register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.

**How do I apply?**

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

Registered Charity No. SC040905

Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to making a difference to the lives of autistic people, as well as a positive attitude, is key to being successful in this role.


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