Support Worker

Support Worker Melrose, Scotland

Autism Initiatives Scotland
Full Time Melrose, Scotland 11.53 - 11.95 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

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/310

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 – support currently provided across the following locations: Kelso, Newstead, Galashiels, Peebles and Hawick.

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

· 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

· Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

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?

If you are interested in joining our team, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Full details and how to apply can be found on our website:

https://autisminitiativesjobs.org/jobs/support-worker-310

If you require any support with the application process, or you wish to request an application form be sent to you, please contact Joanna Dickinson on 0131 551 7260.

The closing date for completed applications is Friday 10th March 2023 at 12 noon.

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

www.autisminitiatives.org

Registered Charity No. SC040905

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 24-39 per week

Salary: £11.53-£11.95 per hour

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Sick pay

Shift:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Melrose: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 10/03/2023
Reference ID: SW/SB/310

Support Worker
Autism Initiatives Scotland

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