Autism Initiatives
Support Worker
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Perth Outreach Support Services
Full-time at 39 hours per week
£28,664.06 - £29,702.32 p.a. pro rata
Job Reference: SW-PO-620
About the Role
We have a Support Worker opportunity for an individual to join our Perth Outreach Support 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.
We currently provide support across the following locations: Perth, Crieff, Auchterarder, Kinross, and Blairgowrie. Ability to commute independently (full licence and access to vehicle) is desirable.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary - £14.08 to £14.59 per hour
- Sleepover rate paid at £13.45 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
- Medicash Healthcare Plan
- Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts
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Responsibilities
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.
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How to 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.
If you require support with the application process or have any difficulties with our online application form, please get in touch by completing an expression of interest online or contacting the Recruitment Team on 0131 551 7260 and we can send an application pack to you by email or post.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
The closing date for completed applications is Sunday 9 August 2026.
Interviews will be held in mid/late August.
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.
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