Support Practitioner: Meaningful Autism Care & Training in Dundee

Looking for a new job that's packed with satisfaction you'd struggle to find anywhere else? You're in luck as we have some great opportunities to join our amazing #TeamLanglands in Dundee. We have full‑time, part‑time and relief hours available.

You’ll become part of a dedicated team who supports individuals who have autism to live in their own homes. Their homes are all situated in the same housing support complex, so there will be no travel to other support locations while on shift. You’ll build a genuine relationship with each individual and be part of moments that really matter; whether it’s providing support to cook a meal, achieve a goal, try something new or just feel understood.

In addition to supporting the individuals with all aspects of their daily living, you’ll also support them with their hobbies and interests too, including football, going to the gym, walking groups, karaoke, arts and crafts and even going on trips away for the night. Being a Support Practitioner is more than just a job, there’s no better feeling than going home after every shift knowing that you’ve made a positive difference in someone’s life.

Why you’ll love this job:

• You’ll have a job that actually matters
• You’ll build meaningful relationships
• You’ll feel proud of what you do
• You’ll see the difference you make in someone’s confidence, independence and happiness
• We’ll provide full paid training, no experience is needed
• You’re not just a number here; we have a supportive culture
• Every day is different, no two shifts are ever the same
• You can be yourself and be proud of what you do
• There are opportunities to grow and develop if you want to
• We’ll fund your yearly SSSC registration fees

About you:

Although it would be great if you already have knowledge and understanding of Autism, here at Cornerstone, we recruit on values and transferable skills; we’re more interested in what you as a person will bring to our team. We’ll pay you for your training and will even fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and yearly SSSC registration fees too!

What we need you to bring:

• A caring attitude and approach
• Good communication skills
• An understanding of the importance of following guidelines and routines
• A positive approach to learning
• Confidence in the use of computers
• The ability to cook
• Confidence in going in the water as swimming will be a regular activity

Shift Patterns:

As we’re dedicated to providing around the clock support tailored to the needs of each individual, shift patterns range from early shifts, late shifts, weekends, sleepovers, waking nights and public holidays.

What makes Cornerstone a great place to work:

• You’ll have a meaningful job doing things that you enjoy – it often doesn’t feel like work
• Your job actually changes and improves lives – you’ll make a difference in your local community
• We have a culture of empowering our colleagues and teamwork
• No uniform – we wear our own casual clothes
• We fund up to £500 towards driving lessons
• We reimburse your yearly SSSC registration fees
• Access to funded qualifications through our SQA approved, award‑winning Training Academy
• Ongoing continued professional development and career progression opportunities
• Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
• Long service awards
• Access to a 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
• 26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
• Family‑friendly leave options, including family, parental, bereavement and special leave
• Access to lots of discounts, including the cinema, gym memberships, holidays and shopping to name a few

We are looking to fill these vacancies as soon as possible, so reserve the right to close our advert early if we find suitable candidates before the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and be committed to working towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with the support from our Training Academy. If you’re successful in joining our team, we will need you to register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting your employment with us. Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.

Please note – If you have spent more than 12 months out with the UK (excluding France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania or Spain) within the last 10 years while over the age of 18, you will be asked to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant government/police authority as part of our pre‑employment checks.