Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) - West of Scotland, Glasgow

Autism Practitioners (Support Workers)

West of Scotland Area Services

Springbank - Glasgow

Full Time and Part Time positions available – can discuss options

Pay Scale: Starting at £13.45 per hour, rising to £13.67 after engagement.Opportunity to progress to £14.15 at your own pace.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for these roles

Reference: SA1213

Embracing difference, leading change

Spring into a Fresh Opportunity at Springbank!

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real impact? Join our dedicated team at Springbank, a warm and welcoming housing support service in Glasgow. We support two incredible gentlemen to live happy, fulfilling lives, and we’re looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to help them thrive. This post is a good opportunity for those with a generic support worker experience to specialise.

🎯 The Role:
✔ Build meaningful relationships and create personalised support plans
✔ Encourage independence and community involvement
✔ Support activities like swimming, scenic walks, social outings & more
✔ Work across Housing Support & Outreach services in a varied and fulfilling role

🔍We're Looking For:

Are you resilient, compassionate, and eager to make a difference? We want individuals who:

• Stay calm and can adapt in challenging situations.
• Are patient, understanding, and committed to empowering others.
• Work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Have strong observational skills to understand and respond to individual needs.
• Follow a low-arousal approach to support individuals effectively.
• Are keen to learn and grow in a supportive environment.
• Hold a Full UK driving licence.

View the full job description HERE

💡 Why Scottish Autism?

🔹 A values-driven organisation - Collaboration, Compassion, Change Making, Contribution
🔹 Extensive training & career progression - whether you're experienced or new to social care
🔹 A comprehensive benefits package supporting your wellbeing, learning & development and finances.

🌟 Join us and be part of something amazing!

See more about our colleague benefits HERE

💻 Want to learn more about life at Scottish Autism? Join our online information session on 24^th July 2026

Shift times vary and include: 7:45am – 3pm, 3pm - 9pm, 12pm – 6pm and 11am – 2pm and waking night shifts.

For more information contact Services Manager May O’Donnell via email May.Odonnell@scottishautism.org

Closing Date: 24^th July 2026

Information session: 24^th July 2026

Interviews: 27^th July 2026

We encourage and welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism.

Be Here, Be You, and Create Change.

Valuing diversity and promoting equal opportunities is at the heart of our vision, mission and values.

Registered Charity: SC009068