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Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) (AP THISTLE GLASGOW)

Overview

Reference
AP THISTLE GLASGOW

Salary
£12.60 - £13.30/hour

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- Scotland -- Strathclyde -- Glasgow City -- Maryhill

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
31 July 2025


Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) Thistle Service – Maryhill, Glasgow

 

Autism Practitioners (Support Workers)

Thistle Service – Maryhill, Glasgow

Starting at £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.82 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £13.30 at your own pace.

Sleepover rate £100.80

Full Time & Part Time positions available

Reference:  SA825

🎶 Do you have special skills and interests such as music, art, cooking, or crafting that could enhance the lives of autistic people? 🎨

Thistle service is a day service located in Maryhill, Glasgow. Currently supporting 8 autistic people to live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives. We support people to access the service by providing transport and use the service as a base for accessing the local community.

Those we support enjoy a range of activities including a range of sensory experiences, watching films, pampering sessions, local canal walks, swimming, and accessing the community for discos and local restaurants.

🎯 As an Autism Practitioner, you’ll:
✔ 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.


Contact information

Caroline Shirlaw