Waking Nightshift Autism Practitioners / Nightshift Support Workers 

Lothian – Haddington Home Support 

Full Time & Part Time Positions available 

Pay Scale: Starting at £14.13 per hour, rising to £14.30 after probation. Opportunity to progress to £15.01 at your own pace. Pay detail is inclusive of Rural Allowance. 

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post 

 Reference:  SA1118

Looking for a fresh start this New Year? Join Scottish Autism’s Edinburgh & The Lothian’s Haddington team supporting two individuals to maintain their tenancies and accessing community opportunities. Our person-centred approach focuses on promoting independence, providing personal and household support and care, building confidence, and supporting positive mental health and wellbeing. We aim to empower people to lead fulfilling lives within their communities. 

Why Join Us? 
At Scottish Autism, we value the specialist care our staff provide, offering outstanding training and a supportive environment. Whether you're experienced in social care or new to the field, this role provides a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully. 

“I feel supported by my line manager in my role” Autism Practitioner. 

Autism Practitioners will work as part of the team to:  

• Develop personalised support plans for the supported individual. 
• Building positive relationships with the supported individual. 
• Work in partnership with the supported individual, their family, health professionals.  
• Work with stakeholders to ensure the supported individual’s life goals and aspirations are at the centre of their support.  

 On a day-to-day basis, Autism Practitioners enable supported individuals: 

• To take part in their chosen activities 
• To help maintain their tenancies and support them to make the decisions that matter to them 
• Required support will include personal care, promoting independence and active citizenship, community inclusion, support with household chores etc.   
• Encouraging feelings of safety and promoting rest and sleep 

View the full job description HERE 

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

“I love my workplace; the organisation values are displayed on the walls which promotes a positive working environment.” Staff member. 

Scottish Autism offers you: 

Staff wellbeing is priority, and we strive to ensure all colleagues feel valued and supported at work. 

We provide an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary and a personalised learning pathway for all. 

We keep it simple with 3 pay points. You progress at your pace as you develop. We benchmark regularly to ensure the rates are competitive.  

• 30 days holiday pro rata (which increases with your length of service) 
• Sector leading training from day one, including fully funded support to complete your necessary SVQ 
• Non-contributory life assurance scheme 
• Workplace Pension (Employer matched up to 9%) 
• Discount platform 
• Employee Assistance Programme. 

These posts are subject to a PVG Disclosure check. All new employees must have applied to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 3 months of starting in post, and be registered within 6 months. Scottish Autism cover all the costs of PVG membership and SSSC Registration for employees. 

For more information, or to register for the information session please contact:  

Claire.L.Macdonald@scottishautism.org or sa.lothian@scottishautism.org  

Closing Date: 23rd January 

Information Session: 13th January 

Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this post 

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

Registered charity number is SC009068

Contact information

Caroline Shirlaw