Autism Practitioners (Support Worker)

Orkney

Full-time and Part-time positions available

£14.22 – 14.92 per hour

(£27,362 - £28,709 pro rata, inclusive of £3,120 island allowance)
£100.80 per sleepover

SA1151

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

Embracing Difference, Leading Change

As routines settle and the season shifts, there’s no better moment to explore a new opportunity. Whether you’re returning to work or ready for a fresh challenge, join our team and be part of something rewarding. With flexibility, respect, optimism, and growth at the core of what we do, this could be the perfect time to start your next chapter

Our Orkney team is dedicated to empowering autistic people to live happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives since 2013. Currently supporting 8 autistic people in Kirkwall, we support people to engage in the activities they love and to be a valued part of the community.

Join our team and help us grow! Over the comings months we are hoping to expand our support offering and we’d love to have you on board.

Why Scottish Autism?

Our Autism Practitioners work with a commitment to our values of Collaboration, Compassion, Change Making, and Contribution. Whether you're experienced or new to social care, you'll receive extensive training, support, and opportunities to grow your skills.

As an Autism Practitioner, you will work across Housing Support & Outreach services to:

• Develop personalised support plans and build positive relationships.
• Support individuals in making choices, exploring interests, and to live independently.
• Partner with families and healthcare professionals to focus on each individual’s goals.

Some activities the people we support enjoy:

• Swimming,
• Visiting the lifestyle centre,
• Going out for meals and to local coffee shops,
• Long, scenic walks,
• Attending seasonal events.

 View full Job Description HERE:

What We Offer:

• Join a progressive organisation and develop within a supportive team environment.
• Connect with inspiring individuals, each with unique interests, skills, and talents.
• Thrive in a rewarding role backed by a comprehensive benefits package, covering health and wellbeing, continuous learning, and financial perks - something for everyone.
• See our comprehensive benefits HERE

If you’ve worked with us before and are thinking of coming back to the team why not get in touch, it’s always great to see familiar faces!

Have questions about our opportunities? Contact Orkney Services Manager fozia.latif@scottishautism.org to register for our informal information session on 19th March 2026. 

Apply by 23RD March 2026 to join a team where you can Be Here, Be You, and Create Change.

Interview Date: 24th March 2026

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of autism.

Registered Charity: SC009068

Contact information

Caroline Shirlaw