Senior Support Worker — Autism-Centred Care Lead

Autism Initiatives Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in City of Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join its Madelvic Housing Support Services team. The role involves supporting management in developing autism-specific practices, preparing support plans, and leading a team to maintain high standards. Candidates must have knowledge of social care regulations and commit to on-call duties. The position offers training opportunities, 31 days of annual leave, and additional benefits such as employee assistance programs and discounts.

Benefits

Sleepover rate paid at £12.60 per hour

31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays

Ongoing Learning & Development

Opportunity to undertake relevant SVQ qualification

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card Membership for discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in supervision and direction of a staff team.
• Ability to assist in preparing support and communication plans.
• Knowledge of autism specific, person-centered practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in developing standards.
• Assist in the preparation of support and communication plans.
• Maintain high standards of support in line with quality standards.

Skills

Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the social care sector

Ability to support management in developing standards

Commitment to on-call duties

Education

Qualification to register with PVG and SSSC

Job description

A non-profit organization in City of Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Support Worker to join its Madelvic Housing Support Services team. The role involves supporting management in developing autism-specific practices, preparing support plans, and leading a team to maintain high standards. Candidates must have knowledge of social care regulations and commit to on-call duties. The position offers training opportunities, 31 days of annual leave, and additional benefits such as employee assistance programs and discounts.