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Autism Practitioners (Support Workers) - 493708JobsGoPublic

Inverness Part time £13 an hour
Posted 23 October 2026 Closing date 22 November 2026
We last saw this on 3 Nov · check it's still open on the employer's site Closes in 7 days · 22 Nov 2026
Inverness Rail Station (0.2 miles, direct) Boat of Garten (Strathspey Railway) (23.7 miles, direct) Bus Station Stance 1 (0.2 miles, direct)

Autism Practitioners (Support Workers): A-ND Highlands IV2 postcode

Salary: £13.45 - £13.67 per hour

Hours: Part Time, 12-16 hours per week

(inclusive of evening and weekend working, between the hours of 6am & midnight)

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role

The Role

With a variety of hours available, to meet a variety of needs, you will assist in the provision of a high quality, safe, secure, and stimulating environment, offering practical and emotional support to autistic and neurodivergent people of all ages within the community, their homes and education settings. We work with both children and adults. All our staff are carefully matched with the people we support dependent on experience, skills, shared interests and preferences.

You will be part of a caring and motivated team, however, will require the skills and abilities to work on your own initiative. Travel throughout the Highland area will be required, so being a car driver is essential. It is essential you can work creatively, collaboratively and can communicate with children, young people and adults using several channels, as well as colleagues, external professionals, and family members and carers. You will require to have the ability to support people in group settings, on a one-to-one basis, as well as on a two staff to one person we support basis, dependent on individual needs.

Requirements

Full UK Driving Licence essential

Essential: A passion for working with neurodiverse individuals and a commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care and support. Must register with SSSC.

Desirable: Previous experience in a similar role and relevant qualifications, although full training will be provided.

How to Apply

Hit the apply now button below, and a member of our team will be in touch.

Closing Date: 22nd November 2026

We review applications regularly and will contact shortlisted candidates to arrange interview availability

Contact Information: For any inquiries, please reach out to Charlie Spooner at [email protected] or Simone Stewart at [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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