Job Description

Salary:

27,564.73- 28,562.27 p.a. pro rata

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full TimePart-TimeRelief

Job Reference Number:

SW/SB/523

Job Location:

Scotland

Job Area:

Across Longnewton, Galashiels, Bowden, Peebles and Hawick

Closing Date:

13th July 2025

Support Workers

Scottish Borders - Housing & Outreach

Full-time, Part-time and Relief opportunities available

27,564.73 - 28,562.27 p.a. pro rata (based on 39 hours per week)

13.54 per hour for Relief Support Workers

Job Reference: SW/SB/523

We have Support Worker opportunities for individuals to join our:


Scottish Borders Housing Support Services based in Longnewton near St Boswells Scottish Borders Outreach Services - support currently provided across Galashiels, Bowden, Peebles and Hawick.

At Autism Initiatives we provide specialist services tailored to each individual. Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to making a difference to the lives of autistic people, as well as a positive attitude, is key to being successful in this role.

Benefits of working with us include:

Competitive Salary -

13.54 to 14.03 per hour

Sleepover rate paid at 12.60 per hour 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays Your birthday off every year, to treat yourself! Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your Support Work role Opportunity to undertake SVQ Level 3 qualification Career Progression Opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Auto-enrolment pension scheme Medicash Healthcare Plan Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

As a Support Worker you will promote the positive health and well-being of the people that you support, enabling them to have a meaningful life and encouraging them to live as independently as possible.



Given the nature of this role, successful applicants must register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.



Please note we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The Closing Date for completed applications is Sunday 13th July 2025.

Interviews will be held in person throughout late July/August.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.