Job Description

Salary:

27,564.73 - 28,562.27

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Job Reference Number:

WNSW/EL/520

Job Location:

Scotland

Job Area:

Prestonpans

Closing Date:

25th June 2025



Are you looking for a rewarding role at night?



Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you!

Waking Night Support Worker, East Lothian Support Services

27,564.73 - 28,562.27 p.a.

39 hours per week

Job Reference: WNSW/EL/520

We have Waking Night Support Worker opportunities for individuals to join our East Lothian Housing Support Teams based in Prestonpans.



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.



As a Waking Night Support Worker you will be working alongside the people that you support to develop their independence, by supporting their communication and enabling them to make their own choices. You will be responsible for providing support throughout the night, undertaking routines of the service including household tasks and administrative procedures.

Benefits of working with us include:

Competitive Salary -

13.54 to 14.03 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 Waking Night 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.



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