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Edinburgh and Lothian Services

Offering residential care, outreach and housing support for autistic people across Edinburgh.

Autism Practitioner (Support Worker)

Dalkeith

Full-Time Position(s) Available (37hours per week)
Salary: £13.45 – £14.15 per hour
Closing Date: 12th October 2026
Reference: SA1233

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference in someone’s life every day?

Join our Edinburgh & Lothian team in one of our 24-hour residential support services in Dalkeith, where you’ll play a vital role in supporting autistic people to live fulfilling, independent lives and achieve their personal goals.

Our residential service provides support within a shared living environment for five autistic people. Using a person-centred approach, we focus on empowering them to lead fulfilling lives by building independence, providing personal and household support, and creating opportunities to connect with their communities.

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Autism Practitioner (Support Worker)

ARC Day Service – Musselburgh

Part Time positions available (21-28 hours per week)
Salary:£13.45 – £14.15 per hour
Closing Date: 12th October 2026
Reference: SA1232

Join our Edinburgh and Lothian team at our ARC Day Service, where we support autistic adults in all aspects of daily living by providing a structured, meaningful, and engaging environment. We offer a wide variety of activities tailored to individual interests and needs – ranging from creative sessions such as music, art, and cooking to educational programs and practical life skills development. Both on-site and community-based activities are designed to encourage personal growth, social interaction, and enjoyment.

We’re looking for patient, creative, and engaging colleagues who bring a calm, reassuring presence – who also know how to have fun! Most importantly, you’ll be someone who truly listens and values the voices of the people we support. This is a rewarding role where you will have the opportunity to share your hobbies and skills with our supported individuals. Driver preferred but not essential.

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