Young Adult Autism Support Worker

Job description

Options Autism are hiring Young Adult Support Worker in the Perth region!

Role: Young Adult Autism Support Worker

Salary: Up to £27,831.68 per annum depending on experience

Location: Falkland House School Perth, Fairmount Terrace, Perth, PH2 7AR

Hours: Permanent, 38 hours per week

Shifts: A mixture of 07:30‐14:30, 14:00‐22:00 and 07:30‐22:00 shifts Monday to Sunday on a set rota pattern.

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Are you looking for a career where every day has purpose, every achievement matters, and the support you give can genuinely transform a young person's future? At Falkland House School Perth, we're looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Young Adult Autism Support Workers. You don't need previous experience — just the passion to help young adults with autism live happy, fulfilling and independent lives. This is more than a job. It's the start of an exciting and rewarding career with outstanding training, development and progression opportunities.

About the roleAs a Young Adult Autism Support Worker, you'll build positive, trusting relationships with young adults, supporting them to develop independence, confidence and life skills. Every day is different — from helping someone engage in education or community activities, to supporting healthy routines, encouraging social interaction and celebrating important milestones. You'll work creatively and compassionately, learning about each young person's interests, strengths and goals to provide truly personalised support.

What You'll Be Doing

Supporting young adults with autism in their daily lives and routines

Encouraging independence, confidence and social engagement

Supporting education, college placements and community activities

Building strong, positive relationships based on trust and understanding

Helping young adults develop life skills and healthy habits

Creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment

Promoting wellbeing, safety and positive outcomes every day

Who are we looking for?

Patient, calm and resilient

Friendly, approachable and compassionate

Passionate about helping young people thrive

Reliable and committed to making a difference

Able to build trust and positive relationships

Motivated to learn and develop your skills

Why join Options Autism?

We are a values‐driven organisation that puts people first

We provide continuous professional development to take your career further

Funded accredited courses to develop your career

Discounted gym membership and shopping vouchers

We build our bonds through a great social events calendar

Our Your Wellbeing Matters initiative provides total support

Our Employees Rewards Hub offers great rewards such as discount vouchers

Earn £1000 by referring a friend

Further earning potential through sleep‐ins and overtime

About usAm Bruach service offers accommodation for five young adults, at a transition‐focused person‐centred provision in Perth, Scotland. The service is situated just minutes walk from the city centre in an idyllic location overlooking the Tay and Perth. Specialising in providing care to young adults aged between 16 to 23 years old with Autism and/or ADHD. The accommodation is split across a self‐contained annexe for two young adults and a house for three young adults. We are part of Options Autism and promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. Options Autism provide education and care across a number of schools and residential care homes nationally, aiming to empower vulnerable young people in the UK to build their futures.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Perth

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English