13-year-old boy with severe autism who lives in the Wisp area of Edinburgh looking for support workers to help him to get out and about in the community. The role will involve keeping the boy safe, supporting him with emotional regulation as well as supporting him to go swimming, go to the park, go shopping, and go to Air Thrill/trampolining.
It is essential that the post holder have experience working with children with severe autism including challenging behaviour, redirecting, using PECS, visual aids, “now and next”, and visual timetables. It is essential that the post holder has a full drivers licence valid in the UK and is willing to use their own vehicle during work.
You must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme or be willing to join.
Two support workers are needed for two to one support. Each worker will do two three hour shifts each week (together.) The shifts will occur after school Monday to Thursday. Employer can be flexible with days and times, but shifts would not happen on consecutive days.
For more information, please download a job description here: Download ON WN ED job description October 2026
How to apply
Please apply as soon as possible by sending in your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and remember to quote reference ON WN ED.