Current Vacancies 

Aberdeen - Neurodiversity Support Workers (NDSW) 
 

📍 Location: A-ND Aberdeen, Carnie Drive, AB25 3AN  

💼 Roles Available: Full-Time, Part-Time, Sessional  

💰 Salary: £23,401.95 - £25,529.40 per annum + sleepover allowances  

 

About the Role:

As part of our Aberdeen service and newly revised roles, you will provide crucial support to neurodiverse children, young people, some adults and their families. This is your chance to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts lives within a supportive and dynamic environment.

 

What We Offer:  

- Competitive salary and flexible shift patterns  

- A strong, collaborative team environment  

- Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities  

 

Key Activities Include:  

- Breakfast Club and After-School Support  

- Playscheme and club Support 

- Stay and Play Sessions  

- Home Care within a 15-mile radius of Carnie Drive, Aberdeen.  

 

Apply Now:  

Ready to make a lasting impact? Submit your CV and cover letter by Sunday 15th September, 2024. For more details, check out the full job spec attached!

 

Contact Us: 

For inquiries, contact jobs@a-nd.org.uk or 01224 277900

 

Join A-ND and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference. Your journey to helping the neurodiverse community in Aberdeen starts here!

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Closing Date: end of October 2024 

Interview Date: November 2024 TBC, in person, in Aberdeen.

 

Highland - Neurodiversity Support Workers (NDSW) 
 

📍 Location: A-ND Highland, Dingwall or Moray (Fochabers) 

💼 Roles Available: Full-Time or Part-Time  

💰 Salary: £25,529.40 per annum  

 

About the Role:

As part of our new Highlands service, you will provide crucial support to neurodiverse children, young people, some adults and their families. This is your chance to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts lives within a supportive and dynamic environment.

 

What We Offer:  

- Competitive salary and flexible shift patterns  

- A strong, collaborative team environment  

- Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities  

 

Key Activities Include:  

- Breakfast Club and After-School Support  

- Playscheme and club Support 

- Stay and Play Sessions  

- Home Care within a 15-mile radius of Dingwall  

 

Apply Now:  

Ready to make a lasting impact? Submit your CV and cover letter. For more details, check out the full job spec attached!

 

Contact Us: 

For inquiries, contact jobs@a-nd.org.uk or 01224 277900

 

Join A-ND and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference. Your journey to helping the neurodiverse community in the Highlands starts here!

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Closing Date: end of October 2024 

Interview Date: TBC, in person, in Dingwall. 

Highlands (Dingwall)  - Team Leader
 

Location: 9-10 Bridgend Business Park, Bridgend Road, Dingwall, IV15 9SL  

Hours: Full-Time (37.5 hrs/week) or Part-Time Considered. Flexible hours including evenings and weekends between 6 AM & midnight.  

Salary: £26,380 - £28,507 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications  

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 28th October 2024  

 

Autism & Neurodiversity North Scotland (A-ND) is seeking a motivated and skilled Team Leader to join our dynamic team in the Highlands. This pivotal role involves supervising and delivering direct support to autistic and neurodivergent children and adults, contributing significantly to the management and future shaping of our services.

 

Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise a team of Support Workers.

• Deliver direct support with a 40/60 split role between management and direct service.

• Coordinate high-quality operational activities in line with strategic objectives.

• Represent A-ND and its services professionally to stakeholders and partners.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, national care standards, and legislation.

 

Requirements:

• Essential: SVQ 3 in Children and Young People or Health and Social Care, or equivalent (or willingness to achieve). Valid driving license.

• Desirable: SVQ 4 in Health and Social Care or Leadership, Autism-specific qualifications, and experience in Makaton, SCM, or PECS.

• Strong leadership skills, excellent understanding of autism and neurodiversity, and effective team supervision capabilities.

 

Benefits:

• Opportunity for career progression and professional development.

• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a covering letter, detailing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for this role, to jobs@a-nd.org.uk 

 

Autism & Neurodiversity North Scotland is committed to providing automatic interviews to neurodivergent applicants and fostering an inclusive recruitment process who meet the essential criteria. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we support!