Support Worker

Company: Autism Initiatives
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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

Job Overview

Full‑time or Part‑time support worker role with Edinburgh Housing Support Services across Granton and Leith. Salary: £28,664.06 – £29,702.32 p.a. pro rata based on a 39‑hour week. Job reference: SW-EDIN-611.

Key Responsibilities

As a Support Worker you will promote the positive health and well‑being of the people you support, enabling them to have a meaningful life and encouraging them to live as independently as possible.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Registration with Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.
  • Experience not essential; genuine passion to make a difference to the lives of autistic people and a positive attitude.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary – £14.08 to £14.59 per hour
  • Sleepover rate paid at £13.45 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
  • Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

Additional Information

Closing date for completed applications: Monday 15 June 2026. Interviews will be held in late June and July 2026. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. Registered Charity No. SC040905.

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Posted: June 6th, 2026