Senior Support Workers

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

Senior Support Worker, Edinburgh

Salary: £32,201.00 – £34,263.00 per annum

Working Hours: 39 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the management team in developing and maintaining the organisation’s standards relating to autism specific, person‑centred practices and implementation of the service development plan.
  • Liaise with the organisation’s practice support team; assist in the preparation of support and communication plans; ensure consistent practices throughout support networks.
  • Assist in the supervision and direction of the staff team and maintain high standards of support in line with the organisation’s quality standards and mission statement.
  • Commit to on‑call duties.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the social care sector and the Care Inspectorate requirements.
  • Registration with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Sleepover rate paid at £13.45 per hour
  • 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays
  • Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your role
  • Opportunity to undertake relevant SVQ qualification
  • Career Progression Opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Auto‑enrolment pension scheme
  • Medicash Healthcare Plan
  • Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery.

Registered Charity No. SC040905

Visit www.autisminitiatives.org for more information.

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Posted: July 16th, 2026