Senior Support Worker

Salary: £30962.00 to £32945.00 Per Annum Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Job Reference Number: SSW-EDIN-603 Job Location: Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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About This Role

Are you looking to take the next step in your social care career?

Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you!

Senior Support Worker, Edinburgh

£30,962.00 - £32,945.00 p.a.

39 hours per week

Job Reference: SSW-EDIN-603

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our Edinburgh Housing Support Services. 

The Senior Support Worker (SSW) will 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.  Liaising with the organisation’s practice support team, the SSW will assist in the preparation of support and communication plans, ensuring consistent practices throughout support networks. 

Benefits of working with us include:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Sleepover rate paid at £12.71 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

The Senior Support Worker will assist in the supervision and direction of the staff team and in maintaining the high standards of support in line with the organisation’s quality standards and mission statement. Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the social care sector and the requirements of the Care Inspectorate is essential for this role. The post holder will also be expected to commit to on-call duties.

Given the nature of this role, successful applicants must register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in joining our senior team, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Full details and how to apply can be found on our website:

If you require any support with the application process, or you wish to request an application form be sent to you, please contact Joanna Dickinson by calling 0131 551 7260.

The closing date for completed applications Wednesday 13 May 2026.

Interviews will take place in late May/ early June 2026.

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

Registered Charity No. SC040905

www.autisminitiatives.org

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