Support Worker

Published by Autism Initiatives
Ref: 495060 Published date: 02/11/2026 Closing date: 16/11/2026
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Location:

Granton, Edinburgh

Salary:
£14.08 - £14.59
Contract type:
Permanent
Position type:
Part Time
Hours:
35 hours
Categories:

Support Workers

Edinburgh - Outreach Support Services

Part-time Opportunities: 30 - 35 hours per week

£25,724.16 - £26,655.93 p.a. pro rata (based on 35 hours per week)

Job Reference: SW-EDIN-OR-632

We have Support Worker part-time opportunities (from 30 hours per week) for individuals to join our Outreach service across Edinburgh.

Our Edinburgh Outreach Services provide dynamic outreach services across the city within the community, in people's own homes, as well as use of a building base. We are also in the process of opening a new supported living service within the Muirhouse area. 

At Autism Initiatives we provide specialist services tailored to each individual. Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to making a difference to the lives of autistic people, as well as a positive attitude, is key to being successful in this role. 

Benefits of working with us include:

  • 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

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

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.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

How to Apply?

If you are interested in joining our team, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Full details and how to apply can be found on our website: https://jobs.autisminitiatives.org/job/980659

If you require support with the application process or have any difficulties with our online application form, please get in touch by completing an expression of interest online or contacting the Recruitment Team on 0131 551 7260 and we can send an application pack to you by email or post.

The closing date for completed applications Monday 16 November 2026.

Interviews will take place in late November into December 2026.

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

 

www.autisminitiatives.org

 

Registered Charity No. SC040905


Location

Granton, Edinburgh


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