Support Worker Vacancies

Full-Time & Part-Time Support Worker Opportunities

This is an in-person role so applicants must be located locally (Edinburgh & The Lothians)

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At Edge Group Scotland, we’re passionate about creating meaningful, person-centred support for young autistic adults and those with additional support needs (ASN). We believe that strong values, enthusiasm, and a team-focused mindset matter just as much as experience.

Whether you're already experienced in social care or have transferable skills and a desire to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Outdoor & Active Focus: Our day services include group-based and outdoor activities. If you’re passionate about the outdoors, learning through nature, and helping others, this is the role for you.
Comprehensive Training: We provide full training, so prior experience in social care is not required.
Team Environment: Work as part of a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to making a difference.

We’re Looking for Individuals Who:

Share Edge Group Scotland’s values of honesty, integrity, and promoting independence.
Have a genuine passion for outdoor learning and activities. Holding outdoor or watersports certifications (e.g., lifeguarding, kayaking, or hiking) is essential.
Possess a clean and current driving licence (essential).
Are team players, enthusiastic, and have a strong work ethic.
Have a willingness to learn and grow professionally.
Possess excellent IT skills across multiple software platforms.
Have additional skills in outdoor activities such as stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), surfing, skiing, climbing, or bushcraft.

What Does the Role Involve?

As a Support Worker, you’ll:

Assist autistic and ASN young people in a group setting to achieve their personal goals and develop independence.
Work collaboratively with clients to create and follow support plans.
Build positive relationships with clients, families, and professionals.
Promote personal independence and encourage positive risk-taking.
Stay calm and solution-focused under pressure.
Foster a welcoming, person-centred environment, listening with empathy and without judgment.
Work alongside senior members of the team, assessing and contributing to MAPS meetings and case reviews.

What We Offer Staff:

A comprehensive induction and training programme.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development, including SVQ2 and SVQ3 qualifications in Health & Social Care (after a qualifying period).
The Real Living Wage & Hours for all employees - we are a proud Living Wage & Living Hours Accredited employer
5.6 weeks of annual leave.
An Employee Assistance Programme, offering 1:1 support for personal and professional wellbeing.
A workplace culture that values humour, resilience, and flexibility.

Role Requirements:

Essential:

A clean driving licence.
Comfortable with standard, multiple IT systems.
Outdoor sports certifications, such as lifeguard training, surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), climbing, or bushcraft skills.

Preferred:

Experience with autism and Additional Support Needs (ASN (beneficial but not required).
SVQ2 or equivalent qualification in Health & Social Care (or a willingness to work towards this).

Key Details:

Location: Musselburgh, East Lothian, with travel to outdoor activity locations .
Salary: £24,570 per year (pro rata for part-time roles).
Job Types: 16 hours+ (part and full-time roles available).

Additional Information

This role is subject to the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All previous convictions, including those that are ‘spent,’ must be declared. These will not necessarily preclude employment but must be disclosed during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunities

We are Disability Confident Committed (DCS045766). We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

How to Apply

If you’re enthusiastic about helping young people thrive, passionate about the outdoors, and have a team-focused attitude, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s work together to make a positive difference.

Please send your CV and cover letter to enquiries@edgeautism.com