We are a charity with decades of experience supporting people across Scotland, providing those who need us with support that ranges from Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity, Youth and Adult Homelessness and Older People services. Guided by our values of Respect and Compassion, we empower both the people we support and our colleagues to Thrive every day
Why work with us?
At Care Support Scotland caring isn’t just a job — it’s who we are. Join our dedicated team and help transform lives while growing your own career.
* Pension contributions matched up to 6%
* Financial Flexibility – Access your wages as you earn them with our Earned Wage Access benefit.
* Employee Assistance Programme through HSF
* Contribution to HSF Health Plan – supporting your everyday health needs
* Generous annual leave – 33 days including public holidays, increasing with service
* Supportive absence policies to help when you need time off
* Death in Benefit Cover – 2x annual salary
* Support with funded qualifications
* Career development and progression opportunities
Who are we looking for?
Are you passionate about supporting people to overcome challenges, build stability, and move towards independent living? Do you have experience in social care and a commitment to equality and inclusion? If so, we want to hear from you.
We’re recruiting a Senior Support Worker to lead frontline delivery of personalised, high-quality, and compassionate support to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. You’ll be part of a dedicated team delivering tenancy support, housing management assistance, and wellbeing services tailored to individual needs.
About the Service
Klibreck House is a high support needs service, supporting people with multiple and complex needs as such as substance use, mental health and physical health. This does not involve any personal care or administering any medication
Role and Responsibilities
* Apply your knowledge of best practice, codes of practice and current regulations in the social care sector and ensure the provision of a high quality and socially inclusive service
* Manage and co-produce support plans and contribute to support reviews
* Assist Service Managers and Team Leaders with service referrals and staff interviewing & selection procedures
* Take on the role of shift leader in the absence of the Service Manager
* Assist in managing a team of Support Workers by reviewing the delivery of support and ensure staff are following the correct policy and procedures.
Essential Skills and Attributes
* Experience of providing support to people who have experienced homelessness, mental ill health, and drug and alcohol use.
* Experience of working in a fast-paced environment which requires a dynamic approach to problem solving.
* SVQ3 in Social Care or willing to work towards.
* SSSC registered or willing to become so.
* Ability to use empathy and relational skills to build positive relationships within our community and with colleagues.
* An understanding of and ability to work within ethical and relational boundaries.
Desired Skills and Attributes
* Experience of working with a range of agencies as a team
* Networking and skills making meaningful connections
* Awareness around Trauma Informed Practice
* Knowledge and understanding of the causes of homelessness, substance use and mental health including Attachment Theory and Adverse Childhood Experiences.
* Understanding of services that support homelessness, substance use and mental health.
* Experience in line managing a team.
Additional Notes
* Shift work, weekend work may be a requirement of this role.
* PVG scheme membership & SSSC registration are requirements of this post
* Please note, you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK.
* We reserve the right to bring the closing date forward if a suitable candidate is identified.
Applications close on: 3rd February 2026
Care Support Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity
Right to Work Information
Please note that from July 2025, Home Office rules require individuals switching into certain care roles under the Health and Care Skilled Worker route to have worked lawfully for the sponsoring employer for three months before switching visa type. Our recruitment process can take up to 12 weeks, which candidates should consider when applying.
As an organisation we do not consider candidates for visa sponsorship until the successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. Applicants must therefore already have the legal right to work in the UK for this period.
All offers are subject to satisfactory right-to-work checks and Home Office requirements.
Role Type
Pay Rate
14.03 GBP – 14.17 GBP (Hour)
Company Overview
At Care Support Scotland, we’re dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives every single day. With over 30 years of experience, we have built a trusted reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality social care that empowers individuals to live with dignity, independence, and choice. From our base in Edinburgh and the Lothians, we work alongside people from all walks of life—supporting those who need help with housing and homelessness prevention, individuals with learning disabilities and neurodiverse needs, older people requiring care and companionship, and anyone seeking guidance to navigate life’s challenges. Our approach is person-centred: we don’t just provide care, we listen, understand, and tailor our support to each individual’s unique needs and aspirations. By doing so, we ensure that the people we support are not only cared for, but truly valued, respected, and given the opportunity to thrive within their communities
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