Who We Are
Victim Support Scotland (VSS) provides support and information to people affected by crime and campaigns for victim and witness rights. Regardless of whether a crime has been reported, or when it happened, our services are free, confidential, and tailored to individuals’ needs.
Our vision is that people affected by crime – victims, witnesses, and their families – are treated with dignity and respect and are at the heart of justice in Scotland. We put victims and witnesses at the centre of everything we do so they are heard, have improved health and well‑being, feel safer, more secure, and informed and that we are an effective organisation, that makes a lasting difference.
Our mission is to ensure that those affected by crime receive high quality support that will help them recover from their experiences. We aim to do this by adhering to our organisational values:
Organisational Values
* Victims Are at the Heart of Everything We Do
* We Care
* We Work with Intent
* We Are Ambitious
* We Persevere
Every action is driven by our dedication to supporting and empowering victims and witnesses, so they have improved health and well‑being, feel safer, more secure and informed. We are an effective organisation that makes a lasting difference to the people we support, and these values are reflected in the behaviours expected of all staff and volunteers.
What is the role?
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Anti‑Social Behaviour Support Worker. The position is a 21 hours per week, 2‑year fixed‑term contract with possible extension. Working hours will be agreed within the following windows:
* Monday – Friday between 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
* Saturdays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Salary band: £27,598 – £36,445. Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to review in line with VSS progression arrangements. A higher salary placing will only be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.
Primary location: Broadside House, 2 Powerhall Road, Edinburgh, EH7 4GB. You will be expected to work throughout Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders locality.
The role reports to the Locality Manager and involves providing tailored, one‑to‑one support to people affected by anti‑social behaviour (ASB), helping them to feel safe, heard, informed and empowered. Key responsibilities include:
* Assessing individual needs and risks, developing and reviewing support plans.
* Coordinating with partner agencies to ensure an effective and joined‑up response.
* Upholding victims’ rights and maintaining accurate case records within the VSS framework.
* Contributing to the development of peer support opportunities.
* Supporting volunteers and facilitating safe, inclusive group sessions when appropriate.
* Assisting the Anti‑Social Behaviour Project Coordinator to build partnerships nationally, establish effective referral pathways and raise awareness of VSS services.
* Collecting, analysing, and presenting data to shape decisions.
We look for a confident and supportive leader who can motivate others, build trust, and drive performance. You should be comfortable working with data, have a solid understanding of the voluntary and charity sector, and be willing to be flexible with working hours and able to travel as required.
If you are looking for a role with purpose, where you can really make a difference, we want to hear from you.
This post will be subject to a satisfactory PVG check.
What we offer
Holiday: 39 days (pro‑rata) for full‑time staff, 42 days (pro‑rata) from Grade 6 and above.
Pension: Standard Life Pension with generous employer contribution.
Support: Employee Assistance Programme for mental, emotional and physical wellbeing, plus enhanced maternity and paternity pay, and access to a credit union.
Discounts: Free health cash plan covering dental, GP, counselling, legal support and discounts on gym memberships, cinema, retail etc.
Flexibility and development: Flexible and inclusive work policies and comprehensive learning and development opportunities.
Important Dates
Closing date: Monday, 23 February 2026.
Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 3 March 2026.
As a Disability Confident Committed employer, please advise if you require any adjustments in the application process by contacting Jobs@victimsupportsco.org.uk.
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