Job title: Support Worker (Edinburgh Young Persons’ Service)
Location: LinkLiving’s Edinburgh office Hours: 37.5 hours per week (mainly Monday to Friday 9–5, with occasional evening and weekend work) We are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join LinkLiving’s Edinburgh Young Persons’ Service as a Support Worker. The Job In this role, you will support young people aged 16–25 affected by homelessness, trauma, or other life challenges. Some may also face additional barriers linked to being a New Scot or having care experience. Working in a person-centred and trauma-informed way, you will manage your own caseload and provide practical, emotional and social support to help young people build confidence, develop independence and achieve their goals. Support may include helping young people to: find and maintain suitable accommodationdevelop everyday living skills
manage challenges in their lives
access services and opportunities
build positive routines and relationships Young people may be living in temporary accommodation, supported flats, permanent housing, sofa surfing, or have nowhere to stay. You will work flexibly and creatively to meet individual needs while recognising each young person’s strengths and aspirations. We are looking for someone who shares our values of empathy, respect, integrity and caring. Previous experience or formal qualifications are not essential. If you are a good communicator, committed to supporting others, and want to make a positive difference, we would love to hear from you. The Service LinkLiving is a Scottish health and wellbeing charity supporting people to overcome the effects of trauma, mental health challenges, poverty and inequality so they can live their best possible lives. Our Edinburgh Young Persons’ Service provides visiting housing support and supported accommodation for young people across Edinburgh. We are a friendly and supportive team committed to helping young people achieve positive outcomes. The role is rewarding but can also be challenging, requiring flexibility, resilience and confidence in working one-to-one with young people who may struggle to trust professionals. For full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please see the Job Specification in the Job Information Pack. What’s in it for you? Benefits include: Competitive salary with annual review
35 days’ holiday (pro rata) plus 3 extra days after 3 years’ service
Option to buy and sell annual leave
Enhanced sick pay and family friendly policies
Funded SVQ qualifications and learning opportunities
Funded Disclosure Scotland and SSSC membership
Generous pension scheme
Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
Employee assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme
Discounts on shopping, mobile plans and more For the full benefits package, visit: LinkLiving Careers Successful applicants must apply for SSSC registration within 3 months of starting and achieve registration within 6 months. This role is subject to PVG membership under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. LinkLiving will cover the cost of PVG membership or updates where required. Further Information For an informal chat about the role, email: View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk To learn more about LinkLiving and our benefits package, visit: LinkLiving Website Applications will be reviewed as received and suitable candidates invited to interview. How to Apply Please apply using the online application form via our jobs portal. CVs will not be accepted. We encourage applicants to make their application authentic and reflective of their own skills and experience. If you require: help accessing job information
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adjustments to support disabilities or additional needs please contact the recruitment team at View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to inclusive recruitment. Our interview locations are wheelchair accessible with step-free access. As a Disability Confident Leader, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
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