Make a real impact in people’s lives.
Join Care Support Scotland and help tackle homelessness in your community.
At Care Support Scotland, we are a values-led social care charity working across Scotland to empower individuals and
promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing. We deliver inclusive, person-centred support that enables people
to live full lives—on their terms.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and deliver support plans addressing tenancy sustainment, mental health, housing needs, and personal
development.
- Work directly with individuals to help them achieve their goals, build life skills, and
improve health and wellbeing.
- Act as a keyworker and oversee support delivery, ensuring accurate and
professional records.
- Liaise with external partners, including housing teams, healthcare services, and
advocacy groups.
- Provide leadership on shift and supervision to support workers in the absence of the
Team Leader.
- Promote inclusion, empowerment, and trauma-informed practice in all areas of
support.
What We’re Looking For:
- A recognised social care qualification at SCQF Level 6 or above (essential).
- Experience working in adult
social care, ideally in homelessness, housing support or mental health.
- Confident in report writing,
support planning, and using digital systems.
- Understanding of SSSC codes of practice and Care
Inspectorate standards.
- Strong values of compassion, dignity, and respect for all.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and values-driven team culture.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, including trauma-informed practice.
- Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions.
- Career progression routes in a growing and ambitious organisation.