Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 07 Awst 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | £24,570 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Living Wage & Living Hours Accredited Employer |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | EH21 7PQ |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Edge Group Scotland Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | PTSW - August 2025 |
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This is an in-person role so applicants must be located locally (Edinburgh & The Lothians)
Closing Date: 20th August - All applications will be reviewed after this date
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At Edge Group Scotland, we’re passionate about providing meaningful, person-centred support to young autistic adults and those with other additional support needs (ASN). This time, we’re looking for something a little different — we're seeking Support Workers with skills in horticulture and/or cookery, to help us expand the way we deliver our indoor day services.
Whether you’re experienced in social care or have transferable skills from hospitality, education, environmental or horticultural roles, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
Horticulture & Cookery Focus: We’re looking for people who can share their skills in commercial cookery or horticulture (indoors or greenhouse-based)! You’ll support young adults to grow their independence through hands-on, meaningful activities.
Full Training Provided: You don’t need to come from a care background — if you bring your skills, enthusiasm and values, we’ll train you in everything else.
Team Culture: Work with a dedicated, values-driven team that believes in the power of compassion, creativity and person-centred practice.
We’re Looking for Individuals Who:
Share our values of honesty, integrity and inclusion.
Have skills and/or qualifications in horticulture or cookery:
HND/Degree in Horticulture, Botany, Environmental Science
SVQ Level 3 or above / HNC/HND in Professional Cookery
Can drive (a clean, current driving licence is essential).
Are IT confident across various platforms.
Are enthusiastic, reliable, and proactive team players.
What Does the Role Involve?
As a Support Worker, you’ll:
Support neurodiverse young adults in small group settings, helping them work towards their personal goals and develop independence.
Deliver and support structured cookery or horticulture sessions that build independence, confidence and life skills, as part of your support worker role.
Encourage positive routines, social connection and practical skills development.
Work alongside colleagues to create and maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and empowering learning environment.
Contribute to planning, progress reviews, and support documentation.
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.
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 & Living Hours for all employees - we are a proud Living Wage & Living Hours Accredited employer.
5.6 weeks of annual leave.
Regular in-house staff supervision.
An external 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.
Have skills and/or qualifications in horticulture or cookery:
HND/Degree in Horticulture, Botany, Environmental Science
SVQ Level 3 or above / HNC/HND in Professional Cookery
Preferred:
Experience with autism and/or other ASNs (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-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.
The job is also a regulated role under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. The successful applicant must pass a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Check via Disclosure Scotland prior to taking up their post.
Fair Pay & Secure Hours
We are proud to be a Living Wage and Living Hours Accredited Employer, ensuring every member of our team receives fair pay that reflects the true cost of living, alongside predictable and secure working hours.
Equal Opportunities
We are Disability Confident Committed (DCS045766). We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Apply now!
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.
Closing Date: 20th August - All applications will be reviewed after this date
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At Edge Group Scotland, we’re passionate about providing meaningful, person-centred support to young autistic adults and those with other additional support needs (ASN). This time, we’re looking for something a little different — we're seeking Support Workers with skills in horticulture and/or cookery, to help us expand the way we deliver our indoor day services.
Whether you’re experienced in social care or have transferable skills from hospitality, education, environmental or horticultural roles, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
Horticulture & Cookery Focus: We’re looking for people who can share their skills in commercial cookery or horticulture (indoors or greenhouse-based)! You’ll support young adults to grow their independence through hands-on, meaningful activities.
Full Training Provided: You don’t need to come from a care background — if you bring your skills, enthusiasm and values, we’ll train you in everything else.
Team Culture: Work with a dedicated, values-driven team that believes in the power of compassion, creativity and person-centred practice.
We’re Looking for Individuals Who:
Share our values of honesty, integrity and inclusion.
Have skills and/or qualifications in horticulture or cookery:
HND/Degree in Horticulture, Botany, Environmental Science
SVQ Level 3 or above / HNC/HND in Professional Cookery
Can drive (a clean, current driving licence is essential).
Are IT confident across various platforms.
Are enthusiastic, reliable, and proactive team players.
What Does the Role Involve?
As a Support Worker, you’ll:
Support neurodiverse young adults in small group settings, helping them work towards their personal goals and develop independence.
Deliver and support structured cookery or horticulture sessions that build independence, confidence and life skills, as part of your support worker role.
Encourage positive routines, social connection and practical skills development.
Work alongside colleagues to create and maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and empowering learning environment.
Contribute to planning, progress reviews, and support documentation.
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.
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 & Living Hours for all employees - we are a proud Living Wage & Living Hours Accredited employer.
5.6 weeks of annual leave.
Regular in-house staff supervision.
An external 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.
Have skills and/or qualifications in horticulture or cookery:
HND/Degree in Horticulture, Botany, Environmental Science
SVQ Level 3 or above / HNC/HND in Professional Cookery
Preferred:
Experience with autism and/or other ASNs (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-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.
The job is also a regulated role under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. The successful applicant must pass a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Check via Disclosure Scotland prior to taking up their post.
Fair Pay & Secure Hours
We are proud to be a Living Wage and Living Hours Accredited Employer, ensuring every member of our team receives fair pay that reflects the true cost of living, alongside predictable and secure working hours.
Equal Opportunities
We are Disability Confident Committed (DCS045766). We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
Apply now!
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.
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