Job Description

Salary:

27,564.73- 28,562.27 p.a. pro rata

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Part-Time

Job Reference Number:

WNSW/S-EDIN/534

Job Location:

Scotland

Job Area:

Seafield, Leith

Closing Date:

30th September 2025



Are you looking for a rewarding role at night?



Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you!

Waking Night Support Worker

Edinburgh, Housing Support Services

2 x 35 hours per week positions

27,564.73 - 28,562.27 p.a. pro rata (based on 39 hours per week)

Job Reference: WNSW/S-EDIN/534

We have Waking Night Support Worker opportunities for two individuals to join our Seafield Housing Support Services.



At Autism Initiatives we provide specialist services tailored to each individual. Experience is not essential, but a genuine passion to making a difference to the lives of autistic people, as well as a positive attitude, is key to being successful in this role.



As a Waking Night Support Worker you will be working alongside the people that you support to develop their independence, by supporting their communication and enabling them to make their own choices. You will be responsible for providing support throughout the night, undertaking routines of the service including household tasks and administrative procedures.

Benefits of working with us include:

Competitive Salary - 13.54 to 14.03 per hour 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays Your birthday off every year, to treat yourself! Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your Support Work role Opportunity to undertake SVQ Level 3 qualification Career Progression Opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Auto-enrolment pension scheme Medicash Healthcare Plan Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts


Given the nature of this role, successful applicants must register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.



Please note we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

The closing date for completed applications is Tuesday 30th September 2025.

Interviews will take place in October 2025.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.