Teacher of Social Subjects - Broughton High School - 17036_1792762204
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£36,159 to £54,453 a year
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Teacher of Social Subjects - Fixed term until 15/10/2027 Broughton High School Salary: £36,159 - £54,453 Hours: 35 per week Broughton High School is founded on the values of respect, inclusion and integrity. We have high aspirations for our young people and believe that together we achieve more. Located to the north of Edinburgh's City Centre, our school building is a superb example of modern architecture: its appearance inspires those who learn and work here, and it operates very effectively as a learning environment. Broughton fully integrates and embraces three specialist provisions into the life and work of the school: the Edinburgh Music School, the SFA Performance School and the Specialist Dance Unit. We believe in enabling every young person to fulfil their potential as an individual and as a member of their wider community. We emphasise the importance of excellent teaching and learning and strive to deliver flexible learning pathways that meet the needs of all young people. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher to join our thriving Social Subjects team on a fixed term basis. You will be well supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking faculty committed to ensuring success in learning for all. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Teacher job pack
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Senior Early Years Intervention Officer - Waverley Court - 16310_1792760712
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£40,501 to £47,639 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Senior Early Years Intervention Officer Waverley Court Salary: £40,501 - £47,639 (pro-rata for sessional) Hours: 36 per week, 39 weeks sessional We are currently recruiting for 1 Equity and Excellence Lead. This post provides an excellent opportunity for anyone who has a degree within early years or working towards a degree qualification. EELs are allocated to identified settings and work directly with the children. As part of the role there is on-going high quality CLPL to support intervention work which will improve outcomes for some of our youngest learners. This post will appeal to practitioners who want to further develop their skills and who would like to make a difference in closing the poverty related attainment gap. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Senior Early Years Intervention Officer job pack
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Business Support Statutory Meeting Administrator - Fort Social Work Centre - 17031_1792751803
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£27,257 to £29,850 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Business Support Statutory Meeting Administrator Fort Social Work Centre Salary: £27,257 - £29,850 Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks The post is based at The Fort, 25 North Fort Street and can involve travel to meetings around the city. Meetings are held in person around the city, or held virtually on Microsoft Teams. The post offers a mix of office and home working. Please see attached job description and person specification for further information about the role. This posts are subject to a Level 1 Disclosure check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Business Support Statutory Meeting Administrator job description View Business Support Statutory Meeting Administrator person specification
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Team Leader (Household Support) - Waverley Court - 17018_1792745567
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£40,501 to £47,639 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Team Leader - Household Support and Advice/Homelessness & Housing Access Waverley Court Salary: £40,501 - £47,639 Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Household Support Team Leader to join the Household Support and Advice service. Contributing to the Council's prevention and early intervention approaches to addressing issues around poverty, homelessness and antisocial behaviour, you will be part of a wider service area seeking to develop, deliver and improve integrated services to households through leading a team of Household Support Workers. A service with a broad and varied remit, our Household Support team takes an innovative approach to responding to delivering positive outcomes in response to antisocial behaviour, poverty and homelessness, seeking to support people through utilising a 'No Wrong Door' approach. At its heart, our Household Support team is a preventative and early intervention service which seeks to address the root causes of poverty and insecurity around housing by offering a range of holistic supports, including Housing Support, Family Support and Mediation. You will support a team of Household Support Workers who work closely with individuals, families, groups, communities and partners to promote a restorative approach to neighbour disputes, social inclusion and community involvement. You will be a multi-tasker, have good organisational skills, be experienced in managing change, and someone who can communicate with a broad range of individuals and groups. You will have an approach to your work that both supports and challenges staff to empower and enable them to develop their full potential. This post requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Housing Support Supervisor. You will be qualified to SVQ level 4 (SCQF 8) in a relevant field or equivalent or be willing to work towards gaining the relevant qualification to enable SSSC registration. You will have knowledge of the National Care Standards and of Scottish Antisocial Behaviour legalisation and be willing to gain the relevant knowledge and understanding. We value continuous professional develop so a commitment to your on-going learning and development is expected. If you are looking to develop your leadership and management experience and skills, want to be part of unique and innovative approaches to delivering integrated Housing Support services to address poverty, homelessness, and antisocial behaviour, this could be the role for you. If you wish to speak about the role and want more information, contact Scott Watson at scott.watson@edinburgh.gov.uk This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Team Leader - Household Support Job Description View Team Leader - Household Support Person Specification
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Early Years Officer - Hailesland Early Years Centre - 17023_1792748020
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£34,452 to £40,501 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Early Years Officer Hailesland Early Years Centre Salary: £34,452 - £40,501 Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks At Hailesland we live our vision which is through nurturing relationships we promote curious minds, kind hearts and a sense of belonging for all our children. We are recruiting an experienced Early Years Officer to join our team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting children to be confident, capable individuals and helping them to achieve their full potential. Our officers we be skilled at monitoring the quality and impact of our environments, planning and interactions with children and will be proactive in developing and supporting their teams to achieve the best possible outcomes for the children in our care. They will know their children and team members as individuals and learners and will model excellent communication skills and effective deployment of team members to meet children's needs. We are especially keen and interested in applications from applicants who have an excellent understanding and proven experience of working with under 2's within an early learning and childcare setting. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years proven, post qualifying experience in an Early Years setting and relevant experience of working with parents and carers. Please note - You must ensure that you have one of the following qualifications before you apply: SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF Level 7 or HNC Childhood Practice When completing the application form please state the name of your qualification and level as stated above. If you do not have either of these qualifications or post qualifying experience, we will be unable to consider your application. Please read the attached Early Years Officer job pack for further information, including post qualification experience and additional requirements. If you are unsure regarding the qualification or require any other information, please contact the Nursery / Centre directly. You can search for contact details on the Council website https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/directory/10191/early-learning-and-childcare This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Early Years Officer Job Pack
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Teacher of Computing - Broughton High School - 17028_1792747325
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£36,159 to £54,453 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Teacher of Computing Broughton High School Salary: £36,159 - £54,453 Hours: 35 per week Broughton High School is founded on the values of respect, inclusion and integrity. We have high aspirations for our young people and believe that together we achieve more. Located to the north of Edinburgh's City Centre, our school building is a superb example of modern architecture: its appearance inspires those who learn and work here, and it operates very effectively as a learning environment. Broughton fully integrates and embraces three specialist provisions into the life and work of the school: the Edinburgh Music School, the SFA Performance School and the Specialist Dance Unit. We believe in enabling every young person to fulfil their potential as an individual and as a member of their wider community. We emphasise the importance of excellent teaching and learning and strive to deliver flexible learning pathways that meet the needs of all young people. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher to join our thriving Technologies team on a permanent basis. You will be well supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking faculty committed to ensuring success in learning for all. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Teacher job pack
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Early Years Practitioner - Craigmillar EYC - 17026_1792745227
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£30,188 to £34,452 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Early Years Practitioner Craigmillar Early Years Centre Salary: £30,188-£34,452 Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks The Early Years Practitioner will provide a service compatible with good practice in the education and care of children and young people within the policies and systems laid down by the Council and Education Department and the Care Inspectorate. They will work as an effective member of a Multi-Disciplinary or other Team promoting a stimulating environment which balances education and care for children and young people. Meeting children's individual needs and those of their families, enabling everyone to achieve their potential. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Early Years Practitioner job pack View Sessional Working Information
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Primary Teacher - Parsons Green Primary School - 17020_1792746192
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£36,159 to £54,453 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Primary Teacher Parsons Green Primary School Salary: £36,159 - £54,453 Hours: 35 per week, 52 weeks per year We are recruiting a permanent Primary Teacher. Applicants should be highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced classroom practitioners. Parsons Green Primary School is a non-denominational school located in the North-East of Edinburgh. It serves the community of Duddingston and the surrounding area. The school roll is 301 pupils arranged across 11 classes. The school also contains a stand-alone nursery which delivers early learning and childcare to 30 pupils. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Primary Teacher Job Pack
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Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator (OSPI) - Waverley Court - 15152_1792677695
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£40,501 to £47,639 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator (OSPI) Waverley Court Salary: £40,501 - £47,639 Hours: 36 per week We are recruiting of a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator to work within Operational Support, Performance and Improvement (OSPI). This role will work to support Heath, Safety and Environmental risks and responsibilities within workforce and at Depots; delivering projects to make improvements to processes and infrastructure and assisting responsible managers with compliance and improvement in regard to health, safety and staff wellbeing. Supporting Heath, Safety and Environmental risks and responsibilities within workforce and at Depots; tracking risk across the service by monitoring changing demands on service, legislation and working environment or practices and offering solutions to Operational Services. To assist responsible managers with compliance and improvement in regard to health, safety and staff wellbeing. Coordinating and ensuring timely and satisfactory completion of service wide improvement projects. Promoting collaboration, communication and joined up working across Operational Services to achieve better outcomes for staff and customers. Facilitating service wide groups such as HSE committee, steering and improvement groups. Supporting Operational Services through change (planned and unexpected) through the implementation of change management principles and processes, taking a proactive role in coordinating improvement projects. JOB ACTIVITIES: Coordinating projects and assisting with the implementation of improvements such as improving processes, procuring equipment, and upgrading staff facilities and resources. Providing advice and guidance to colleagues and senior managers in Operational Services, on policy, legislative and organisation related issues Coordinating audits and records management across the service (e.g. risk assessments, method statements, operating procedures) by creating and monitoring annual internal audit plans and by ensuring information management systems are up-to-date and easily accessible to staff. Bringing consistency of approach across Operational Services by reporting on health and safety records, building relationships and using data to identify risks and working with service areas and our Learning & Development team to mitigate these and make improvements across the service. Running and overseeing service wide Health & Safety Committee to increase staff engagement, promote standardised practices where possible (e.g. risk assessments, inspections, accident investigations, toolbox talks etc.) and to monitor compliance with changing legislation and best practice. Working in conjunction with Corporate Health and Safety and Union colleagues on specific Health, Safety and wellbeing matters. To act as a coordination point to ensure service resilience by coordinating with internal and external sources and stakeholders and issuing communication and guidance in the event of sudden or unexpected changes such as during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Undertake other relevant duties in accordance with the function and grading of the post as required. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator job description View Health, Safety and Wellbeing Coordinator person specification
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Housing Supervisor - North East Locality Office - 14795_1792679851
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£34,452 to £40,501 a year
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Housing Supervisor - Managed Units - Fixed term for 12 months North East Locality Office Salary: £34,452 - £40,501 Hours: 36 per week The City of Edinburgh Council operate 5 hostels across the city and Housing Supervisors provide a vital service in each project by directly supporting our residents, many of whom have a history trauma and/or complex emotional and mental health needs. Housing Supervisors work with our residents concentrating on building positive and supportive relationships as well as creating a sense of community. The goal is to enable the resident to maximise their own resources and ability to live independently so that they can successfully maintain a permanent tenancy when they leave our service. The work can be challenging, and this requires staff to be emotionally resilient, understanding and committed to supporting residents who display challenging behaviour. Housing Supervisors also manage a team of unit wardens who work a 24-hour shift pattern and are responsible for supporting residents during their day to day lives as well as cleaning and preparing rooms/flats when residents move on. We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of using homelessness or recovery services. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is passionate about delivering a great service and improving the lives of Edinburgh's most vulnerable citizens, Please ensure you fully review the person specification before submitting your application - if your application fails to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the post it is unlikely you will be invited for interview. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View Housing Supervisor Job Description View Housing Supervisor person Specification
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