Male Support Worker

Community Integrated Care; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK charity seeks a Male Support Worker in Liberton, Edinburgh, for a 30-hour permanent role. You'll support two young men with autism, assisting with daily living, medication management, and social activities. The role requires a compassionate individual who values independence and choice. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. Various shifts available including days and sleepovers. A genuine occupational requirement for a male colleague is in place. Competitive hourly rate of £13.01.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Flexible shifts

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care Assistant or Support Worker.
• Ability to promote independence and choice.
• Comfortable with home and personal care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living and medication management.
• Facilitate appointments and financial management.
• Encourage engagement in social activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Resilience

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• 💷 £13.01 per hour – because your time and care are valuable
• 🧘♀️ Do what you love – hobbies, chats, walks, cooking… it’s all part of the job
• 🏆 Multi award‑winning charity – we reinvest profits into YOU and the people we support
• 🤝 Supportive leadership – we’ve got your back, always
• 👕 No uniforms – just comfy, casual clothes
• 🕰️ Guaranteed shifts – contracted hours each week with rotas available 4 weeks in advance
• 🛍️ Shopping discounts – because treats are important
• 🎓 Ongoing training & career progression – grow with us
• 💌 Recommend‑a‑Friend bonus – bring your besties
• 💰 Financial hardship fund – we’re here when life gets tough
• 🧠 Wellbeing investment – your health matters
• 🛡️ Free DBS check – we’ve got it covered
• 💬 Spend your whole shift with one person – build real connections

Who We Are

We’re one of the UK’s largest health and social care charities, and we’re proud to be pioneers in person‑centred care. Our vision? Your Life, Your Choice. Our strategy? Best Lives Possible. And our vibe? Supportive, passionate, and always up for making a difference.

Whether you’re new to care or a seasoned pro, we’ll give you the tools, training, and TLC to thrive. Because when you go the extra mile for others, we go the extra mile for you.

What You’ll Be Supporting & More About the Role

Male Support Worker

📍 Liberton, Edinburgh | 🕒 30 hours per week | 💷 Competitive Pay

Are you an experienced Care Assistant or Support Worker with a passion for helping others?

Do you want to support two awesome young men with autism to live life to the fullest? 🙌

We’re looking for male staff to join our team and support these individuals in their shared home. We are currently recruiting for a 30‑hour permanent post.

The young men we support love:

• 🎭 Going to shows
• 🍽️ Eating out
• 🎶 Music
• 🚶♂️ Walks
• 🙌 Volunteering

You’ll Help With:

• 🏠 Home & daily living
• 💊 Medication & personal care
• 💬 Promoting independence & choice
• 📅 Appointments & finances

Shifts:

• 🌞 Day shifts
• 🌙 Sleepovers
• 📆 Some weekends required

Sometimes the people we support really need a male or female person to support them. For this particular role, a male colleague is required. This is a genuine occupational requirement as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Your Values

🌟 Got heart? You’re halfway there.

At Community Integrated Care, we know it takes someone special to work in social care—and that doesn’t always mean having experience. We hire based on values, welcoming people from all walks of life: seasoned Support Workers, Care Assistants, those with lived experience, or even total newbies with a passion to care.

💬 Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Eva Otto, at [e-mail].

✅ If this sounds like your kind of job, hit ‘Apply’ and fill out our short form.

Need adjustments during the process? Just email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. Good luck—we can’t wait to meet you!