Make a difference with
Care Support Scotland

Shape lives, build community, and grow with us.

Join our dedicated team

Join our dedicated team

who help people live with
dignity, independence, and connection.

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We’re looking for people who care
about this as much as we do.

We’re looking for people who care about this as much as we do.

Why join us

Why join us

At Care Support Scotland you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll find
a career that makes a difference within a truly caring community.

Highlights

Make a difference:

Thrive in a career that truly matters

We invest in you:

Level-up with thorough training and ongoing development

Work-life balance:

Flexible hours and shift patterns to suit you

Supportive team:

Feel valued and empowered in a friendly environment

Career progression:

Clear pathways for you to grow with us.

From homelessness support to care for older adults, neurodivergent individuals and those with learning disabilities, our services are wide-ranging and intersectional. Because they’re tailored to the individual, no two days are the same – and every day has the potential to change a life.If you want meaningful work, excellent training, and to be part of a community that genuinely cares, you’ll feel right at home here.

What it’s like to work with us

What it’s like to work with us

At Care Support Scotland, we’re more than just a care provider
– we’re a community dedicated to making a positive change.

Life at Care Support Scotland

Meet the people, hear the stories, and see the impact of
a career with Care Support Scotland.

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The Challenges and Rewards of Care Work

What’s it really like to work in care? From tough days to heartwarming wins, we take a closer look at the ups and downs of one of the most meaningful careers out there.

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Could Support Relief Work Be Your Perfect Fit?

Support relief work is ideal if you want a role that adapts to your schedule. In this blog, we break down how it works, who it’s right for, and why it could be a great fit for you.

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What Does
'Independent Living' Truly Mean?

Independence isn’t about doing it all alone – it’s about having choice, dignity, and support. Find out how we help individuals live life on their own terms, every day.

Our culture

Caring together,
growing together.

We’re a close-knit team driven by purpose, where support isn’t just something we give to others – it’s something we give each other, too.

With high-quality training from day one, and ongoing development at every stage of your career, we make sure you feel confident, capable, and connected.

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Our Values

Our Values

All of the work we do is underpinned by our three core
values: respect, compassion, thrive.

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Have compassion

Committed to your professional growth, we want the best people, and we want them to be the best qualified. That’s why we provide a range of learning and development opportunities to help you advance your social care career – whether you’re an experienced professional or a recent graduate ready for the next step
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Be respectful

We treat everyone equally and the way we’d like to be treated ourselves. We don’t discriminate against anyone based on personal qualities like race, sexuality, gender identity, religious background, age and neurodiversity. After all, our differences are what make us special. In this job you’ll work with people who have a range of abilities and come from a range of backgrounds. Every single one of them deserves respect.
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And thrive

As well as helping our service users to live their best lives, we also aim to help our staff members thrive. As part of this, we offer a comprehensive range of learning and development opportunities. We provide SVQ training in partnership with West Lothian College, and can also offer funding for any other related courses our staff want to do. Our generous benefits package includes flexible working, enhanced leave and free counseling through our Employee Assist Program.

Staff reflections

Get to know the people behind the care at Care Support Scotland

Employee benefits

Our employee benefits at Care Support Scotland support you in key areas including financial security, health & well-being, and career development.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Career development:

training and clear progression pathways

Fully funded qualifications:

free professional certifications for your growth

Generous pension:

6% employer contribution to help you save for retirement

Enhanced sick pay:

financial support when you’re unable to work

Life assurance cover:

your beneficiaries get two times your annual salary if you die while working for us.

Training and development

Care Support Scotland in Edinburgh & the Lothians is committed to your professional growth. We want the best people, and we want them to be the best qualified. That’s why we provide a range of learning and development opportunities to help you advance your social care career – whether you’re an experienced professional or a recent graduate ready for the next step

Find out more about the pathways we offer – from essential training and qualifications like SVQs, to funded further learning and our Modern Apprenticeship scheme.

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Your
application
journey

Applying for a job at Care Support Scotland is easy. Browse our open roles, choose the one that excites you, and fill out our online application. We’re here to guide you through the process and will keep you informed of the next steps.

We’re excited to hear from you!

You can submit your application through our online portal. Be sure to upload an up-to-date CV or a completed application form that's tailored to the specific role you're applying for. You'll receive a confirmation email once your application has been successfully submitted.

After the closing date, our recruitment team will review all applications. The recruitment panel, which includes the hiring managers, will carefully review each one to find candidates whose skills and experience match the role.

Yes. If you're selected for an interview, we will reach out to you. If your application isn't successful this time, you'll still receive an email letting you know the outcome.

If you're shortlisted, you'll be invited to one or more interviews. These can be online or in person, and you'll meet with the hiring manager or other team members. We'll let you know the interview format and who you'll be meeting with ahead of time. Remember, this is a two-way conversation- it's a chance for us to get to know you and for you to ask any questions you have.

Some roles, particularly central ones, may include an assessment like a skills test, case study, or presentation. These tasks help us understand your approach to work and how you think. If an assessment is part of the process, you'll be given clear instructions and enough time to complete it. We're committed to a fair and inclusive process and will accommodate individual needs whenever possible.

If you're the successful candidate, we'll give you a call with the good news and then send you a formal, written conditional offer. This offer will outline all the details of your employment and list the documents we'll need for pre-employment checks. You will be required to provide documents for a PVG scheme application and proof of your right to work in the UK.


Once you've accepted the offer, we will begin the pre-employment checks. You can also expect to hear from your new manager or the People & Culture team about your start date and other next steps.

Always supported working with Care Support Scotland
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Ready to start your
rewarding career in care?

Apply now to join the Care Support Scotland team and
make a real difference in communities across Scotland.

Have a question?

Want to know more about a role or the recruitment process? Reach out – we’d love to hear from you.