Assistant Team Leader – Oxgangs YPC

Other
Midlothian
May 3, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Residential Assistant Team Leader – Oxgangs YPC

Salary: £40,501 – £47,639; Hours: 36 per week

Working pattern: rota with a mixture of early, day and late shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Work within the management team to support young people in a safe, nurturing environment.
  • Support dedicated staff focused on improving outcomes for young people.
  • Apply trauma-informed and relationship-based practices as part of Edinburgh’s Promise.
  • Act as a child centred role model and advocate for the rights of children.
  • Engage young people to reach their potential and promote mental and emotional well being.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Experience of supporting young people and staff, preferably within children’s residential services.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, reliability, adaptability and a focus on improving outcomes.
  • SVQ Level 4/HNC or equivalent in Child Care/Social Care or related area, or a qualification at SCQF Level 7 or above.
  • Commitment to registering with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of employment and meeting the relevant category.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check, and complete an Overseas Criminal Record Check if needed.

Equalities

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, and 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 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:

For further information or queries please contact Charmaine Edwards at

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