Team Leader – Household Support

Other
Midlothian
March 7, 2026
£60000 - £60000
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Team Leader – Household Support and Advice – Homelessness & Housing Access

Multiple Locations across City

Overview

An exciting opportunity for a Household Support Team Leader to join the Household Support and Advice service area, contributing to prevention and early intervention approaches to address poverty, homelessness, antisocial behaviour and community safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of Household Support Workers, developing, delivering and improving integrated services to individuals and households.
  • Support the team in providing holistic supports, including Housing Support, Family Support and Mediation.
  • Promote a restorative approach to neighbour disputes, social inclusion and community involvement.
  • Ensure effective change management, organisational planning and communication with a broad range of individuals and groups.
  • Encourage and challenge staff to empower them to reach their potential.

Qualifications Professional Registration

  • Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Housing Support Supervisor.
  • Qualified to SVQ level 4 (SCQF 8) in a relevant field or equivalent, or willingness to work towards the qualification.
  • Knowledge of the relevant National Care Standards or Scottish Antisocial Behaviour legislation, or willingness to gain the relevant knowledge.
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and development.

Pre Employment Checks

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. Individuals who have spent a continuous period of three months or more out of the UK in the last five years will need to provide an Overseas Criminal Record Check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement will be subject to satisfactory outcome of these checks.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued. We especially encourage applications from women for senior roles, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people. 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.

Salary & Benefits

Typical salary range reflects the initial starting salary and increases annually until reaching the top of the range. We offer flexible working arrangements and a full suite of employment policies, including support for mental health, occupational health, and colleague listening services.

Job Information

  • Job Identification 13534
  • Job Category Housing
  • Posting Date 02/25/2026
  • Apply Before 03/11/2026
  • Degree Level Basic education/training
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Locations Multiple Locations across City
  • Contract Type Permanent
  • Annual Working Duration 52 Weeks

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