Advertised from 30 July 2026

Role

In our temporary supported accommodations, the core purpose of this job is to support people who are experiencing homelessness, to build the skills and support networks they need to prepare them for independent living when they move into their own tenancy.

In our supported settled accommodations, the core purpose is to support people who have experienced homelessness and have complex needs, to give them a secure home for life in a supported environment.

The Support Worker will provide housing support, both practical and emotional support to residents using our service that promotes choice, inclusion in community of choice and encourages personal responsibility. To work with CEC and staff to support people to keep their tenancy, through ‘Letters of Support’ and positive move ons where possible. The support worker will be an effective team player in a challenging environment and establish and maintain positive professional relationships with a range of external services. The Support Worker will also maintain the building protocols such as, fire testing, reporting repairs, checking and reporting on equipment, preparing for PAT, daily cleaning duties and alerting the Service Lead to any concerns or issues arising.

Aspen Tree House is a Rapid Access accommodation, one of only 4 Rapid Access accommodation in Edinburgh. It provides accommodation for 15 men aged 18 and above. We work with the Street Team who bring people who are sleeping rough straight into the accommodation. Our aim is to set up benefits, EdIndex, housing benefit and bank accounts and then move people on to a temporary accommodation of their choice until they get their own tenancy. Aspen is also pet friendly.

Application notes

To apply, please send your CV/Cover Letter to hradmin@rowanalba.org

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