Administrator

Turning Point Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Turning Point Scotland is seeking an organised and enthusiastic Administrator to support our team. The role emphasises clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage diverse tasks with initiative.

We welcome applicants who enjoy variety, are proactive, and can work independently while collaborating with colleagues. The organisation values lived experience and inclusive recruitment practices.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a new environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to teams and programmes.
• Keep information flowing smoothly by handling inquiries and coordinating scheduling.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Prioritisation

Independent worker

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Your Next Career Move? Consider It Organised! Looking for a role where your organisational skills, initiative and attention to detail can make a real difference? At Turning Point Scotland, Because People Matter isn't just something we say – it's at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for a motivated, organised and enthusiastic Administrator to join our team and play an important role in supporting the work we do. This is more than an opportunity to put your administrative skills to good use. It's a chance to become part of a values-driven organisation where your contribution matters, your ideas are welcomed and your potential is recognised.

What will you bring?

You'll be someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in getting things right and thrives on keeping things running smoothly. With strong communication and organisational skills, you'll be confident managing competing priorities, working independently and collaborating with colleagues. Whether you're an experienced administrator or looking to bring transferable skills to a new environment, we value a positive attitude, adaptability and a willingness to learn.

Edinburgh Visiting Housing Support Service

Turning Point Scotland is the biggest provider of services to people experiencing or at risk of Homelessness across Scotland, delivering support to around 2000 individuals on any given day, 4500 per year. We believe that in many cases, Homelessness is entirely preventable. Where Homelessness is not or cannot be, prevented the experience should be brief and non-recurring.

We provide support to people who are:

• Experiencing Homelessness
• At risk of Homelessness
• Need some support to protect their home

Our Edinburgh Visiting Housing Support Service provides Housing Support to people who are at risk of becoming homeless, who are homeless or who have recently experienced homelessness to move to or keep settled accommodation and gain independent living skills. The support we provide is always person centred, we do this by involving people who know the person well, this includes

• family and friends
• other health and Social Work professionals
• Advocacy services
• our own staff members

Ready to make your next career move count? Bring your skills, enthusiasm and individuality to Turning Point Scotland. We'd love to hear from you.

We value lived experience.

We welcome applications from all candidates who are eligible to work in the United Kingdom. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Turning Point Scotland offers a Salary Matching within the pay points of the role and based on experience.

Please note that IT skills are required for all our vacancies.

Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within 6 months of start date.