Work for us

Part-time Receptionist (Permanent, Edinburgh)

24 hours per week. Salary: £17,845.24

Closing date: Thursday, 16 April 

Interview date: Tuesday, 28 April

Scottish Veterans Residences (SVR) has an opportunity for a part-time receptionist to join the team at our 83-room Edinburgh residence, Whitefoord House, located at the foot of the Royal Mile. This is a Permanent Part Time post (24 hours/week) Tuesday to Friday 13:00-19:00. This post is subject to PVG check. 

SVR is Scotland’s oldest military charity, established in 1910. We support former Armed Forces and Merchant Navy personnel who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or who otherwise need housing support.

Whitefoord House provides dynamic housing support service to assist our Veterans to return to independent living where appropriate. We seek to maximise their independence and provide support to move on to appropriate, permanent accommodation wherever possible. Veterans have their own fully furnished en-suite room and access to all the facilities and support on site. Our facilities include a modern dining room providing all our residents with meals, as well as a gym, community library & and laundry services.

ABOUT YOU

Motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic, you will be responsible for the provision of reception within the Whitefoord House campus providing an efficient and professional service to Scottish Veterans’ Residences service users, external agencies and staff.

With previous experience working with in reception or in a front line role. Ideally you will also have an understanding of the supported housing sector and be able to demonstrate a track record of contributing to high quality services. You are reliable, consistent, focused, and flexible in both your outlook and approach. 

In return, we offer an excellent salary of £17,845.24 per annum, plus additional benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in joining our friendly and professional Team, please read the documents below and complete and return the Application and Equalities Forms. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION/JOB DESCRIPTION

APPLICATION FORM

EQUALITIES FORM

If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Residence Manager Kirsty Smeaton-Brown on 0131 556 6827

Completed applications and equality forms should be submitted to jamie.donaghy@svronline.org no later than noon on Thursday 16th April 2026

Interviews will be held Tuesday 28th April 2026

Please note late Applications & CVs will not be accepted. 

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