 Despite being born in Swansea, Scott began his career at Cardiff City, the local rivals of his hometown club, making nine appearances during the 1989–90 season, his only start coming in a 3–1 defeat to Leyton Orient.At the end of the season he was released as they suffered relegation to Division Four.He had short spells with Colchester United and Southend United without making a first-team appearance for either side.