Family support worker Work, Jobs in Fisherrow, Eln (with Salaries)

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Worker - Supporting Fathers & Male Carers
DadsWork SCIO —Prestonpans
- £17,000 a year
- Part-time
- Case management
- In-person
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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1d
Support worker (UASC)
Open Door Scotland —Livingston
- £27,298 a year
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Free parking
- Life insurance
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Family Support Worker - Children's Services
East Lothian Council —Haddington
- £20.13 - £22.51 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Travel
- In-person
- Work from home
12d
Residential Childcare Support Worker - Ravensheugh
East Lothian Council —Musselburgh
- £20.13 - £22.51 an hour
- Weekend availability
12d
Support Worker
CrossReach —Edinburgh
- £13.65 - £14.03 an hour
- Call to connect
- School
- Employee discount
Term Time Early Intervention Mental Health Support Workers (P/T)
Includem —Glenrothes
- £21,047 a year
- Part-time
- English
- In-person
- Care plans
- Flexitime
- Sick pay
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2d
After School Club Practitioner/support worker
LASC Childcare Services Ltd —Loanhead
- £13.45 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- School
Customer Care Assistant
Midlothian Council —Bonnyrigg
- £29,191 - £30,187 a year
- Call to connect
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
6d
Waking Night Support Worker
CareTech Group —Dalkeith
- £27,976 - £33,259 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- School
- Referral programme
ER Case Support Worker - Head Office - 37.5 Hours (FTC - 6 Months)
Holmes Care Group —Fife
- £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Project Worker (Midlothian)
Children First —Dalkeith
- £30,602 - £35,778 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Experience working with children
- Organisational skills
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Rehab Support Worker
NHS Scotland —Kirkcaldy
- £29,103 - £31,409 a year
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
12d
Marie Curie Healthcare Assistant - Urgent Hospice Care at Home
Marie Curie —Edinburgh
- £26,696 - £28,988 a year
- Part-time
- Remote
- Hospice
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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14d
Casual Support Worker - Midlothian
The Action Group —Midlothian
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Support Workers
Capability Scotland —Edinburgh
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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8d
Customer Care Co-ordinator
Mortgage Advice Bureau —Edinburgh
- From £24,784.50 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Organisational skills
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Work from home
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9d
Operative [Works Delivery Track]
Network Rail —Edinburgh
- From £32,000 a year
- Overtime
- Maintenance
- No experience needed
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Annual leave
11h
General Dairy Production Worker
Yester Farm Dairies Ltd —Haddington
- £13.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Quality control
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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5d
Activities Lead - Care Home
Barchester Healthcare —Edinburgh
- £15.47 an hour
- Social media management
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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20h
Relief Young People's Worker
Aberlour Child Care Trust —Prestonpans
- £15.72 an hour
- Weekend availability
14d

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Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Worker - Supporting Fathers & Male Carers

DadsWork SCIO
Prestonpans

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Job details

Part-time
£17,000 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
Annual leave
Company pension

Qualifications

Care record keeping
Driving Licence
Family services experience
Client engagement
Case note recording
Case record updates
Case management
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Safeguarding procedures
Child safeguarding
Signposting to community resources

Full job description

Job Summary

DadsWork SCIO is an active Scottish charity based in Prestonpans, East Lothian, supporting fathers, male caregivers, and their children. It began as DadsWork in 2000 and became a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) in 2022. oscr.org.uk

Its services include:

· Father-support groups and a safe place to share experiences.

· Positive-parenting classes, workshops, and practical advice.

· Home visits, family trips, and activities for fathers and children.

· Support intended to improve mental health, confidence, social connection, and parent-child relationships.

The charity's registered number is SC051771, and its stated purpose includes advancing fathers' education and health and improving the well-being of fathers and male carers

About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Worker to join our team, delivering dedicated support to fathers and men experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting men to improve their mental health, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and access the services they need. The successful candidate will provide person-centred, trauma-informed support through one-to-one sessions, group programmes, community outreach, and partnership working.

Key Responsibilities

Provide emotional and practical support to fathers and men experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges.
Build trusting relationships through person-centred, strengths-based approaches.
Deliver one-to-one wellbeing support, mentoring, and guided conversations.
Facilitate peer support groups, workshops, and wellbeing activities.
Support individuals to identify personal goals and develop wellbeing plans.
Signpost and refer clients to appropriate mental health, housing, employment, financial, family, and community services.
Work collaboratively with partner organisations and statutory services to improve outcomes for clients.
Maintain accurate records, case notes, and outcome monitoring in line with organisational policies including reports to the Project Manager.
Safeguard adults and children by recognising concerns and following safeguarding procedures.
Promote positive mental health, reduce stigma, and encourage early intervention.
Contribute to service development and continuous improvement.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Experience supporting adults experiencing mental health or wellbeing challenges.
Experience with working with fathers or men is desirable
Understands the unique challenges faced by fathers and men, including social isolation, stigma, relationship issues, and barriers to accessing support.
Demonstrates empathy, compassion, and excellent listening skills.
Can build positive, professional relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
Has experience of case management, support planning, or advocacy.
Is confident delivering both one-to-one and group-based support.
Has excellent communication, organisation, and record-keeping skills.
Can work independently while contributing positively to a supportive team.
Has a good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Qualification in Mental Health, Counselling, Social Care, Psychology, Community Development, Health and Social Care, or a related field.
Mental Health First Aid or equivalent training.
Experience working within community, voluntary, or family support services.
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, suicide prevention, or men's mental health.
Experience supporting fathers during pregnancy, the postnatal period, or family transitions is desirable.
UK driver’s license is essential.

What We Offer

A rewarding opportunity to improve the lives of fathers and men within the community.
Ongoing training and professional development.
Regular supervision and wellbeing support.
Flexible working opportunities where appropriate.
Generous annual leave, provided on a pro rata basis.
Pension scheme payable at 5%
A supportive and inclusive working environment.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

Kevin Young – DadsWork SCIO Project Manager, 9a Orchard Crescent, East Lothian, EH32 9JJ or by email – [email protected]

Closing Date: Friday 28th August 2026

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children, and families. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references and, where applicable, a PVG / Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Pay: £17,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Free parking

Work Location: In person

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