Family support specialist Work, Jobs in Scotland (with Salaries)

254092 Bereavement Service Co-ordinator
NHS Scotland —Edinburgh
- £43,231 - £52,679 a year
- Organisational skills
- Hospice
- Annual leave
9d
Marie Curie Bereavement Services Coordinator
Marie Curie —Edinburgh
- £43,231 - £52,679 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Hospice
- Annual leave
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Trainee Health Visitor
NHS Scotland —Stirling
- £52,845 - £61,466 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- University
- Travel
- Annual leave
10d
Bamby Childcare Professional – Flexible Babysitting, Events & Family Support
Bamby care —North Ayrshire
- From £12.50 an hour
- Childcare
- English
- Experience working with children
- Flexitime
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Locality Co-ordinator (Inclusion), 2 High Street
Perth & Kinross Council —Perth
- £64,659 a year
- Full-time
- Team management
- Travel
- Classroom experience
Locality Co-ordinator (Inclusion), 2 High Street, Perth
Perth and Kinross Council —Perth
- £64,659 a year
- Military
- Team management
- Travel
- Annual leave
As & When Workers (23437)
Barnardo's —Scotland
- £14.91 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
4d
Financial Investigator
HM Revenue and Customs —Gartcosh
- £37,682 - £40,705 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
- Work from home
11d
Support Worker - Urology Oncology- Single Point of Contact Post
NHS Scotland —Glasgow
- £31,537 - £34,303 a year
- Part-time
- Military
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Inclusion Support Worker - Enhanced - Stirling Inclusion Support Service - 102280
Stirling Council —Stirling
- £12,151 - £13,143 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Annual leave
- Work from home
10d
Pupil Support Teacher - Intensive Support Provision, Perth Academy
Perth and Kinross Council —Perth
- £36,159 - £54,453 a year
- Military
- IT
- School
- Annual leave
Investigations Operations Leader
Department for Work and Pensions —Livingston
- £38,772 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Human resources
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Register Your Interest Facilities Services Opportunities Various Locations!
Sodexo —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Management
- Customer service
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
8d
Youth Care Practitioner - 26 hours per week (12noon - 1030pm)
Rossie Young People's Trust —Montrose
- £31,230 - £40,417 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Childcare
- Organisational skills
- Care plans
Quick apply
Fraud Officer Ayr and Kilmarnock
Department for Work and Pensions —Ayr
- £32,137 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Police Constable AFO Dounreay - 2026
Civil Nuclear Constabulary —Dounreay
- £50,256 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Driving
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Information & Support Assistant (EdHelp)
University of Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Customer service
- University
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Pupil Support Assistant Level 2
Fife Council —Cupar
- £26,786.83 - £29,170.80 a year
- Part-time
- Education
- IT
- School
- Employee discount
Radioactive Substances Specialist
Scottish Environment Protection Agency —Aberdeen
- £48,026 - £53,056 a year
- Full-time
- No degree
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Help for Carers Access Officer
Falkirk Citizens Advice Bureau —Falkirk
- £27,827 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
Quick apply
11d

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254092 Bereavement Service Co-ordinator

NHS Scotland -
Edinburgh

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Job details

Permanent
£43,231 - £52,679 a year
9 days ago

Benefits

Season ticket loan
Annual leave
Company pension

Qualifications

Foundation degree
Organisational skills

Full job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Are you passionate about supporting people through some of life's most challenging moments? Join our dedicated team at Edinburgh Hospice as a Bereavement Services Co-ordinator, where you'll play a vital role in helping people navigate their grief journey. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference while contributing to the wider priorities and values of Marie Curie. If you're an empathetic, organised and motivated professional with experience of counselling, bereavement support or related services, we'd love to hear from you.

What you will be doing: In this rewarding role, you will:
Coordinate referrals, undertaking initial assessments and triage, and ensuring people receive the most appropriate support for their needs.

Manage waiting lists, caseloads and service allocations to ensure timely access to bereavement support.

Facilitate bereavement support groups and coordinating the staff and volunteers who help deliver these services.

Manage recruiting, training, supervising and supporting volunteers, ensuring they feel confident, safe and valued in their role.

Provide compassionate bereavement support to individuals and families through face-to-face sessions, telephone calls, video appointments and support groups.

Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure families receive information, guidance and support following bereavement.

Provide emotional and psychological support to bereaved individuals and identifying when additional specialist support or external referrals may be required.

Liaise with healthcare professionals and community organisations to provide a joined-up approach to bereavement care.

Coordinate bereavement-related events and encouraging participation from staff, volunteers and the wider community.

Maintain accurate records, managing service administration and ensuring all activity meets Marie Curie policies and professional standards. Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and supporting the wider priorities and objectives of Marie Curie.

What we’re looking for:
A recognised counselling qualification (DipHE, Foundation Degree in Counselling, or equivalent).

Professional membership of BACP, IABACP, or another recognised counselling/psychotherapy body.

Experience supporting people affected by bereavement, loss, or end-of-life issues.

The ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, volunteers and external partners. Excellent organisational skills, with experience managing referrals and caseloads. Please see the full job description here

What’s in it for me?

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale Band 6 £43,231 to £52,679 pro rata per annum Contract: Permanent Part Time 30 hours per week

Base: Onsite Marie Curie Hospice Edinburgh Frogston Road West EH10 7DR

Benefits You’ll Love

Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 10 public holidays (pro rata)

Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave

Continuous Professional development

Industry leading training programmes

Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work

Defined contribution schemes for Pension

Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme

Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems

Introduce a friend scheme

Help with eyecare cost

Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card

Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme

Life assurance for all employees

Application Process Close date for applications: 30th July 2026 (please note we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive suitable applications, we advise applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment).

Shortlisting: 3rd August 2026

Interview Dates: 13th August 2026

As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role. At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at [email protected]. Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you your experience, perspective and voice.

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