Are you someone who believes every child and young person deserves the chance to thrive? Do you love building connections, supporting families, and being part of a team that truly cares? If so… you might be exactly who we’re looking for!
Your new Opportunity
We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic, compassionate people to join our Dumfries & Galloway Family Support Service as a Family Support Worker. As part of our team, you’ll work alongside children, young people, and their families to offer emotional, practical, and holistic support.
No two days are the same — one day you might be helping a young person build confidence through activities, the next developing outcome plans to ensure every young person thrives. What is consistent is that everything you do will have a positive impact on someone’s life.
We have opportunities available for:
Contracted Posts – evening and weekend working, structured support, and long-term involvement
Relief Posts – flexible, supportive, and perfect for those who want to make a difference around other commitments
What You’ll Be Doing
- Building trusting relationships with children, young people, and families
- Providing emotional and practical support based on their needs
- Helping young people develop confidence, resilience, and life skills
- Working alongside a warm, supportive team who are always ready to help
- Making meaningful, lasting change to the people we support
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need to have all the answers — what matters most is your attitude. If you’re:
✔ Caring, patient, and a great listener
✔ Passionate about supporting the people we support and families
✔ Able to work flexibly and creatively
✔ Willingness to work evenings and weekends
✔ Confident working independently and as part of a team
…we’d love to hear from you!
Experience in family support, social care, or community work is helpful — but just as valuable are empathy, curiosity, and a genuine desire to help others grow.
What you'll get in return
SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
Generous leave
Training & development opportunities
❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
Family-friendly policies
Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
£500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
️ Life Assurance & Pension
Cycle to Work scheme
️ Access to Concerts for Carers
Whether you’re looking for regular hours or a flexible relief position, we’d be delighted to welcome you to our service.
Come join a team where your kindness and creativity will help transform lives.
Please note: Quarriers cannot guarantee visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK or be able to secure this independently.
