Based in Lochgelly - Competitive Salary + On-Call Pay + Mileage + Pension
Are you a meticulous planner who thrives under pressure?
Do you have experience scheduling complex care rotas and want to make a real impact?
Eidyn Care is a family-owned, award-winning Care at Home provider. We are expanding our team and seeking a Scheduler / Care Coordinator with the grit, intelligence, and heart to keep our carers running smoothly—and our clients receiving the high-quality, person-centred care they deserve.
This role is not for the faint-hearted. You'll be managing tight schedules, balancing staff availability, handling last-minute changes, and minimising travel time for our team. If you're calm in a storm, obsessed with accuracy, and ready to be the nerve centre of an exceptional care team—we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Create and maintain weekly rotas, optimising travel and continuity of care
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Work closely with Care Team Leads to plan schedules and ensure each run is safely staffed
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Organise and record staff holidays, cover planned and unplanned absences, and keep the schedule running smoothly
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React to last-minute changes and support with real-time problem-solving
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Liaise with clients, families, and professionals to maintain continuity and trust
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Participate in on-call duties (evenings/weekends on rotation)
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Opportunity to move to full-time: spend half your time in the field doing spot checks, reviews & client assessments
What We're Looking For
- Experienced scheduler (ideally in domiciliary or healthcare settings)
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Proven background in rota optimisation, absence management, and team support
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Confident working with Care Team Leads and frontline carers
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Excellent communication and planning skills
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Ability to stay composed in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
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Proficient in CarePlanner/ Nourish, PASS, or similar systems
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Driver with own vehicle
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SVQ 3 or willing to work toward it
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Meticulous attention to detail — no shift falls through the cracks on your watch
What We Offer
- Permanent, full-time role
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Paid training and career development to grow into more senior roles
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On-call pay, pension scheme, holiday pay & mileage reimbursement
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A supportive team culture (we call ourselves the Eidyn Angels!)
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A business that genuinely values your contribution — and the people you help care for
Join a team where your scheduling skills keep the care running.
Apply today and help us make care better, together.
#INFI #FIFE #SCHEDULER #HOMECARE
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
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Employee discount
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On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you require sponsorship ?(unfortunately we are not able to offer this)
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What level of SVQ do you have?
Education:
- Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
- scheduling: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lochgelly KY5 9AA
