Care assistant Work, Jobs in Portobello (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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9d
Care Assistant
Cera Care —Musselburgh
- £13.45 - £13.85 an hour
- Weekend availability
- No experience needed
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Care Assistant (Days)
Lindemann Care Home Group - Cramond Manor —Edinburgh
- From £13.60 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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13d
Care Assistant (Days)
Lindemann Care Home Group - Morningside Manor —Edinburgh
- From £13.60 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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13d
256708 (PP) Maternity Care Assistant
NHS Scotland —Edinburgh
- £31,537 - £34,303 a year
- Part-time
13d
Care Assistant
Northcare Scotland —Edinburgh
- £13.75 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Paid training
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17h
Care Assistant - Care Home
Barchester Healthcare —Edinburgh
- £13.75 an hour
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Operations Assistant
Lothian Community Transport Services —Portobello
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Pharmacy Healthcare Assistant
Omnicare Pharmacy —Edinburgh
- From £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- In-person
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Care Assistant (Nights)
Lindemann Care Home Group - Cramond Manor —Edinburgh
- From £13.60 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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13d
Health Care Support Worker
Genus Medical Fertility —Dalkeith
- £27,000 - £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Patient care
- Organisational skills
- Cleaning
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14d
Health Care Assistant
Mansfield Care —Peebles
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Cleaning
- In-person
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Care Assistant
Claremont Park Nursing Home —Leith
- From £12.82 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Driving
- In-person
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7d
Care Support Worker
Midlothian Council —Bonnyrigg
- £17,861.21 - £31,783.00 a year
- Call to connect
- Communication skills
- Time management
8d
Personal Assistant / Companion (Part-Time)
Middleton Family —Edinburgh
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- In-person
- Care plans
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Home Carer
Lynedoch Care Ltd —Edinburgh
- £12.75 - £16.15 an hour
- Part-time
- Care experience
- Organisational skills
- In-person
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Care Assistant (Nights)
Lindemann Care Home Group - Thorburn Manor Ops Ltd —Edinburgh
- From £13.60 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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13d
Care Assistant (Dayshift/Nightshift)
Abbotsford Care (Glenrothes) Ltd —East Wemyss
- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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Care Assistant - Edinburgh
Erskine Veterans Charity —Edinburgh
- £14.00 - £14.02 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
6d
Health Care Support Worker
RGH‑Global Limited —Musselburgh
- £12 an hour
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount

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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
9 days 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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