Vacancies
Hospital Discharge Support Worker
Join our dedicated team making a real difference to unpaid carers across Fife. This rewarding role supports carers during hospital admissions and discharge planning, ensuring they receive the information, support and services they need to continue in their caring role.
You will have strong people skills, experience of delivering support or advice, and the confidence to work collaboratively with health, social care and third sector partners. A passion for supporting unpaid carers and improving their wellbeing is key.
Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Annual Leave: 33 days per annum including public holidays
Responsible to: Chief Executive
Salary: £28,430.59 per annum
Location: Hybrid working — Based at Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline, working across Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy and Fife's community hospitals, with some home working.
Closing Date: Wednesday 11th November at 12:00 noon.
Interview Date: Friday 20th November
If you would like an informal chat about the role please contact Sandra Morris, Chief Executive at centre@fifecarers.co.uk
Why Work for Fife Carers Centre?
Fair Pay & Benefits
Competitive third-sector salary
33 days' annual leave (including public holidays)
Additional 3–4 days off over Christmas & New Year
6% employer pension contributions (matching employee contributions)
Paid carers leave (one week for employees who have caring responsibilities)
An additional 35 hours of annual leave after 5 years of service
Funded PVG
Work-Life Balance
Regular Monday–Friday working hours
Early finish on Fridays
Wellbeing & Support
Quarterly wellbeing lunches
Regular support, supervision, and annual appraisals
Continuous professional development opportunities
Our Commitment
Recognised as a Carer Positive Exemplary Employer
Equal and inclusive employer, welcoming applications from all sectors of the community
Living Wage Employer – ensuring all staff are paid the Scottish Living Wage