Vacancies
Parent Carer Support Worker – Fife Wide– Part Time
This is a new and exciting post within Fife Carers Centre, made possible by funding from The National Lottery for an initial period of three years.
This role will involve delivering sensitive, person-centred support to unpaid parent and guardian carers who are caring for children or young people with additional needs. It will focus on promoting their physical and mental wellbeing by providing a comprehensive information service that empowers parent carers to make informed decisions about their emotional, physical, and financial health. This includes offering one-to-one support to help parent carers navigate the complex caring role and access the services and resources they need.
This role will assist parent carers in identifying and working towards their personal goals through the Adult Carer Support Planning process. In addition, it will provide benefit checks, support with benefit applications, and offer a compassionate listening ear during challenging times.
The role will also involve developing a strong awareness of, and building collaborative relationships with, local organisations and services—including health, education, and social care partners—to ensure parent carers receive holistic and coordinated support.
Closing date: noon on Wednesday, 11th June 2025
Interview dates: Friday, 20th June 2025
Locality Carer Support Worker - Kirkcaldy - Full Time
This role will involve delivering sensitive, person-centred support to unpaid and family carers. It will promote their physical and mental wellbeing by providing a comprehensive information service that empowers carers to make informed decisions about their emotional, physical, and financial health. This includes offering one-to-one support to help carers access the services they need and develop confidence in managing their caring role.
This role will assist carers in identifying and working towards their personal goals through the Carer Support Planning process. In addition, it will provide benefit checks, support with benefit applications, and offer a compassionate listening ear.
This role will also involve developing awareness of, and building strong working relationships with, organisations and services within the local area to better support carers’ needs.
Closing date: noon on Wednesday, 11th June 2025
Interview dates: Monday, 23th June 2025
Why Work for Fife Carers Centre?
Fair Pay & Benefits
Competitive third-sector salary
32 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 Disclosure Scotland
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