Young Carers Support Worker

Third Sector D&G; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Scotland seeks a dedicated individual to join the Young Carers Project, providing essential support to children and young people with caring responsibilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by Young Carers and demonstrate skills in offering both one-to-one and group support. Flexibility in working hours is required, along with access to a car for travel to various activities. The role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Young Carers.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Health plan subscription

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of children and young people.
• Understanding the impact of being a Young Carer.
• Skills to deliver one-to-one and group support.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Young Carers Manager for service provision.
• Offer information and support services.
• Assist in developing age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain links with health and social work professionals.

Skills

Knowledge of working with children and young people

Ability to deliver one-to-one support

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Skills to deliver group sessions

Job description

Overview

Organisation: Dumfries and Galloway Carers Centre

An exciting opportunity for the right person to join our Carer support service within the Young Carers Project. Have you got what it takes to provide support to children and young people who have caring responsibilities? A sound knowledge of working with children and young people. An understanding of the role that a Young Carer / Young Adult Carer has and how this can impact their life. The skills for a demanding, yet very rewarding job delivering one to one support. The skills to help deliver group sessions. The flexibility to work after school hours into the early evening, occasional weekend work and residentials. Access to own car. 15 hours per week.

Benefits: Contributory pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements. Sign up to free subscription of health plan.

Responsibilities

• To report to the Young Carers Manager in the provision of services for Young Carers/Young Adult Carers.
• To offer information, advice and support services to Young Carers and Young Adult Carers, their families and professionals as appropriate and to publicise and promote Young Carers activities.
• To work with Young Carers and Young Adult Carers individually and in groups. Provide advocacy where appropriate or support to access independent advocacy.
• To assess the needs of Young Carers/Young Adult Carers and establish the support required from the Project.
• To assist in the development and delivery of age appropriate activities for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers including evening work & occasional residential breaks.
• To prepare and distribute information: a) for Young Carers and Young Adult Carers b) about Young Carers and Young Adult Carers issues
• To raise awareness about the needs of Young Carers and Young Adult Carers within the statutory, private and voluntary sector. Establish and maintain links with relevant professionals in health, social work, education and third sector
• To encourage and enable Young Carers and Young Adult Carers to constructively voice their needs and advocate where necessary.
• To attend regular Carers Centre staff meetings, Young Carers staff meetings and supervision.
• To attend training sessions where appropriate and adhere to Health & Safety, Child Protection and Adult Support & Protection requirements.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the Young Carers Manager and the Board of Trustees.
• To establish and maintain links with relevant professionals in health, social work, education and third sector.
• To participate in promotional activities relating to the work of the organisation including giving presentations.
• To collect statistical and other relevant information, including on unmet need, required for monitoring and reporting purposes and produce reports/information as required.
• To assist Young Carers to develop a Young Carers Statement using the Outcome My Star tool.
• To assist Young Adult Carers to develop an Adult Carers Support Plan using an outcome focused approach
• Identify and support Young Adult Carers to access and participate in mainstream services
• Complete Young Carers and Young Adult Carers case notes and ensure accurate records are maintained on the Centres Database.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A sound knowledge of working with children and young people.
• An understanding of the role that a Young Carer / Young Adult Carer has and how this can impact their life.
• The skills for a demanding, yet very rewarding job delivering one to one support.
• The skills to help deliver group sessions.
• The flexibility to work after school hours into the early evening, occasional weekend work and residentials.
• Access to own car.

Dates

Closing Date: Friday 27th February 2026

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 18th March