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Top job! Supervising Social Worker - Fostering
- Full time
- £39,282 – £42,123
- Remote: Central Scotland
- Closing 20th January 2026
Are you passionate about helping vulnerable children and young people to have the best opportunities to fulfil their potential? Do you believe that children have the right to live within a safe family environment where they get the care, support and encouragement they need to flourish?
If so, the role of Supervising Social Worker may give you a perfect chance to fulfil these aims.
About Aberlour Fostering
Our Fostering Team is home based, with access to offices for team meetings. We are a National Fostering Service, so this role requires travel to be able to meet with foster carers and other agencies. This specific role mostly covers Central belt/Fife area but there will be further travel required for team meetings/development days.
What we are looking for....
With trauma informed practice at the heart of our work, Aberlour has a strong reputation, built over 20 years, for providing fostering services for vulnerable children and young people in Scotland. We are currently looking to recruit a Supervising Social Worker to join our team. As a Supervising Social Worker, you will be responsible for recruiting, assessing and supervising a group of Foster Carers. This role is crucial, bringing together the needs of looked after children and young people and support and management of Foster Carers, liaising with the placing Local Authority. Your work with the Foster Carers will have a direct impact on the children and young people that they foster and so the role is key in supporting the Foster Carers to provide the right environment and support for the child/young person they foster. You will also contribute to the delivery and development of the Fostering Service. Evening and weekend work may be required, and you will be part of an on call rota.
“Aberlour Fostering is 5 Star. As we have taken a child under our wing, Aberlour has taken us under theirs. We feel part of a team, one big family with the same common goals and values. Working together with amazing people, we feel supported and valued” - one of our current foster carers.
We are looking for people who:
- Have a recognised social work qualification
- Register and maintain an appropriate professional registration with the SSSC as a social worker
- Have experience of working within Children's services
- Have an understanding of fostering and the current legislation framework
- Hold a full UK driving licence
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. Have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity
We also follow Data Protection Guidelines - Here is our privacy policy.
For an informal discussion, please contact Kerryanne Duffin, Service Manager, on 07815 839567 (not available on Wednesdays).
Top job! Country Director - Scotland
- Full time
- £53,836 – £59,012
- Hybrid: Glasgow
- Closing 25th January 2026
Who we are
The Fostering Network is the UK’s leading fostering charity and membership organisation, dedicated to empowering, enriching and supporting the relationships at the heart of the fostering community.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for someone with extensive experience of the fostering sector to assist with leading the work in one of our four nations. You will have experience of working with local authorities, key government officials and a broad range of key stakeholders.
A strategic thinker, collaborative, with excellent leadership skills and a wide range of experience. You will be a member of a leadership team or looking to progress your career to this level. You will bring a track record of delivering excellent outcomes in the field of social work, specifically fostering and care experienced children, along with a desire to continue to develop your skillset.
Additionally, you will have experience of managing budgets and able to demonstrate a knowledge of sound safeguarding practice.
What you’ll be doing
This is an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre professional with leadership experience to join our fantastic organisation. This post is one of four Country Directors, working with the CEO to deliver on our organisational strategic objectives in each country
The post will manage and lead on key initiatives in a specific country, drive forward the monitoring, impact and evaluation of our work and ensure continuous improvement through innovative models of practice. You will have responsibility for developing and maintaining key stakeholder relationships and be responsible for securing grants, fundraising and engage in activity to promote TFN and respond to the needs of the sector. A key responsibility for the post holder is to ensure that our services and products are sector leading, evidence-based and child centred.
What we can offer you
- 38 days leave (including bank holidays)
- A range of family friendly and fostering friendly leave options Flexible and hybrid working
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay
- Enhanced sick pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline
- Pension and life assurance
- Contribution to eye tests and lenses
- Season ticket loans
Our commitments to you
The Fostering Network is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community and especially those from under-represented and minoritised backgrounds. All applications and hiring decisions will be considered on merit.
If you identify as care experienced and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under our commitment to the Care Leaver Covenant
If you have a disability, please tell us what reasonable adjustments would support your participation in the recruitment process
We are open to job-sharing arrangements for all roles, please indicate this in the application form if you are applying as part of a job share
Top job! Director
- Full time or Part time
- £45,000 – £48,000
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 19th January 2026
The Director is the senior leader of Firefly International, responsible for driving the charity’s mission to support war-affected children through the provision of education, mental health and peacebuilding programmes delivered in genuine partnership with our overseas partners. This is a hands-on leadership role within a small, donation-dependent charity, suited to an adaptable allrounder who is motivated to lead growth and change rather than maintain the status quo. Firefly has a good track record and a good reputation and has both the will and the capacity to do more and do better, for the children it exists to serve. To do that, it needs to recruit the right Director.
Organisation Profile
Firefly International was established as an arts-based playgroup, as civil war was coming to an end in Bosnia, to bring Bosnia’s Croat, Serb and Muslim children together. The founder, Ellie Maxwell, was a student at the University of Edinburgh at the time. Firefly still works in Bosnia, supporting its locally registered partner, Svitac (Firefly in local language) which is based in Brcko in the north-east, where the population is divided between the three ethnicities. It runs daily classes for pre-school children, outreach sessions with high schools and a youth group for the 16+ age group. All activities aim to build tolerance between different ethnicities and tackle the ignorance that fuels hatred and fear.
Since 2016 it has also been working with a Syrian partner organisation, delivering trauma-informed education. Initially it was working just in the Syrian refugee communities in Turkey. Later, it began work in northern Syria and more recently it has begun teaching in and around Latakia in western Syria. This is the largest of our three programme areas and the one with the most pressing demands for expansion, in response to the gaps in education in Syria today.
Until 7th October 2023 we partnered with a child mental health centre in Gaza. We have had to close the centre but aim to return to Gaza when we can. Meantime, we partner with an Egyptian group who help child medical evacuees from Gaza with therapeutic and educational activities.
Firefly is a long-established charity, small but with a long reach and ambitious goals. It is distinctive in its stated aim of remaining with its partners for as long as it is needed and useful. It encourages the development of projects by local staff in response to local needs. Its income and scope have grown considerably in recent years. It is driven by the need to be as effective as it can be, supporting partners in their aspirations for the children and young people of their own communities.
The Role
This is a full-time role based in Edinburgh for a Director at Firefly International (open to discussing part time or flexible working arrangements). The Director will oversee the strategic direction, daily operations, and overall performance of the organisation. Key tasks include managing budgets, fundraising efforts, supervising staff and volunteers, maintaining strong relationships with partner organisations, and ensuring the effective delivery of programmes. The Director will also represent Firefly to stakeholders, including donors and international partners, and work to enhance its impact and visibility.
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Job Purpose
Working within ACDI’s youth work team there will be a strong requirement for innovation and creativity to encourage, inspire and support children and families living in Auchinleck and surrounding communities.
Delivery of programmes of empowering activities to assist them to be aware of their rights and responsibilities and enable them to take greater control of their lives.
You will have the ability to lead and undertake appropriate marketing activities in the community to ensure families are aware of the initiative.
You will help to deliver high quality and inspiring health and wellbeing workshop sessions that will achieve the programme outcomes complementing the Scottish Government National Outcomes.
A full Job Description is available for download below.
Young People's Worker (Part time) - Options Aberdeen
- Part time
- £29,155 – £32,534 pro-rata
- On site: Aberdeen
- Closing 26th January 2026
“Our Children and young people have fun, feel loved & included, and go home with a smile.”
Join Our Team at Options Aberdeen
Options Aberdeen is a unique service created through a dynamic partnership between Aberlour and Aberdeen City Council. We deliver a flexible range of support—residential short breaks, care at home, and care in the community—tailored to meet the needs of children and young people with complex disabilities.
When families trust us with their child’s care, they know we provide a safe, nurturing, ‘home-from-home’ environment. This gives parents the chance to recharge while their child enjoys new experiences, builds confidence, and makes lasting friendships.
Working with us is not about quick fixes—it’s about making a real difference over time. You’ll help children achieve small, meaningful steps that lead to life-changing progress. It’s challenging work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.
Why join Options Aberdeen?
- Impact that matters: Every day, you’ll make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.
- Career development: We’ll support you to consolidate your skills and build new ones, opening doors to future opportunities.
- Team culture: Be part of a respected service with a strong reputation for excellence.
- Variety and growth: No two days are the same—you’ll gain experience across residential care, community support, and family engagement.
If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want a role where your contribution truly counts, we’d love to hear from you.
Family feedback:
“Aberlour Options Aberdeen for us has been a godsend. Our lives have changed at home. They listen to your views and try and help with whatever is the problem.” Parent.
What We’re Looking For
Are you ready for a new challenge and the chance to build on your existing skills? At Options Aberdeen, you’ll join an inclusive, supportive team where your development matters. Our experienced Lead Practitioners will provide guidance and mentoring to help you grow in confidence, enhance your skills, and deliver outstanding care for the children and young people we support.
We welcome individuals who can bring their own experience and expertise to complement our team. But if you’re just starting your career in social childcare, you’ll also be a valued addition. In return for your commitment and hard work, we’ll invest in your training and development so you can thrive in your role.
We have various part time posts available, working 15 to 22.5 hours per week. Please state in your application form your preference of hours.
We are looking for candidates with enthusiasm, motivation and a caring nature with a commitment to working in a child-centred, outcomes-focused way. Candidates will have a collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to care and support plans that make a real difference. We are particularly interested in candidates with healthcare experience and skills to support children and young people with complex health needs in their own homes. This post is worked as part of a rota and includes, evenings, weekends and sleepovers.
Please note, due to the nature of this role, a full, valid driving licence is essential and the driving of service vehicles will be required. You must have held your licence for at least 12 months.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.
What We Offer
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.
We also follow Data Protection Guidelines - Here is our privacy policy.
If you have any queries please e-mail: jobs@aberlour.org.uk
Aberlour is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our service users and uses a thorough and rigorous recruitment and selection process including PVG Scheme checks to ensure this commitment is not compromised.
Young People's Worker (37.5hrs) - Options Aberdeen
- Full time
- £29,155 – £32,534
- On site: Aberdeen
- Closing 26th January 2026
“Our Children and young people have fun, feel loved & included, and go home with a smile.”
Join Our Team at Options Aberdeen
Options Aberdeen is a unique service created through a dynamic partnership between Aberlour and Aberdeen City Council. We deliver a flexible range of support—residential short breaks, care at home, and care in the community—tailored to meet the needs of children and young people with complex disabilities.
When families trust us with their child’s care, they know we provide a safe, nurturing, ‘home-from-home’ environment. This gives parents the chance to recharge while their child enjoys new experiences, builds confidence, and makes lasting friendships.
Working with us is not about quick fixes—it’s about making a real difference over time. You’ll help children achieve small, meaningful steps that lead to life-changing progress. It’s challenging work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.
Why join Options Aberdeen?
- Impact that matters: Every day, you’ll make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.
- Career development: We’ll support you to consolidate your skills and build new ones, opening doors to future opportunities.
- Team culture: Be part of a respected service with a strong reputation for excellence.
- Variety and growth: No two days are the same—you’ll gain experience across residential care, community support, and family engagement.
If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want a role where your contribution truly counts, we’d love to hear from you.
Family feedback:
“Aberlour Options Aberdeen for us has been a godsend. Our lives have changed at home. They listen to your views and try and help with whatever is the problem.” Parent.
What We’re Looking For
Are you ready for a new challenge and the chance to build on your existing skills? At Options Aberdeen, you’ll join an inclusive, supportive team where your development matters. Our experienced Lead Practitioners will provide guidance and mentoring to help you grow in confidence, enhance your skills, and deliver outstanding care for the children and young people we support.
We welcome individuals who can bring their own experience and expertise to complement our team. But if you’re just starting your career in social childcare, you’ll also be a valued addition. In return for your commitment and hard work, we’ll invest in your training and development so you can thrive in your role.
We are looking for candidates with enthusiasm, motivation and a caring nature with a commitment to working in a child-centred, outcomes-focused way. Candidates will have a collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to care and support plans that make a real difference. We are particularly interested in candidates with healthcare experience and skills to support children and young people with complex health needs in their own homes. This post is worked as part of a rota and includes, evenings, weekends and sleepovers.
Please note, due to the nature of this role, a full, valid driving licence is essential and the driving of service vehicles will be required. You must have held your licence for at least 12 months.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.
What We Offer
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.
We also follow Data Protection Guidelines - Here is our privacy policy.
If you have any queries please e-mail: jobs@aberlour.org.uk
Aberlour is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our service users and uses a thorough and rigorous recruitment and selection process including PVG Scheme checks to ensure this commitment is not compromised.
Relief Young People’s Workers (Options Fife – Residential Glenrothes)
- Part time
- Sessional
- On site: Glenrothes
- Closing 26th January 2026
Do you have relevant experience of working with children and young people with a disability and/or autism or relevant experience in a similar sector/work environment?
About Aberlour Options Fife Residential Glenrothes…
At Aberlour we listen to understand what our young people want and need within our local area. As such, our service in Glenrothes supports young people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live and thrive within the local community.
What we are looking for....
Our relief workers play a crucial role in supporting our team. This work is offered on a casual, hourly paid basis to provide cover during staff absence and/or particularly busy periods. Ideally, you will have experience of direct work with children and families and/or experience of working with children or adults with a learning disability and/or an autism spectrum condition.
What we offer…
You will receive a planned and supported induction consisting of a varied training programme; including CALM training, Child Protection training and other training specific to the job role. You will be working alongside a highly motivated and skilled team to provide a personalised service for our young people.
Join Early Years Scotland (EYS) Family Support Service (FSS) at HMP Greenock!
Are you a passionate, confident, and supportive individual looking to make a real difference? We are seeking a Family Support Worker to support families at our EYS FSS at HMP Greenock.
Why this role matters:
Families affected by imprisonment face numerous emotional, financial, and practical challenges. They often struggle to find the support and information they need. Our EYS FSS is dedicated to transforming the visit experience for children, families, and friends by creating a welcoming and positive environment. We aim to reduce stress, build confidence, and provide comprehensive support to those whose lives are impacted by imprisonment.
Your impact:
As a Family Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in achieving positive outcomes for families and children.
Your responsibilities will include:
Enhancing the visiting experience: Make visits to loved ones in prison more positive and less stressful.
Providing essential support: Offer independent and impartial advice, information, and support tailored to families' needs.
Advocating for families: Champion the needs of families within the prison system.
What you'll do:
Connect positively with visitors, offering one-to-one support and valuable information.
Collaborate with community-based services to develop and enhance the service.
Work closely with Scottish Prison Service (SPS) staff to ensure a supportive and positive environment.
Receive ongoing support from the EYS Service Manager.
Why apply?
This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of families affected by imprisonment. If you are motivated, confident, and ready to support others, we want to hear from you!
Post details
- 17.5 hours per week over 52 weeks per annum
Monday: 2.00pm – 8.30pm
Saturday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Admin work – 3 ½ hrs working from home
- £12,842 pro-rata per annum (£25,685 FTE); £14.11 per hour (Point 24 on scale 24-26)
- 25 days Annual Leave in the first year rising to 30 days thereafter
- 12 public holidays per annum
- PVG Scheme membership will be required
Salary, allowances and entitlements are pro-rata to hours worked.
There are a range of staff benefits including 5% pension contribution, access to Employee Assistance Programme, professional learning opportunities, family friendly and wellbeing policies and others.
This post is funded by the Scottish Government (subject to continued funding).
Family Engagement Practitioners
- Full time or Part time
- £25,685
- On site: Glasgow
- Closing 31st January 2026
Early Years Scotland are looking for experienced Family Engagement Practitioners to join our amazing staff team delivering our services in Glasgow and surrounding areas.
Family Engagement Practitioners (FEPs) with Early Years Scotland (EYS) have a unique, exciting role within the early years sector. An EYS Family Engagement Practitioner has responsibility for providing support and promoting parental engagement and a whole family wellbeing service through the adoption of a multi-agency collaborative approach.
Our EYS staff team work together with children and families on a continual basis, across a variety of settings within communities with a focus on enriching and enhancing parental skills and capacity to improve, strengthen and maximise:
- positive attachments and relationships between parents/carers and children
- early literacy and communication skills
- shared interactions and approaches to learning
- cost-free and enriching and nurturing home learning environments
- healthy living approaches
- support for entitlements.
- meaningful transitions
You will be fully involved in shaping, developing, and evaluating the early years health programmes and innovative shared play and learning sessions you deliver.
A typical week’s activity could consist of:
- delivering a health programme to parents
- delivering Stay Play and Learn sessions incorporating health-based learning experiences.
- Working in various locations delivering community programmes
EYS will likewise invest in you, providing regular and supported professional learning and experience opportunities that will enhance your career profile, develop your skills and knowledge in creative and unique ways and inspire your practice in new and exciting ways!
Post Details
- 35 and 25 hours per week over 52 weeks per annum (other part-time contracts may be available, please note this on your application when applying).
- £25,685 FTE which is point 24 on scale 24-26
- 25 days Annual Leave in the first year rising to 30 days thereafter
- 12 public holidays per annum
Salary, allowances and entitlements are pro-rata to hours worked.
Applicants’ qualifications must be consistent with those required to register as a Practitioner with SSSC, e.g:
- HNC Childhood Practice at SCQF Level 7
- SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 7 .
- Additional ELC qualifications welcomed.
PVG Scheme membership will be required.
Early Years Community Engagement Administrator
- Full time
- £22,995
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 18th January 2026
We are looking for an experienced administrator with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Early Years team (Bookbug) at Scottish Book Trust.
Scottish Book Trust is a national charity that believes books, reading and writing have the power to change lives. A love of reading inspires creativity, improves employment opportunities, mental health and wellbeing and is one of the most effective ways to help break the poverty cycle. We work towards a Scotland where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive through literacy.
What we offer
• Full, fixed-term role
• Competitive salary
• Flexible hybrid working between home and our Edinburgh City Centre Office, with great access by train, bus, and tram
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company Sick Pay
• Pension with 5% employer contributions
• Death in service benefit
• Free access to employee assistance programme
This is an excellent opportunity for you to join Scottish Book Trust as an administrator. The position offers full time working within our Early Years team.
The Early Years (EY) team delivers Bookbug, an evidence-informed programme which aims to promote parent-child bonding and attachment, support children’s language and communication skills, and help their social, emotional and cognitive development through reading, singing and rhyming. Key elements include universal book gifting at four stages, free story, song and rhyme Bookbug Sessions, Bookbug for the Home and community engagement, the Bookbug app, and professional learning opportunities and learning resources for people working with children in their Early Years.