Edinburgh Young Carers is seeking a suitably experienced and qualified applicant to join the service in developing
and providing high quality support to young carers in Edinburgh between the ages of 5 and 25 years, focused
primarily on our 10-12s service.
The post-holder will work alongside colleagues to raise awareness of young carers and their support needs, identify
hidden young carers, and develop and provide support plans to ensure that young carers identified personal
outcomes are being met, in accordance with the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016.
The candidate will need to be suitably qualified and experienced in working with children and young people, with at
least three years proven experience in a role including individual and group work.
Organisation Profile
EYC is a voluntary organisation working with and on behalf of young carers throughout Edinburgh. We are one of the
largest and most well established independent young carers organisations in Scotland. We have a strong
commitment to the rights of children and young people.
Benefits
We take good care of our staff and offer a benefit package including: 27 days’ annual leave plus all public holidays,
6% matched pension, free healthcare through Benenden Health, hybrid working, flexible hours, Cycle to Work
scheme and extensive training opportunities.
We are also a recognised Carer Positive employer.