Would you like to help make a genuine difference in someone’s life? Join LCIL and be part of a team that is changing
lives every day.
We are currently recruiting a part-time Independent Living Officer to join our dedicated and supportive team. If you
are passionate about empowering Disabled people and supporting people to achieve greater choice, control and
independence, we would love to hear from you.
At LCIL, we are a user-led organisation committed to supporting Disabled people to live independently in the
community of their choice. Everything we do is grounded in inclusion, respect and collaboration, placing people
at the heart of our services.
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Knowledge of Self-Directed Support, direct payments, Personal Assistant arrangements and independent living
services.
- Experience of providing advice, information and one-to-one support to individuals, carers or
families.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive
relationships and support people to make informed decisions.
- Strong organisational skills and the
ability to manage a varied caseload while maintaining accurate records.
- A commitment to the Social Model
of Disability, equality, inclusion and person-led approaches to support.
You will be confident working with Disabled people, individuals with long-term health conditions, older people,
carers and families, supporting them to understand their rights, access services and develop independent
living
The role includes supporting people who employ Personal Assistants, providing guidance on recruitment, employment
responsibilities and accessing the resources needed to manage their support effectively. You will also work
collaboratively with partner organisations, statutory services and colleagues across LCIL to help deliver
high-quality, person-centred support.
Following initial training in our Edinburgh office, you will work flexibly across office, home and outreach settings,
helping people achieve greater choice, control and independence in their daily lives.
Why Join LCIL?
We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:
- Flexible and hybrid working patterns
- 25 days annual leave + 10 public holidays (prorated for 0.6
FTE)
- Generous employer pension contribution
- Opportunities for personal and professional
development
We want you to feel confident and prepared. That is why all shortlisted candidates will receive interview questions
in advance.
We value thoughtful, considered responses and are keen to hear about the full range of skills and experience you can
bring. This is your chance to show us what matters and how you can make an impact.