The difference we make to families

“It wasn't easy accepting leaving my son there especially in the early days when it was new to everyone. It is a safe and welcoming place and a second home in many respects now. Somewhere he is safe, cared for and has loads of fun with the staff and other children.

It’s not just about respite; we have received help with managing behaviour, preparing for hospital visits and operations. Help and advice when there seemed to be no one else listening or who understands. It’s hard to look back to where we were but we wouldn't be here today without their help and support.

To sum it up: Saved our lives. Peace of mind. Finally, a rest.” Parent

Aberlour Options Lothian, Prestonpans…

Aberlour Options Lothian offers short breaks for children and young people with complex needs. Our safe, homely environment gives children a welcoming place to stay while their families take a break from their caring role. Children enjoy fun activities and experiences with our staff, making the service a real ‘home from home’.

We are within easy commuting distance of Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian, with access via the number 26, 111 and 124 bus routes.

What we are looking for…

Our relief workers play a crucial role in supporting the team, providing cover during staff absences and particularly busy periods. Work is offered on a casual, hourly paid basis. Please specify your availability on your application form.

As part of a small team, you will help provide the highest standard of physical and emotional care for children and young people. Experience in this type of work is preferred, but we will consider all applications.

The service opens after school on Wednesdays and operates from 11:00am on Fridays until 12:00 noon on Mondays, and on alternating weekends from 11:00am on Thursdays until 12:00 noon on Sundays. Most work will therefore take place at weekends. During school holiday periods, the service also operates a Holiday Club, which opens three days per week.

Work also includes sleepovers and wakened night shifts.

At Aberlour, we want every child and young person to have the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share this vision, we would love you to join our team. Read our Aberlour values to learn more about what we look for in our employees.

What we offer…

You will benefit from:

• A planned and supported induction.
• A varied training programme, including Child Protection.
• The support of a highly motivated and skilled team.

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.

Our Disability Family Support Service works alongside children and young people with disabilities and additional support needs, and the people who know and care for them best. Through relationship-based, strengths-focused support, we help children, young people and families build confidence, resilience, independence and stronger connections within their communities.

We believe every child should have the opportunity to be included, to have their voice heard, and to access the same opportunities as their peers. We work alongside children and families to achieve outcomes that matter to them, providing support in family homes, schools and communities.

What we are looking for...

We are looking to recruit a Family Support Worker to join our team. As a Family Support Worker, you will develop positive, trusting and person-centred relationships with children, young people and families, working alongside them to identify strengths, overcome barriers, build resilience and achieve their goals.

You will support children and young people with a range of disabilities and additional support needs, including autism, neurodivergence, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and complex health needs. Working collaboratively with families and partner agencies, you will help children develop confidence, life skills, social connections and independence while promoting inclusion, participation and wellbeing.

We are looking for candidates who have experience of working directly with children, young people and families, and who can assess needs, identify strengths, and plan and deliver meaningful support that helps families thrive. You will understand the importance of safeguarding, children's rights and relationship-based practice, and share our belief that children and families achieve the best outcomes when support is built on partnership, trust and hope.

Ideally, you will hold a relevant qualification at SCQF Level 7 or above, together with experience of working with children and young people with disabilities, additional support needs or complex family circumstances.

Not afraid to think creatively, you will bring a caring, flexible and collaborative approach, recognising and building upon the strengths of children, young people and families. The role includes flexible working, including evenings and weekends, to ensure support is available when families need it most.

At Aberlour, we want every child and young person to have the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share that vision, we'd love to hear from you. To learn more about Aberlour's values, please visit the Aberlour website.

What we offer...

As well as being part of a supportive and passionate team, we offer excellent learning and development opportunities, generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of employee benefits and discounts. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity on the Aberlour website.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive.

Please also read our recruitment privacy notice - Aberlour | Privacy notice.

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.

Join us to provide early help and personalised support to families living in Perth and Kinross.

About Aberlour’s Family Advice and Community Connection Service

We provide early support and tailored advice to families who may feel they have become stuck or who need information, guidance, signposting, or referrals to other services. This specific post will have a main focus of supporting minority families and those with no recourse to public funds, who are facing additional barriers to accessing support.

All families with children under the age of 18 living in Perth and Kinross can contact us directly to access our service. We work alongside families from diverse nationalities and ethnic backgrounds to offer personalised, culturally responsive support on family matters when they need it most, in locations that suit them, while recognising and addressing the specific challenges faced by those with restricted access to public funds.

As part of this team, you will provide a vital, accessible service and lifeline for these families, advocating for their rights and helping them navigate complex systems to access appropriate support.

What we are looking for....

We are looking for an experienced, adaptable individual who can bring fresh, innovative and flexible approaches to family support. Working 37.5 hours per week, applicants must be flexible in order to deliver support at times that meet the families and communities needs, which may include out of hours (early mornings, evenings and weekends).

You will work alongside statutory and other agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families.

You are someone who will have strong communication, teamwork, planning and decision making skills, along with a compassionate nature to understand the necessity of best practice and thrive on helping children and families overcome the challenges presented by everyday modern life.

At Aberlour, we want to make sure every child, young person and family has the support and opportunity they need to thrive and 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 are offering

This is an exciting role within our Family Advice and Community Connection service, which makes a difference to the lives of children and families in Perth and Kinross.

Aberlour is Scotland’s leading children’s charity and has been recognised as a Top 100 best places to work winner by the Sunday Times.

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 here and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.

Please also read our recruitment privacy notice - Aberlour | Privacy notice.

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.

Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with a disability and or Autism?

About Options Moray

Aberlour Options Moray is a community-based service for children/young people with learning disabilities offering residential, short breaks, family-based care and community support matched with the individual needs of every young person.

What we are looking for....

We are looking for a Young People’s Worker, to work 35 hours per week on a permanent basis. The team work no more than 4 days before a day off and currently have every second weekend off. Rotas are designed around the needs of the young people we care for and ensuring the wellness of the practitioners we employ. Late shifts are 2.00pm to 10.00pm. Early shifts are 7.30am to 2.30pm. Overnight sleep ins are part of the role, alongside an awake member of night staff. Shifts can be subject to change as and when required for the needs of the service.

Individuals need to bring a range of qualities to the role including being playful, warm and accepting and must be able to adapt their practice to appropriately meet the varying individual needs of each young person. This role can be challenging but is also immensely rewarding and provides postholders with rich opportunities to develop their own practice and understanding of the needs of children and young people with disabilities.

You must be comfortable working in a culture based on respect, integrity, innovation and the ability to challenge – both yourself and other people. We support our staff to be as effective as they can be through dedicated training and supervision. In return our staff act as exceptional role models supporting the children and young people, as well as sharing knowledge and learning with colleagues.

Ideally, you will have a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above, or be willing to work to this requirement as per SSSC registration.

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 here and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.

Please also read our recruitment privacy notice - Aberlour | Privacy notice.