Can you help us with our ongoing mission?

At Capability Scotland, our mission is to deliver the highest quality services, tailored to the individual needs of disabled people. We work in partnership to create innovative solutions which enable our people to achieve their goals. We put our customers and learners at the heart of everything we do and will make sure their voices are heard loud and clear.

We love what we do here and are looking to recruit a Care and Support Manager for our Edinburgh Services.

Job Purpose:

To provide direct assistance to the Service Manager in the day-to-day operation of the our 24/7 housing support/ care at home and Short Break Services.

Main Activities

1. Provide management support and direction to Team Leader and/or staff in their delivery of Care and Support to customers
2. Support the Service Manager, Team Leader and staff in meeting the requirements of organisational policy and procedure
3. Meet Regulatory Requirements (e.g. Care Inspectorate, SSSC)
4. Identify, quantify, and direct Customer requirements through their individualised budgets and costed support plans
5. Undertake Investigations and Risk Assessments
6. Manage Budgetary and Financial Controls, including SDS, ILF and Personalised Budgets and Care Plans that result thereof.
7. Service Promotion and Development
8. This role may also include:

- 8.1.Prescribed duties and responsibilities of the Service Manager delegated down to the Care and Support Manager.

- 8.2.Deputise in the absence of the Service Manager

We currently support two individuals with disabilities to live independently in their own bright, fully adapted home in Currie, Edinburgh. Each person has their own bedroom, with comfortable shared living and bathroom spaces.

In addition, we support two to three individuals each year through short‑break stays in our Edinburgh flats, located in Wester Hailes and on Fords Road. These breaks provide valuable respite for families from the demands of daily caring. This support is offered on a regular basis throughout the year and is available to individuals who also access our day support services.

To work directly with neurodivergent children and young people (diagnosed and self-identifying) up to age 25. This role encompasses a variety of person-centred support offers (both in-person and remote), including 1:1 issue-based advocacy, coaching support, non-instructed advocacy and transitions.

As our service develops, some elements of the role may involve working with small groups of neurodivergent children and young people. Whilst travel will predominantly be required across the areas highlighted above, further travel across Scotland may be required to meet the needs of children and young people in service.

You will support neurodivergent children and young people to identify the challenges they face and work collaboratively with them to develop plans that promote positive outcomes, uphold their rights, and support their wellbeing. This may include helping them to understand their neurotype, recognise their strengths and support needs, and communicate these effectively to others so they are well supported across all areas of their lives. You will also contribute to the ongoing development of resources.

We support children and young people through in-person sessions, virtual meetings, phone calls, email, and text. You will be an excellent communicator, able to adapt your approach to build strong, trusting relationships with neurodivergent children and young people, and engage effectively with a range of stakeholders.

This post may occasionally require weekend and/or evening work and will involve significant travel within the central belt. Our Children and Young People Specialists support young people in person and remotely. The post involves hybrid working, working from home and from our office in Edinburgh when required, as well as travel to support young people in person, including at meetings or in group settings.

Organisation profile

As an organisation founded upon lived experience, Mindroom champions all forms of neurodiversity and supports all kinds of minds. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for neurodivergent people by removing barriers, increasing opportunities and shaping a more accessible world.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised, adaptable, and confident working with numbers, systems, and a varied workload. You will play a key role in keeping our work running smoothly behind the scenes, handling day-to-day administration, financial processes, and executive support for our senior leadership team. We are looking for someone who can think on their feet, respond calmly to changing priorities, and find practical solutions to support the team.

This is a hybrid role, with the option to be based between our Edinburgh or Dunfermline offices and home.

Any appointment to these roles will be subject to satisfactory references and a PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check. Apply now to become part of a team where every voice counts and every contribution matters.

Kindred is seeking an Information and Advocacy Worker who can combine expertise with energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine commitment to inclusive, rights-based support. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to supporting the families of disabled children and young people through complex health, education, and social care systems. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences and those with caring responsibilities.

This role can be office based in Edinburgh or Dunfermline and will involve work across the community in Edinburgh City and Fife. Some home working is available.

What we are looking for

• Someone who is professional, proactive, and able to work independently with confidence and initiative.
• Strong communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to build trusting relationships while advocating effectively on behalf of families.
• A background in advocacy, social care, education, paralegal work or a related field.

What we can offer you

• A values-led organisation committed to respect, inclusion, and positive change.
• 35 days annual leave (pro-rata), inclusive of public holiday
• Flexible working options
• Paid carers leave
• 8% pension contribution

Any appointment to this roles will be subject to satisfactory references and a PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check. Apply now to become part of a team where every voice counts and every contribution matters.