Carer & Family Support Specialist

Scvo; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Glasgow Association for Mental Health (GAMH) is recruiting a Family Support Worker to support unpaid Carers and Young Carers in the North East of Glasgow. The role focuses on practical and emotional support, coordinating with carers and families, and working with partner organisations to improve access to information and resources.

The post is full time, on site in Glasgow, fixed term to 30 April 2027 (may extend with funding).

Qualifications

• Experience delivering practical and emotional support to carers or families.
• Ability to work flexibly including early mornings, evenings or weekends.
• PVG scheme clearance or willingness to join PVG scheme is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to unpaid Carers and Young Carers.
• Work with Carers, families and partner organisations to link information, resources and opportunities.

Skills

Empathy and listening

Flexible working

Team collaboration

Job description

Glasgow Association for Mental Health (GAMH) is recruiting a Family Support Worker to support unpaid Carers and Young Carers in the North East of Glasgow. The role focuses on practical and emotional support, coordinating with carers and families, and working with partner organisations to improve access to information and resources.

The post is full time, on site in Glasgow, fixed term to 30 April 2027 (may extend with funding).