Family Support Assistant

Scvo; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

One Parent Families Scotland (OPFS) invites applications for a part-time Family Support Assistant in Glasgow. The role supports the OPFS Support for Families Service, working alongside Family Support Workers to provide high-quality, accessible help to single parent families.

The postholder will assist with family support activities, events, outreach, and practical support across the service. The role aims to create a welcoming, inclusive environment, helping families access information,

Qualifications

• Experience working with families or in a family support role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organisational skills and the ability to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Deliver family support activities and group programmes to single parent families.
• Support outreach work and practical assistance to help families access information and services.
• Contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive service for single parents and children.

Job description

## Family Support Assistant* One Parent Families Scotland* Part time* £26,077 – £28,559 pro-rata* On site: Glasgow* Closing 22nd November 2026* Advertised from 11th November 2026* 16 hours per week, worked flexibly to meet the demands of the service. Fixed term to 31 March 2029#### Role**Overview**Established in 1944, One Parent Families Scotland (OPFS) is the leading charity working with single parent familiesin Scotland. We provide expert advice, practical support and campaign with parents to make their voices heard tochange the systems, policies and attitudes that disadvantage single parent families. We work alongside singleparents and their families, placing them at the centre of everything we do. Creating ways to overcome barriers,changing their lives and fulfilling their potential. We also celebrate the many achievements of single parentsand their children.**Role and responsibilities**The Family Support Assistant will play an important role in delivering the OPFS Support for Families Service, workingalongside Family Support Workers and the wider team to ensure single parent families receive high-quality,accessible support. Working within the OPFS My Life and Me framework, the postholder will assist with familysupport activities, group programmes, events, outreach work, and practical support to help families achievepositive outcomes. The role will contribute to creating a welcoming and inclusive service, supporting singleparents and their children to access information, opportunities, and services that enhance their wellbeing,resilience, confidence, and social connections.#### Application notesFor further information and to apply, please visit our website.