Parent Carer Support Specialist
City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Social Work
Child Development/Support, Human Services/ Social Work, Family Advocacy & Support Services
September 28, 2026
Support Parents and Carers of Neurodivergent Children and Young People
You will support parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people by providing high-quality, person-centred information, advice, and support. Parents and carers come to us about neurodevelopmental conditions, rights and responsibilities, pathways and services, communicating with professionals and their own wellbeing.
You will hold a personal caseload, working with parents and carers to identify their goals, build a plan to reach them, and develop the confidence and skills to speak up for their child independently. Your approach will be coaching-based, non-judgemental and trauma-informed at all times. Support is delivered mainly by phone, text and email, with in-person support and attendance at meetings where needed;
you may also facilitate peer support and information sessions for groups.
You will be an experienced practitioner with a background in health, education, social care, advice or a related field. You will be an excellent communicator, able to build trusting relationships with parents and carers while holding clear boundaries, and to work effectively with professionals across health, education and social care.
This is a hybrid role, combining home working, attendance at our Edinburgh office and travel across Edinburgh and the Lothians to support parents and carers in person. Therefore, ability to travel independently is essential. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.
Mindroom is currently unable to offer employment for this position through visa sponsorship. Where applicable, candidates must hold the relevant documentation evidencing the right to work in the UK.
Salary: £25,290 to £33, 767
Status: 35 hours per week. Fixed-term 1-year contract, with continuation subject to further funding.
Closing date for applications: 5th of October 2026 at 5pm
Please note that we will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Early application is advised.
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