We are currently recruiting for a part time Support Worker and Development Officer. Both roles are 30 hours per week.
Do you want to use your skills and experience to support people, strengthen communities and tackle health inequality? If so, The Health Agency would love to hear from you.
Why Join us?
The Health Agency is dedicated to supporting over 2,000 people in South-West Edinburgh each year to live longer, healthier, more fulfilling lives. As a community-led organisation, our services aim to tackle health inequalities and improve the health and wellbeing of people experiencing social isolation, cancer, long-term conditions, food insecurity and mental and emotional health challenges. We strive to enable local people to take action that makes a positive impact on their own and their community’s physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
Support Worker
Development Officer
We are seeking an empathetic individual to play a vital role across our Westerhaven and Mental Wellbeing services, supporting people affected by cancer, long-term conditions and mental health challenges. This is a rewarding and varied role where you will provide one-to-one emotional and practical support, helping people navigate difficult circumstances, build resilience and access the support they need. Alongside direct client work, you will contribute to the smooth delivery of services through strong organisational and administrative support. Your ability to build trust, listen with empathy and respond to complex needs will make a real and lasting difference to the people we support.
What you’ll do as a Support Worker:
- Provide compassionate, emotional and practical support to individuals
- Help people build confidence, develop coping strategies and access appropriate support
- Coordinate appointments, referrals and client journeys to ensure timely access to services
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to service monitoring and reporting
- Work closely with colleagues and partners to deliver high-quality, joined-up support
- Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of our services
This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and creative individual to support the growth, sustainability and impact of our work. You will play a central role in building relationships with our community, engaging members, volunteers, donors and supporters so that everyone who connects with The Health Agency feels welcomed, valued and inspired to be involved. From strengthening our volunteer programme and growing membership, to developing compelling communications and supporting fundraising activity, this is a varied and rewarding role where your contribution will directly support our ability to make a difference.
What You’ll Do as a Development Officer:
- Coordinate and support community fundraising and income generation activities
- Lead the recruitment, induction and ongoing support of volunteers and members
- Develop engaging content across social media, newsletters and promotional materials
- Manage and update website content, supporting our digital presence
- Represent the organisation at community events and external meetings
- Work closely with the Chief executive to develop funding opportunities
How to Apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter (max 2 A4 sides) outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@thehealthagency.org.uk.
Closing date: 12pm on Friday 8th May 2026 Interviews: Monday 18th & Tuesday 19th May 2026
To arrange an informal chat with our Head of Operations about either of the roles please email recruitment@thehealthagency.org.uk
The Health Agency is committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. We make recruitment decisions based on your experience and skills. For individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, can email; Recruitment@thehealthagency.org.uk.The successful candidate will be required to be part of the PVG Scheme, The Health Agency will cover the cost of the application.