Advertised from 1 September 2025

Role

Richmond’s Hope was founded in 2003 in the Craigmillar area of Edinburgh and is a charity that supports children and young people aged 4-18 who have experienced a bereavement. We offer tailored one-to-one support for children and young people once a week for an average of 12 weeks. Children and young people are seen in an age-appropriate space to suit their age and stage of development. The children who come to Richmond’s Hope have experienced the bereavement of a significant person in their life that has negatively impacted upon their physical and mental health.

The successful candidate for this position should have experience of working in childcare, education, health, playwork or another relevant discipline.  

Richmond’s Hope will provide a comprehensive induction and training programme which will include training in the methodology of Richmond’s Hope.  Working as part of the staff team of Richmond’s Hope at our Edinburgh base you will provide bereavement support to children and young people aged 4 to 18 years.  

Applicants should have enthusiasm and vision for the work of the organisation, excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team.  

Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification are all available for download on Goodmoves or you can request by email.

The post is part time for 20 hours per week. Working days are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Application notes

Informal enquiries can be directed to Sam Harrison, Bereavement Coordinator, s.harrison@richmondshope.org.uk, 0131 661 6818.

Curriculum Vitae will not be accepted in lieu of a completed Application Form. Please submit your application by email to s.harrison@richmondshope.org.uk 

Closing date for applications is Sunday 28th September 2025 at midnight. Interviews will be held on Friday 10th October 2025.

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