New Job Opportunity – Apply Now!

Big Hearts is excited to welcome applications for a new Parent/Carer Project Lead to join our dedicated staff team.

As the charity of Heart of Midlothian Football Club, we are committed to bringing community resources together to offer adults and children free opportunities to help them live a safe and fulfilling life.

This permanent Parent/Carer Project Lead role will focus on providing support for carers across Edinburgh, through one to one and group support. This post is 35 hours per week, with set times detailed in the Job Pack – ParentCarer Project Lead.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Big Hearts is recognised as one of the leading football charities in Scotland, widely praised for the standard of support services and the positive impact generated across Edinburgh.

The Parent/Carer Project Lead will work within our staff team, to provide advice to carers to help build confidence and self-esteem enabling them to better cope.

Position: Parent/Carer Project Lead
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh

HOW TO APPLY

Please email your full CV and cover letter to recruitment@bighearts.org.uk, detailing how your skills and experiences make you a good fit for this role.

For the full role details and application process, please have a look at the Job Pack – ParentCarer Project Lead.

The deadline for applications is 5pm on Wednesday 17th September 2025. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place on the week commencing 29th September 2025.

If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@bighearts.org.uk

Big Hearts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating and promoting a diverse working environment. We welcome applications from people of all profiles and backgrounds.

– September 2025

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