Support Line Coordinator

Job Title: Support Line Coordinator

Reference number: CF26-27

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: Band C, £30,602– £35,778 per annum

Post Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week) X 2 positions

Closing Date: 1st July 2026

Interview Date: 8th July 2026

Do you want to help create a safer, brighter future for children across Scotland?

Children First, Scotland’s national children’s charity, is looking for a Support Line Coordinator to join our national service. By joining us, you will help protect children, support families and make sure no one has to face difficult moments alone.

About the role

Based in Edinburgh with some flexible hybrid working this role sits at the heart of our national support line. You will provide compassionate, skilled support to families, carers and professionals who may be facing some of the most challenging times in their lives.

You will respond to busy and varied contacts through phone, webchat and email, offering timely advice, emotional support and practical guidance. Every interaction is an opportunity to keep a child safe, strengthen a family and make sure children’s voices are heard.

You will record your work clearly and meaningfully so that it reflects families’ experiences and helps us learn, improve and grow our services.

This is a fast-paced role, but at its core it is about connection, empathy and good judgement.

What you will do

· Provide high quality support to families, carers and professionals across Scotland

· Listen carefully to understand what matters most to children and families

· Offer clear advice that helps keep children safe and supports recovery

· Respond to a high volume of contacts with care and professionalism

· Maintain accurate, child-centred records that inform service development

· Work as part of a team to improve how we support families across Scotland

Why this role matters

Families are facing increasing pressure, including poverty, online harm and emotional distress. Our support line is often the first-place people turn.

Your work will help ensure that:

· children are safer

· families feel listened to and supported

· people get the right help at the right time

What we are looking for

· A relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 9 such as social work, health, education or community education

· Experience supporting children, young people or families facing challenges

· Experience of supervising or supporting others, including staff or volunteers

· Strong listening skills and the ability to respond with empathy and clarity

· The ability to manage risk and make sound decisions under pressure

· Confidence working in a fast-paced environment

What you can expect from us

· A supportive, inclusive team where your wellbeing matters

· A strong focus on learning, reflection and development

· 40 days annual leave (pro rata)

· Contributory pension scheme

· Generous family leave

· Flexible working options

Our values

You will be part of a team that lives its values every day:

With love, we put children first with compassion and kindness

With purpose, we work together to transform children’s lives

With strength, we do whatever it takes to protect Scotland’s children

How to apply

We believe all children should have hopes, dreams and opportunities. But for many they don’t exist. This has to stop. We must put children first.

We welcome and encourage applications from potential colleagues from all backgrounds, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, belief, disability who share our values.

Do you have what it takes to join our team and help us protect children and keep them safe? We would love to hear from you.

Closing date: Wednesday 1st July 2026.

Interview date: Wednesday 8th July 2026

If you would like to discuss any aspect of the role before applying, please contact:

Simon.Mcgowan@childrenFirst.org.uk

For further information and to apply, please visit here.

Children First has a long tradition of valuing and involving sessional and volunteer workers. To find out more about volunteering with us, please visit our website.

The selection process will include seeking PVG Scheme

Children First is the working name of the Royal Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Registered Charity No: SC 016092