Welfare Advice Officer
Salary: £15,912 per annum (pro‑rate for 21 hours / 0.6 FTE) (Full-time equivalent: £26,520 per annum)
Contract: Fixed‑term until 31 March 2027 (with potential extension subject to funding and performance)
Location: East Lothian and Midlothian (hybrid working with office base in Edinburgh)
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
* Strong knowledge of welfare rights, including benefits and entitlements, with the ability to support our service users in accessing appropriate services
* Experience of effectively managing and prioritising a caseload in a similar role, ensuring timely and person‑centred support
You will be confident working one-to-one with a diverse range of people, including Disabled people, individuals with long-term health conditions, and unpaid carers.
Following initial training in our Edinburgh office, you will work flexibly across office, home, and outreach settings, supporting service users to access the advice and resources they need to live independently.
Why Join LCIL?
We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, including:
* Flexible and hybrid working patterns
* 25 days annual leave + 10 public holidays (prorated for 0.6 FTE)
* Opportunities for personal and professional development
We want you to feel confident and prepared. That is why all shortlisted candidates will receive interview questions in advance.
We value thoughtful, considered responses and are keen to hear about the full range of skills and experience you can bring. This is your chance to show us what matters and how you can make an impact.
* PVG membership is required for successful applicants
* We welcome questions about the recruitment process – contact Caitlin McPherson at HR@lothiancil.org.uk
* Application packs: call 0131 475 2350 or download from below:
LCIL is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from Disabled people are particularly welcome. We are also a disability confident employer and will provide any support needed throughout the recruitment process – please contact HR@lothiancil.org.uk if you require assistance.
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