Be part of someone’s journey and start your own with Thistle!
This is work that matters
Always learning. Always improving. Always striving for better.
At Thistle, we support people as they take their place in society. To be active citizens; build confidence, try new things, create new experiences and grow in ways that matter to them.
We’re looking for people who see this work as more than a list of tasks. Who believe deeply in human rights, inclusion and citizenship. Who see the person.
We need people who are thoughtful, committed and who can listen deeply and make things happen for people.
This, is work that can change lives, including yours.
Hone your craft in the Thistle Academy
At Thistle, this isn’t just a job you learn, it’s a craft you practise, hone and take pride in.
Person-centred support is about paying attention, thinking deeply and responding with skill; knowing when to step in, when to step back, and how to bring out the gifts and strengths in every individual.
Through the Thistle Academy, you won’t just be trained, you’ll be challenged to think differently, to reflect, and to grow into your role with confidence and purpose.
It takes time, challenge and the space to reflect. Thistle Academy is where that learning begins.
Our benefits
We look after our people so that they can do their best work.
Our benefits are designed to support you and your family thrive - at work and beyond.
Pay & reward
From£13.45 per hour
Paid sleepover opportunities
Be part of a self organised, supportive team
£250 refer a friend bonus
Blue Light Card & Perkbox discounts
Learn, grow & progress
Access to Thistle’s unique Thistle Academy learning programme
Paid, ongoing learning and development opportunities
Four week person-centred foundation course for all new starts
Financial support to undertake the SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare at Level 3
Your wellbeing
30–35 days annual leave
HSF health plan access
24/7 GP and counselling
Free Thistle Gym access
Supportive, inclusive workplace
What this work really feels like
VIDEO OF A PA TALKING ABOUT THEIR ROLE - FOCUS: WHAT THEY GET FROM THE ROLE
QUOTE FROM A WELLBEING PRACTITIONER. FOCUS: BENEFITS OF SELF ORGANISED TEAMS
VIDEO OF A PA TALKING ABOUT THEIR ROLE - FOCUS: WHAT THEIR ROLE LOOKS LIKE/WHAT THEY DO
VIDEO OF A PA TALKING ABOUT THEIR ROLE - FOCUS: WHY THIS WORK MATTERS
Visit Us
Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queen's Walk, Edinburgh EH16 4EA
Hours
Monday–Friday
9am–5pm
Phone
0131 661 3366