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Therapeutic Grief Practitioner - Richmond's Hope
Created: 15/10/2026News/Events Category: Job Vacancies
Post: Therapeutic Grief Practitioner
Organisation: Richmond's Hope
Hours: 24 hours per week
Salary: £27,715 per annum, pro rata
Location: Fife
Closing date: 27 October 2026
The Therapeutic Grief Practitioner will be part of the wider team at Richmond's Hope, providing direct bereavement support to children and young people aged 4-18 across Fife through delivery in schools, community settings, family wellbeing hubs, and other appropriate locations.
Richmond's Hope was founded in 2003 in the Craigmillar area of Edinburgh. It's a charity that supports children and young people aged 4-18 who have experienced a bereavement. They 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 a neutral space which adaptable for each age and stage of development.
The role
The postholder will provide practical and emotional support to parents and carers while also offering guidance to help them support grieving children.
The role will include developing peer support opportunities to parents and carers and older siblings, such as coffee mornings and informal group sessions.
About you
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 in preparation for starting work with bereaved young people.
You should have enthusiasm and vision for the work of the organisation, excellent interpersonal skills, and be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
How to apply
The job description and person specification can be found on the Goodmoves website.
Closing date: 27 October 2026
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