Jobs in Forfar and District, Angus

We are seeking an experienced and motivational Service Manager to lead our Mental Health Services in Angus. This key role will oversee two dedicated teams; The Beacon Community Wellbeing Centre and Angus Mental Health Peer Support Service (see service descriptors for more details).

The staff teams are made up of:

• Senior Support Workers – Qualified to SVQ Level 3 and above
• Project Workers – Qualified to SVQ Level 2
• Peer Workers – Individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges

You will be responsible for the day to day operations and staff management of the services, ensuring high-quality support for individuals experiencing mental health difficulties. You will be part of a management team, working with commissioners and other partners to drive the strategic direction of both services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic oversight of the service
• Manage and support staff teams, ensuring professional development and wellbeing
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and all legal and regulatory requirements
• Represent the organisation at conferences, forums, and stakeholder events
• Deliver internal and external training to promote best practice
• Monitor service performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Energetic, driven and passionate about mental health
• Skilled in prioritising competing demands and managing complex workloads
• Experienced in staff management, service delivery and strategic planning
• Confident in public speaking and stakeholder engagement
• Committed to inclusive, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused practice
• SVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Health & Social Care, Management or related field or willing to work towards this
• Proven experience in managing mental health or social care services
• Strong understanding of legislation and best practice in mental health support
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills
• Experience working with peer-led or lived experience teams
• Training delivery or public speaking experience
• Knowledge of the Angus area and local mental health landscape

About the Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Generous Holiday Entitlement
• Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package
• Free access to online discounts for well-known retailers
• Death in Service Benefit (up to three times your salary)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (great savings from 25% - 39% on bikes and accessories)
• Tech Scheme (great savings of up to 12% on computers or laptops)

Sponsorship

Please note that Hillcrest Futures do not hold a licence to sponsor any visa applications at present.

Ark is a major provider of Housing, Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, dementia and autism.

Ark supports people to live independently in their own homes providing everything from a few hours a week social and life admin support to 24/7 care supporting with personal care, medication, household tasks, attending appointments and leisure activities.

We have lots of opportunities across Scotland for our Support Worker roles. As we provide full training no previous is experience is required.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives, then apply now to join our team!

Your main duties will include but not be limited to:

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.
• Communicate and work well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.
• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.
• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

Previous experience of the following is an advantage but not essential as Ark will provide full training: Care Worker, Social worker, Home Carer, Case Worker, Care Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Personal Care Assistant , Social Care Worker.

View our job outline, find out what you working week could look like and hear from our current Support Workers on Arks website arkha.org.uk/work-with-us

Why Ark?

• No Previous Experience Required - Ark provide full training so no previous experience is required making our Support Worker roles the perfect place to start your career in Adult Social Care.
• Get a qualification while you work - Ark fully fund your SVQ2 in Health & Social Care which you complete with the support of our in house SVQ team.
• Employee Discounts - Employee Discounts Portal with 1000s of discounts on your favourite brands including Supermarkets, Cinema Tickets, Gym Membership and Holidays.
• Career Progression -Over 75% of all Managers within Care & Support have been promoted internally.
• Employee Assistance Program - Arks Employee Assistance program (EAP) gives all employees access to counselling sessions. There is also support available through weekly webinars and the EAP Website & App.
• Contracted hours to suit you-We have Full-time, Part-time and Relief Support Worker roles available at our services throughout Scotland.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata
• 4% Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark

Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.