Jobs in Almond, Edinburgh

Support worker required to join a small team to support a young 46 year-old man living in his own home. This is a full-time, permanent post. The Rota pattern offers a good work-life balance.

Requirements:

• Experience of working with people who have a learning disability and autism.
• PVG membership (or be willing to join)
• Driving License

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Residential Project Worker to join our Short Breaks Service.

The post is a full-time day shift post, 37 hours a week, worked on a rota basis including weekends.

ABOUT CAERN

Barnardo's Caern Disability Services consists of three unique Projects who deliver a variety of quality services for young people with learning disabilities and/or autism. We have done this for over forty years.

At the Caern Short Breaks Service, we support up to 5 children and young people aged 5-18 by offering respite and short break packages to them and their families.

Working primarily in the residential setting you will promote the happiness, safety and welfare of the young people. You will play an active role in supporting the children and young people and their families/carers to achieve positive outcomes, as identified in the Young People's Individual Support Plans.

ABOUT YOU

Ideally you will have experience in working directly with children and young people in a residential setting. Experience in supporting children and young people with a learning disability and/or Autism would be an advantage. Communication with the young people is paramount - the key is time tabling; structure; reliability and consistency. You will be faced with behaviours that challenge, including physical.

The staff team across Caern Services must be fully accepting of our children and be prepared to offer them a professional relationship based on acceptance and informed by our understanding of their individual needs, wishes and experiences. We are passionate about the children and young people that we care for, showing understanding, empathy and consistency in our approach.

You will hold (or be willing to work towards) a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above (for example SVQ3 children and young people) plus an HNC in social services. These qualifications are required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as part of your employment. There may be external grants available to partly fund this.

For an informal chat about this role – please call 0131 339 8840

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.

Benefits

Workplace Offer: What it means for you

Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role.

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract

About Barnardo's

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Our basis and values

We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic and committed As & When Residential Project Workers for our Caern Short Breaks and Pentland Way services.

We have a variety of posts available across both Projects for Days and Waking Nights. Hours and days can be tailored to suit your flexible needs as an As & When worker.

ABOUT THE SERVICES

Barnardo's Caern Disability Services consists of three unique Projects who deliver a variety of quality services for young people with learning disabilities and/or autism. We have done this for over forty years.

Our Caern Short Breaks service supports up to 6 children and young people at any one time aged 5-18 by offering short break packages to them and their families. All staff play an active role in supporting the children, young people and their families/carers to achieve positive outcomes, as identified in the Young People's Individual Support Plans.

Our Pentland Way service is a residential setting providing support to up to three young people. Using a person-centred approach, we aspire to create an environment in which the young people are happy, nurtured and safe. We aim to enhance their lives by supporting them to develop independence in both the domestic environment and the community.

ABOUT YOU

You will work As & When shifts to assist with gaps in the Service rota due to staff vacancies, holidays and sickness absence. You will be supported and managed on shift by our Residential Project Workers. Typical day shifts are worked over 8 hours between the hours of 7am and 10pm and Waking Night shifts are worked over 10 hours - typically between 10pm and 8am. As an A&W worker, you have the flexibility to work the shifts that suit your own needs.

Ideally you will have experience in working directly with children and young people in a residential setting. Experience in supporting children and young people with a learning disability and/or Autism would be an advantage. Communication with the young people is paramount - the key is time tabling; structure; reliability and consistency. You will be faced with behaviours that challenge, including physical.

The staff team across Caern Services must be fully accepting of our children and be prepared to offer them a professional relationship based on acceptance and informed by our understanding of their individual needs, wishes and experiences. We are passionate about the children and young people that we care for, showing understanding, empathy and consistency in our approach.

You will hold (or be willing to work towards) a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above (for example SVQ3 children and young people) plus an HNC in social services. These qualifications are required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as part of your employment. There may be external grants available to partly fund this.

Benefits

Workplace Offer: What it means for you

Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these.

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract

About Barnardo's

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Our basis and values

At Scotmid, we do business differently. As a co-operative society, we’re owned by our members, and our core purpose is to serve our communities and improve people’s everyday lives. It’s a purpose that has guided us for over 166 years, and it continues to shape every decision we make.

Scotmid’s portfolio includes a diverse group of businesses spanning retail, property, and funeral services—but what unites us is our commitment to making a real, lasting impact where it matters most: in the communities we serve. Employing 3,500 colleagues, Scotmid puts our people at the heart of everything we do. This people-first approach sets us apart, and it makes working here both rewarding and meaningful

About the role

We are seeking a Membership & Community Manager to grow and strengthen membership and community engagement across the East of Scotland (EH, DD6, KY, TD postcodes).

This outward‑facing role suits someone who enjoys building relationships, generating ideas, and turning them into effective local activity. You’ll act as a visible ambassador for the Society, working closely with colleagues, elected members, stores and community partners to deliver meaningful, locally relevant engagement.

A hybrid role with a mix of home and office (EH28 8QJ) working, the role involves regular travel across a wide region and a consistent presence within our communities. It offers a high degree of autonomy within a supportive, values‑led team.

Key responsibilities

As Membership & Community Manager, you will:

• Deliver membership engagement activity across the East region
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with community organisations and partners
• Identify and lead new opportunities for membership and community activity, from concept to evaluation
• Support delivery of local charity partnerships and fundraising
• Work with stores and internal teams to activate local engagement
• Represent the Society at community events, meetings and forums
• Plan and deliver community events, including occasional evenings and weekends
• You will work independently day‑to‑day while collaborating with colleagues and elected members to ensure activity is coordinated, impactful and aligned with Society priorities.

About you

You are a confident relationship‑builder who enjoys taking ownership, working independently, and translating ideas into practical outcomes that create visible community impact.

You will bring:

• Experience in partnership working, relationship management or community engagement (any sector)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational ability and confidence managing multiple priorities
• A values‑driven approach aligned with co‑operative and community principles
• Resilience, adaptability and a proactive mindset
• Confidence using data and Excel for reporting and insight

A full UK driving licence is essential due to regular regional travel. A company vehicle will be provided.

What we offer

• A high degree of autonomy and trust
• The opportunity to shape and deliver meaningful community impact across East Scotland
• A values-led Society with strong community roots
• Workplace pension
• Staff Discount
• Enhanced company sick pay as a service-related benefit
• Enhanced holiday entitlement as a service-related benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work Scheme

A small group of Christian charities working in the arts and education is looking for someone organised, reliable, and good with words. Experience is welcome but not essential — the role suits someone with a natural gift for planning, writing, and keeping things running smoothly.

What you’ll do

• Support simple fundraising tasks such as preparing letters, emails, and basic grant applications

• Help organise diaries, meetings, and project schedules

• Keep records up to date and manage general admin

• Assist with newsletters, social media posts, and promotional materials

• Liaise with local churches, schools, and community groups

What we’re looking for

• Strong organisational and planning skills

• Clear, confident writing

• A positive, can do attitude and willingness to learn

• Comfort working independently

• An interest in Christian charitable work in arts and education

Hours & flexibility

Around 20 hours per week with some flexibility in how the time is arranged.