Jobs in Forth, Edinburgh

Are you working in a Health & Safety role and looking for a new challenge?

Would you like to work for an organisation where your contribution supports autistic people to lead independent and fulfilling lives?

As Regional Health & Safety Lead you would be responsible for the effective and efficient management of all Health of Safety in Scotland. Ensuring that the services and staff in Scotland are supported to deliver an effective, efficient and safe service through the coordination and management of Autism Initiatives’ property and facilities.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of health & safety, property/facilities management and managing projects, and will be confident liaising with staff and external contacts. The post holder will be expected to travel regularly to our services throughout Scotland to conduct inspections and property visits.

The successful candidate must be willing to apply for a Basic Disclosure through Disclosure Scotland. Autism Initiatives will cover the cost of the application.

To provide 1:1 support and potentially group based support to children and young people living in Pilton and the surrounding areas, in North West Edinburgh.

Pilton is an area of multiple deprivation where young people and families face a range of challenges.

Support sessions will take place across the week, usually in schools. The service is referral based working with a host of other organisations and also taking referrals from young people and families.

The Youth Support Worker will support young people with a range of issues affecting their lives, such as social isolation, school related difficulties, family problems, or poor mental health.

The Youth Support worker will develop a tailored plan with each young person to work towards positive outcomes in their lives.

Experience essential: See job description for full details.