Jobs in Falkirk

About Connect2

Connect2 is a Christian support charity working across Forth Valley. We support people and families affected by addiction and other life challenges.

We believe change often takes time. We aim to walk alongside people with compassion, dignity, consistency and hope, helping them build trust and take positive steps forward.

About the role

We are looking for a Women’s Coordinator to lead and develop our women’s recovery pathway across Forth Valley and surrounding areas.

This is a practical, people-focused role. You will build trusting relationships with women and help them take steps towards safety, stability, recovery and long-term support.

The women’s pathway has three main stages:

Reach and trust – meeting women through referrals, outreach, community links and safe first conversations.

Structured support– offering one-to-one support, follow-up, group support and practical next steps.

Ongoing belonging– help women identify their needs, strengths, risks, goals and next steps, and connect them with appropriate Connect2 support, statutory and local services, community support or rehab pathways where appropriate.

What you will do

You will:

• receive, review and follow up referrals;

• provide one-to-one support to women;

• meet women in appropriate community settings;

• help women access Connect2 and other suitable support;

• take part in some evening outreach and community work;

• support female volunteers;

• build good working relationships with churches, local services and partner organisations;

• help create safe, welcoming women-focused and women-only spaces; and

• keep clear and accurate records.

Although the main focus of the role is supporting women, you will also work as part of the wider Connect2 team in some mixed outreach and community settings.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• has a heart for women who may be vulnerable, marginalised or facing difficult life circumstances;

• is good at building trusting relationships;

• is compassionate, reliable and emotionally mature;

• can maintain safe and professional boundaries;

• has experience supporting people affected by addiction, trauma, domestic abuse, mental health pressures, homelessness, family breakdown or other complex needs;

• can provide one-to-one support and help facilitate groups;

• works well as part of a team and with partner organisations;

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• has a heart for women who may be vulnerable, marginalised or facing difficult life circumstances;
• is good at building trusting relationships;
• is compassionate, reliable and emotionally mature;
• can maintain safe and professional boundaries;
• has experience supporting people affected by addiction, trauma, domestic abuse, mental health pressures, homelessness, family breakdown or other complex needs;
• can provide one-to-one support and help facilitate groups;
• works well as part of a team and with partner organisations;

Essential requirements

• Female post-holder required because of the women-focused and women-only elements of the role and the vulnerability of the women being supported.
• Active Christian faith aligned with Connect2’s values and ethos.
• Full UK driving licence, access to your own car and appropriate business insurance.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including some evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to take part in appropriate Connect2 outreach and community activities.
• PVG Scheme membership / appropriate Disclosure Scotland check will be required.

This role has occupational requirements for the post-holder to be female and to have an active Christian faith, due to the women-focused nature of the role and Connect2’s Christian ethos.

Forth Valley Sensory Centre (FVSC) is a unique, award-winning Charity based in Camelon. We cover the whole of Forth Valley providing a varied programme of high-quality activities, groups, and services for people of all ages with Sensory Loss.

We are seeking a Wellbeing and Activities Coordinator to lead the development and delivery of our programme which has been created for people who are blind, visually impaired, deafblind, d/Deaf and hard of hearing.

Our current programme, which is delivered across Forth Valley, includes a choir, history group, arts and crafts group, book group, BSL classes, braille classes, a men’s group and many other sessions, all of which are tailored to the needs of participants.

The post holder will use a variety of methods to generate feedback from participants that will be used to inform how the programme will evolve, and to provide evidence of its value to funders.

More details of the duties and responsibilities are included in the Job Description.

We are particularly interested in applicants who have:

• An understanding of the impact that sensory loss has on the health, social and emotional wellbeing of individuals and their carers.
• The ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• A passion for bringing people together.
• An outgoing and enthusiastic personality.
• An imaginative and creative nature.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Experience of working directly with adults and children with a sensory loss or additional support needs.
• Budget management experience

Committed to Ending Abuse (CEA) provides specialist support to individuals and families affected by domestic abuse through our integrated three-stage Trauma Recovery Model, supporting people on their journey towards safety, recovery and greater independence.

As part of our ongoing service development, we are seeking to recruit an experienced and compassionate Crisis Support Worker to join our dedicated Crisis Intervention Team.

The Crisis Support Worker will provide responsive, time-limited crisis intervention and support to individuals who are experiencing, or have experienced, domestic abuse across the Falkirk area.

Working within a trauma-informed, person-centered and strengths-based approach, the successful candidate will undertake structured risk assessment and safety planning, provide emotional and practical support, advocacy and case management, and work closely with statutory and third-sector partner agencies to reduce risk and support positive outcomes.

The role requires an understanding of the dynamics and impact of domestic abuse, including coercive and controlling behaviour, the barriers survivors may face when seeking support, and the importance of recognising and building upon survivors' existing strengths and protective strategies.

CEA supports women, children, young people and, where appropriate, men affected by domestic abuse. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience of supporting people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

We are looking for someone who can work confidently and sensitively with individuals experiencing crisis and complex circumstances, while promoting safety, informed choice, dignity, independence and recovery.

Applicants should have relevant experience within domestic abuse, gender-based violence, social care, community support or a related field. Experience of structured domestic abuse risk assessment, safety planning, multi-agency working and trauma-informed practice would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme checks.

This role may involve outreach and community-based work across the Falkirk area. Applicants must therefore be able to travel as required to fulfil the duties of the post.

About Aberlour Falkirk Services

Aberlour works in partnership with the local authority and other partners to support Children and Families across the Falkirk area. Providing a range of services which promote, positively support, and strengthen the capacity of children and families to reach their full potential.

What we are looking for....

We are looking to recruit an experienced administrator. You will work 30 hours per week. The hours of this post can be worked flexibly in agreement with the Service Manager. You will ideally have a relevant professional qualification at SCQF Level 7 or equivalent experience.

You will support the service with general and financial administrative tasks as well as respond to enquiries via phone and email. You will have administrative experience gained through working within a busy office or social care environment. You will have experience of working with Microsoft Office packages including Excel and be able to create spreadsheets and deal with numerical information. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values please go to our website.

What We Offer

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity on our website.

Please go to our website www.aberlour.org.uk/jobs where you can apply online.

If you have any queries please e-mail: jobs@aberlour.org.uk

Aberlour is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our service users and uses a thorough and rigorous recruitment and selection process including PVG Scheme checks to ensure this commitment is not compromised.

This role is a new exciting initiative to support disabled people who face cross service barriers affecting their ability to live independent lives.

Are you passionate about helping people access the support, services and opportunities they need to live well and independently? The Independent Living Association is looking for a motivated, flexible and knowledgeable Community Navigator to work with individuals across rural Clackmannanshire, helping them overcome barriers, build confidence and connect with the right support at the right time.

About the role

Working predominantly in Clackmannanshire and rural areas of Forth Valley, the Community Navigator will provide person-centred support to individuals who need help accessing local services, community resources and statutory funded support. You will work closely with health, social care, voluntary sector and community partners, including our SDS Forth Valley service and Supporting in the Right Direction Project, to help people experience a more joined-up approach to independent living and wellbeing.

What you will do

You will:

• Provide one-to-one, person-centred support to individuals, helping them identify their needs, priorities and life outcomes.
• Offer information, guidance and practical support to help people access services such as housing, benefits, healthcare, mental health support, training and social groups.
• Support people to navigate complex systems and overcome barriers including digital exclusion, lack of confidence or lack of information.

Community engagement and partnership working

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local support networks, voluntary groups, statutory services and community organisations.
• Work collaboratively with partner organisations to provide coordinated, holistic support.
• Work closely with SDS Forth Valley to support individuals to understand and challenge barriers to social care and independent living.
• Support awareness raising through community events, meetings and outreach activity with the Supporting in the Right Direction team.

Advocacy, casework and professional practice

• Support individuals to advocate for themselves, make informed decisions and have their voices heard.
• Manage a caseload effectively, maintaining accurate and confidential records using agreed systems.
• Monitor progress, gather feedback and contribute to evaluation and reporting.
• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns in line with local policies.
• Participate in supervision, training and continuous professional development.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• A full driving licence and access to a car are essential as you will be travelling throughout Clackmannanshire and the Forth Valley area
• Knowledge of social care legislation and the ability to interpret related legislation in practice.
• Experience working with individuals or communities in a support, guidance, advocacy or outreach role.
• •Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust with a diverse range of people.
• An understanding of local services, social issues and the barriers affecting vulnerable people and their families.
• The ability to manage a caseload, prioritise effectively and work independently.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive practice.
• Good IT and administrative skills, including accurate record keeping.

It would also be helpful if you have:

• Community Brokerage Award
• Experience within the voluntary or community sector.
• Knowledge of health and social care systems.
• An understanding of trauma-informed or strengths-based approaches.
• Experience of constructively challenging barriers, inequalities or service gaps.

Our values

• Compassionate, respectful and person-centred.
• Solution-focused, creative and adaptable.
• Collaborative, with a commitment to working well with partners, colleagues and communities.
• Committed to continuous learning, improvement and inclusive practice.

Committed to Ending Abuse (CEA), formerly Falkirk & District Women’s Aid, is seeking to recruit a full-time Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDAA). CEA Ltd operates an integrated three-stage trauma recovery model and whilst all staff are expected to work across these areas, the particular focus of this post is Stage One Crisis Recovery. The purpose of which is to keep everyone safe, free from further serious harm/homicide and to enable recovery from Trauma.

The purpose of this post is to provide an independent advocacy service to everyone who have experienced domestic abuse and are assessed to be at very high risk and possibly at risk of repeat victimisation and have therefore been referred to the MARAC (Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference).

The post holder will work directly with clients, in conjunction with MARAC colleagues, on a short to medium term basis. They will also formally advocate for individuals within professional advocacy settings providing a true reflection of the views and wishes of the clients they represent to ensure a coordinated community response.

The postholder will also carry a caseload of those clients who are at high risk but not currently within the formal MARAC process.

Key to the role will be supporting individuals in their initial crisis for an intensive time limited period and providing safety planning, practical, emotional, and signposting support.

CEA is a registered Scottish Charity and a Company Limited by Guarantee with a Board of Directors. CEA offers an inclusive service committed to ending all forms of abuse.

We provide support to anyone regardless of age, beliefs, ethnicity, faith, gender, sexual orientation, and race.

The post will commence as soon as possible. The post holder will require successful reference checks, enhanced PVG checks and will be expected to work closely with partner agencies. This post is currently funded until September 2029. This post will be working from CEA Offices.

Benefits such as generous annual leave entitlement and an additional day off on your birthday. Company pension scheme. Travel and resources costs are covered, internal and external supervision costs are covered, and CDP training is supported.

Are you ready to make the next positive move in your career, are you looking for a new challenge? We have been on a journey of positive change in the past three years and have very ambitious plans for the future. We are recruiting an experienced Mental Health & Wellbeing Team Lead to provide both mental health and line management support across our services who will play a vital role in the delivery and development of our services.

The principal purpose of this post is to assist the Head of Services with the day-to-day operation of the service delivery areas and line management of designated staff. With the skills and evidence of mental health and line managing staff, you should have the ability to take on the role to allow us to support our teams and continue to deliver and develop our services.

If you are able to demonstrate your ability to deliver high quality services with a sound knowledge and understanding of Child Protection and Adult Support and Protection, are positive, supportive, able to work in a collaborative way, and have excellent interpersonal skills then this could be the role for you.

About Us

Braveheart is a forward-thinking health promotion charity dedicated to improving wellbeing through healthy lifestyles and physical activity. Braveheart has been providing community-based health services in Forth Valley for 30 years and is well established in the locality.

The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Co-ordinator to lead and develop our footcare initiative across the Forth Valley area. Braveheart’s Top Toes service is already operating in Falkirk District and your role will be to drive forward the growth of the social enterprise, while managing the high quality of the footcare service. Joining the Braveheart team at this exciting time in the organisation’s development offers the successful candidate the opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of hundreds of people in the Forth Valley communities. Key challenges of the role will include implementing a new online payment system, recruiting and developing volunteer teams and promoting the footcare service through partnership development and marketing activities.

Our footcare clinics are delivered by volunteers. The Co-ordinator role includes organising regular training including with the NHS podiatry team, mentoring and supporting volunteers, promoting good communication and holding regular volunteer team meetings.

The post is initially funded by Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership for up to 2 years, however, the aim of the socially enterprising project is that it will become self-sustaining through the income raised by the service.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about health promotion and community engagement with strong organisational and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with community health networks and knowledge of the local area will be an advantage. Please see the attached Job Description for further details of the post responsibilities and person specification.

What We Offer

• A supportive and flexible working environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives