Jobs in North Lanarkshire

Do you have a passion for helping people?

Do you have excellent communication skills?

Do you want to work for one of the best employability providers in Scotland?

Would you like to help someone with barriers to work find their dream job?

Then come and work for Enable Works.

Your role, as an Employment Coordinator within our programme across North Lanarkshire will be to actively identify and engage individuals with a learning and/or physical disability aged 16 - 67. You will deliver access to long term, flexible, multi staged support and help remove barriers through the creation of a bespoke, personalised package based on individual need.

Enable Works are the leading specialist provider of employability services for people who have barriers to work. We believe that every person in Scotland has the right to work in a job that is high quality and well paid.

Enable Works supports over 5500 people every year across 29 Local Authorities to learn skills for work.

We partner with thousands of employers to create inclusive cultures and improve the diversity of Scotland's workforce.

We are incredibly proud of our smart, capable, and motivated colleagues across Scotland and following a period of significant growth we are looking to grow our team.

We offer a generous salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities to develop and grow in your role.

We offer flexible working practices that promote a strong work/life balance so that when you are at work you can be the best version of you.

Values are more important to us than qualifications or experience, so if you don’t think you meet every requirement that’s ok, we still want to hear from you. Please tell us in your supporting statement how your values align with our organisation.

For further information please see our full job pack.

About You

We really need you to have these

• The drive, energy and commitment to support people to obtain highquality, well paid jobs
• Ability to manage your own workload and prioritise as needed
• Confident communicator
• Strong attention to detail
• Professional presentation and personality
• Some knowledge of the local community
• Ability to work with people at any age who have challenging barriers to employment
• IT literacy
• Comfortable working towards targets
• A natural, professional relationship builder
• A full driving licence

Why?

Our vision is that every person in Scotland is able to access the support they need to find a high quality job that pays them well and your drive and commitment to this job will help them get there. You will recognise each clients individual skills and aspirations and work with them to find a job that they love.

Our culture is autonomous so that means we trust you to make the right decisions for your clients, therefore you need to manage your work load well and be accountable for your time. Attention to detail is important as it means you can work accurately and follow instructions.

About Us

At Enable we believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities.

We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to:

• Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season Ticket Loans

Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles.

The Craighalbert Centre (The Scottish Centre for Children with Motor Impairments) purpose is to work with families and partners to deliver integrated learning, therapy and care for children in Scotland, supporting the enablement of children affected by motor impairments to achieve their potential and fulfil their ambitions.

We are actively looking for a passionate individual who is enthusiastic about working as part of a team devoted to supporting children with additional support needs. In the capacity of a Learning, Care, and Therapy Practitioner, you will become an essential member of our highly experienced and dedicated teams, bringing your enthusiasm to your work each day.

As a fundamental part of our commitment to fostering a personalised and inclusive environment, we design specialised settings that nurture children's learning, curiosity, well-being, and ongoing health. Your responsibilities will include assisting with personal care, facilitating learning and active engagement, and contributing to therapy support. Our goal is to empower each child to reach their fullest potential.

We offer a range of benefits, including an attractive salary package, Local Government Pension Scheme, substantial annual leave allowance (55 days), family support, access to an employee assistance program, and complimentary on-site parking.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced health and social care practice assessor to join our national Learning and Development team.

As a SVQ Assessor/Internal Verifier, you will work remotely within our internal SQA Approved Centre, which was awarded “high confidence” from SQA and “outstanding” feedback in our latest external verifications. You will predominantly support our staff in services in Fife, Forth Valley, the Lothians and the Borders to gain their qualifications in SVQ Level 2, 3 or 4 Social Services and Healthcare. You may also support candidates from other service areas as required.

You’ll lead candidates through their induction onto their qualification, plan assessments, provide learner support and assess holistically. You’ll be passionate about learning and experienced in offering additional learner support to suit a variety of learning styles and abilities. You will have strong organisational and communication skills, be comfortable and confident in the use of online tools such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom and MS Office.

Working with around 30 candidates a year, we support candidates to complete most of their awards remotely via e-portfolio, but travel is required for direct observations and to support candidates. Flexibility and willingness to travel are essential to the role, which involves a combination of remote home-based working and travel to our services/office locations. Travel to other regions of Scotland may be required from time to time.

You must have a valid UK driving licence and access to your own car.

The post requires you to have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Health and Social Care and a care qualification at SVQ Level 3, or equivalent. Ideally you will hold an SVQ Assessor and an Internal Verifier award, alternatively you must have a willingness to work towards these professional qualifications.

As a few of our Trustees, including our Chair, are reaching the end of their extended terms, Cumbernauld Action for Care of the Elderly (CACE) is seeking passionate individuals to join our dedicated team of Trustees. We are also looking to fill the position of Chair to help lead our mission of promoting and supporting the needs of older adults in Cumbernauld and the surrounding Northern Corridor.

As a charity dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for the elderly in our community, we play a crucial role in combating isolation and loneliness. Our mission is to ensure that those we serve feel connected to their community, empowered to live fulfilling lives, and encouraged to embrace new learning opportunities. To learn more about us, visit our website (cace.info) or find us on Facebook (facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083135928840).

As a Trustee, including the role of Chair, you’ll have the opportunity to leverage your skills and expertise to support the well-being and independence of older adults. You'll collaborate closely with fellow Trustees, staff, volunteers, and the wider community, building strong relationships while gaining valuable experience in governance, financial management, and strategic planning. By engaging with stakeholders and partners, you’ll broaden your network, help promote our services within the community, and develop transferable skills—such as leadership, decision-making, and project management—that can enhance your career prospects.

Key Responsibilities of a Trustee, including the Chair:

• Collaborate with fellow Trustees to provide strategic leadership and governance for CACE.
• Lead and facilitate the Board (for the Chair) to ensure it fulfils its governance responsibilities.
• Ensure our charity operates in alignment with its mission, values, and legal obligations.
• Review and approve budgets, financial reports, and funding applications to maximize our impact.
• Support the management team in delivering high-quality care and services to older adults.
• Participate in fundraising and community engagement activities to advance and promote our cause.
• We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and skill sets. Induction and training opportunities will be provided for Trustees.

About us.

Watch Us Grow is a charity based in Palacerigg Country Park on the outskirts of Cumbernauld. We work with adults who have Additional Support Needs. We help people become more independent both at home and within the communities they live. We do this by creating purposeful roles and educational experiences that develop new skills and self-confidence.

We grow plants, flowers and vegetables organically from seed which we either plant up in our garden, sell or as with the vegetables donate to a local food charity. We are open to the public to wander around while we work and enjoy our space. Our garden is organic, creative, productive and embraces wildlife.

Job Description

Watch us Grow is looking for someone who enjoys working outdoors in all weather and all seasons. Your primary role will be supporting students in our garden; however, we are a small team so work across all our projects including our evening activities will be required. You will guide and support our students to complete their horticulture training and daily garden maintenance tasks. Your role will also involve physically taxing work normal to gardening and landscaping.

This job will involve you being creative in a way that will engage our students’ imaginations, you will be able to adapt how you deliver information to different individuals with different needs. You will help to keep garden projects fresh and interesting. Your work will involve heavily your knowledge of horticulture, you will also be happy to use both hand and power tools, dive into arts and crafts and have an interest in nature and the environment

You will report to the General Manager and work within an existing and established staff team. This role also requires you drive a 9 seater minibus (standard driving license required)

You will need to be enthusiastic and patient, show an understanding of people with additional support needs. You will have experience in Horticulture/ Gardening/ allotments, interests in Arts n crafts and have some DIY experience. You need to be creative, friendly and engaging.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Support our students and volunteers in all aspects of their work offering an experience which is purposeful and fulfilling both physically and mentally.

2. Ensure a safe working practice both in the garden and elsewhere which will keep all areas safe for visitors, students, volunteers and staff.

3. Ensure that all health and safety legislation is adhered to.

4. Help to create and deliver engaging projects for our students.

5. Help students to complete horticultural qualifications.

6. Working some evenings and weekends on social activities or on other fund-raising events

7. work that may include representing and promoting the values and work of Watch Us grow at events

8. Any other tasks and activities as reasonably required to fulfil the needs of the organisation

Funder: This role is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund for a 3-year period.

Could you be Key?

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.

At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.

We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:

• Main Grade Hourly Rate £12.50 (Induction and Relief Register Hourly Rate £12)
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.00.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Annual SSSC fees paid for all contracted support workers
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Costco Membership.
• Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.

No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.

Could you be Key?

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.

At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.

We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:

• Main Grade Hourly Rate £12.50 (Induction and Relief Register Hourly Rate £12)
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.00.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Annual SSSC fees paid for all contracted support workers
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Costco Membership.
• Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.

No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.