Jobs in Renfrewshire

Introduction

The Wynd Centre, Paisley has been in existence for over forty years as the mission and outreach centre of Oakshaw Trinity Church. Its purpose is to provide outreach to the local community of all faiths and none in both Paisley, and the surrounding areas.

Our Centre fulfils this role by providing Counselling Services and also accommodation for local community groups. It has an auditorium used for various types of functions and entertainment. There is also office space that is available to rent for either short or longer term use.

The Centre has been presented with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Services.

The Opportunity

The Development & Administration Officer is responsible to the Board of Directors (the Board)

The Development & Administration Officer has a responsibility for employees and budgets and is accountable to the Board of Directors for the implementation of vision, strategy, priorities and policy as determined by the Board and the administrative requirements of Oakshaw Trinity Church. With an instruction from the Board of Directors to reach a balanced budget by 2027, the Development & Administration Officer will play a pivotal role in delivering this, ensuring that the Centre’s resources (human, financial, and material) are aligned to support a sustainable presence. The Development & Administration Officer holds a crucial role in creating and sustaining the conditions in which growth is possible.

JOB PURPOSE

Lead and develop a team of Support Workers to provide personalised, responsive, and high-quality care

Maintain an active practice by continuing to provide personal care and domiciliary tasks that respond to the needs of the carer and the service user that includes all age ranges, conditions, disabilities or illness.

Enable carers to get a break from their caring responsibilities.

Meet personal, social, recreational and emotional needs of service user. Supporting them to meet their individual goals

Continually evaluate standards within the service, working towards meeting organisational outcomes

Full details available in the job description below.

Paisley Housing Association is launching an exciting pilot project within our Estates Team, and we’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us.

We have two unique opportunities to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of our organisation and helping us as part of our plans to grow our Estates Team.

As an Estates Team Operative, you’ll play a vital role in preparing our void properties for letting and keeping our estates safe, welcoming, and well maintained. You’ll be hands on, working alongside a supportive team, and your contribution will directly impact the success of this pilot and the future expansion of our Estates Service.

What you’ll bring:

• Energy, motivation, and a practical approach to problem solving
• A commitment to high standards and pride in your work
• Team spirit and flexibility to support a developing service

What we offer:

• The chance to be part of a new pilot project with real potential to grow into a permanent role
• A supportive environment where your work makes a visible difference
• Training
• Opportunities to develop your skills as our Estates Team expands
• A generous benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave & 15 public holidays
• A Pension Scheme
• Employers in Voluntary Housing (EVH) Conditions of Service apply to this post