Jobs in Scottish Borders

About Aberlour Options Borders

At Aberlour Options Borders we provide a range of support services for young people up to the age of 18 years who have various disabilities. Our aim is to provide families with a short break from their caring role through the provision of high-quality child-centred services which provide a positive experience for the young people we work with.

We have a strong reputation for supporting young people with high levels of complex needs, supporting them to grow, learn and maximise their potential. We believe that every child has the right to flourish. Our Young People’s Workers play a fundamental role in ensuring that the young people they work with have the best possible experience in working towards their objectives in line with their care plan. Whilst not without its challenges and demands, this is a highly rewarding role, where the work we do has a demonstrable impact on each young person's progress. Using a person-centred approach you will provide enabling support ensuring the highest level of physical, personal and emotional care to support children in their daily living and within the local community.

What we are looking for....

We have an opening for two Young People’s Workers to join our staff team, on a permanent basis. Contracted hours are split – 23 hours per week during term time for 42 weeks of the year and 35 hours per week for 10 weeks of the year (during school holidays).

Weekday shifts take place during late afternoons and evenings, while weekend and holiday shifts are split as early and late shifts over the hours between 8am and 10pm. There is also a requirement to do sleepover shifts which are paid at £67 per sleepover.

This role will involve key working responsibilities and administrative tasks such as completing daily care notes, medication Kardex recording and care plan updates.

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 to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.

Experience is desired, but not always essential. Full training for the role is provided by Aberlour, with regular updates.

This is a regulated role, and successful candidates would need to be registered with the SSSC and PVG scheme.

A driving license is desired but not essential.

A Day in the Life of a Young People’s Worker

Our day usually starts with the morning routine. We support our young people to get ready for their day ahead, assisting with all aspects of personal care. We then prepare breakfast and medications as required for our young people and organise the day’s activities. We encourage choice and decision making for planning fun activities in the local community and beyond, assisting young people with communication and everyday tasks.

In the evenings, we organise in-house activities and enjoy relaxing with movies, sensory play and spending time with friends.

"Aberlour Options Borders provide a safe, fun and homely environment for respite for our son. He loves going to stay and asks daily when his next visit is" - (Parent)

"Aberlour treat me like part of the family" - (Young Person)

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. Pleaseclick hereto have a look at our Employee Benefits.

Borders Community Action is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our team. This is an exciting role in a fresh dynamic organisation that is looking to maximise the capability of the vital third sector across the Scottish Borders.

The Community Development Lead role includes direct support to local charities, voluntary organisations, and social enterprises by providing guidance on governance, capacity building, and partnership development. A key aspect of the role involves assisting groups with funding applications and pre-assessment of funds distributed by Borders Community Action. The Community Development Lead will also be responsible for promoting volunteering and work with partners to foster collaboration and help drive sustainable social impact.

Strong communication, networking, project management skills and good understanding of grant processes are essential for success in this role. It is expected that a significant proportion of this work will be dedicated to Eastern Borders.

The role of Treasurer is voluntary, and one that will be rewarding, interesting and varied for anyone keen to support the wider third sector in the local community and benefit the Scottish Borders and its residents.

Currently, the Board of Trustees meet six times a year, normally for no more than two hours, during working hours. There is also an AGM once a year.

The Treasurer is not responsible for the accounts administration - the role is one of review and reporting on the accounts, working with the CEO and others to provide advice and a thorough understanding of the financial position of the organisation to the Board of Trustees and ensuring the security of the charity long term.

The Board is seeking a professional in the area of finance, business or accounting who would have the skills to help report on the financial position of the charity and provide valuable advice in terms of risk, business planning and enterprise developments going forward.