For the past nine years, Bethany Christian Trust have been delivering a community-based addiction recovery program in Scotland. As the demand for this service grows, we are looking for a candidate who will lead, develop and deliver Bethany’s Bridge to Freedom program within a group setting. A significant part of the role will also be to facilitate and develop recovery and resettlement work in partnership with churches and other organisations around Inverness.

It is essential that you have experience in facilitating, planning and working with vulnerable people in a community setting. A qualification in Social Work, Social Care, Community Education or related discipline is essential, or a willingness to work towards such a qualification.

As Bethany is a Christian organisation this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Applicants should have and be able to evidence an active Christian faith and commitment.

Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme.

We are committed to helping our employees flourish personally and professionally. Below are a few examples of the ways we support our employees.

• Bethany provides 30 days of annual leave initially to all contracted staff, rising to a maximum of 40 days depending on length of service.
• Bethany provides enhanced payments for maternity, paternity, and adoption.
• Bethany operates a company pension scheme to which all staff are auto-enrolled, with option to opt out. We will match any staff member’s pension contribution up to a maximum of 5%.
• Bethany provides a death in service benefit scheme.

Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone's life? Do you have patience and want to create a safe environment for people to stay? If you do, we have an opportunity for you.

Role

We are looking for a Night Shift Worker who will maintain Bethany House as a safe environment for residents while promoting a caring environment through high standards of professional practice. You will work alongside one other night shift worker each night, offering support to residents and safeguarding the house

Your tasks include establishing and maintaining the general security of the building during night shift hours, in accordance with policies and procedures and accepted customs and practices; and upkeep of our 24 hours residential unit.

Experience of working with vulnerable and homeless people, experience of working within a team and an understanding of mental health issues, addiction problems and chaotic behaviour are essential for the role. You will have an SVQ2 qualification or be willing to work towards this.

As Bethany is a Christian organisation this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Applicants should have and be able to evidence an active Christian faith and commitment.

Successful applicants for this post will require membership of the PVG scheme.

We are committed to helping our employees flourish personally and professionally. Below are a few examples of the ways we support our employees.

Bethany provides 30 days of annual leave initially to all contracted staff, rising to a maximum of 40 days depending on length of service.

Bethany provides enhanced payments for maternity, paternity, and adoption.

Bethany operates a company pension scheme to which all staff are auto-enrolled, with option to opt out. We will match any staff member’s pension contribution up to a maximum of 5%.

Bethany provides a death in service benefit scheme.

The Rapid Re-accommodation Welcome Centre provides emergency accommodation with support to anyone who would otherwise be rough sleeping in Edinburgh. Following an incredible lifesaving winter season starting in 2025, the Welcome Centre will now continue operating for a further 11 months, through till 31 March 2027 in the first instance.

We are looking for Project Workers to join as:

Day Shift Project Workers (7.45am till 8pm, up to 39.375hrs a week)

Twilight Shift Project Worker(6pm-12am)

Twilight Short Project Worker(7:45pm-12pm)

Night Shift Project Workers (7.45pm till 8am, up to 39.375hrs a week)

The Day Shift Project Worker role involves working 12-hour day shifts (usually seven on/seven off). You will work alongside partner agencies to build support plans for individuals who are staying at the Rapid Re-accommodation Welcome Centre, to help move guests on to more suitable long-term accommodation.

The Night Shift Project Worker role involves working 12-hour night shifts (usually seven on/seven off). You will take directions from the night shift team leader who will distribute tasks throughout the night. These can include supporting volunteers as they serve hot meals to guests in the dining area, watching over the entrance to the Rapid Re-accommodation Welcome Centre, looking after reception, answering guest’s questions and keeping paperwork updated.

The Twilight shift roles involves working up to 6 hour twilight shifts. Please refer to each role’s Job Descriptions for specific tasks.

The post is a fixed term contract ending on 31st March 2027.

We are looking for candidates with the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Experience in working with the vulnerable
• An understanding of mental health and addiction issues
• Ability to deal appropriately with challenging behaviour
• An SVQ level 3 in Care/Promoting Independence or equivalent is desirable
• Administrative skills and experience in the use of Microsoft Office packages, especially Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to respond to a changing environment
• Ability to maintain clear & accurate records

Successful applicants for this post will require membership in the PVG scheme.

As Bethany is a Christian organisation this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Applicants should have and be able to evidence an active Christian faith and commitment.

The Rapid Re-accommodation Welcome Centre provides emergency accommodation with support to anyone who would otherwise be rough sleeping in Edinburgh.Following an incredible lifesaving winter season starting in 2025, the Welcome Centre will now continue operating for a further 11 months, through till 31 March 2027 in the first instance.

We are currently looking for a Day Shift Team Leader to cover the following shifts, working on a two-week repeating rota.

Week 1

Wednesday 07:45 –20:00

Thusday 07:45 –20:00

Week 2

Wednesday 07:45 –20:00

Thusday 07:45 –20:00

Saturday 07:45 –20:00

Sunday 07:45 –20:00

The Dayshift Team Leader role involves working 12-hour day shifts (seven on/seven off), overseeing volunteers and liaising with other agencies to identify suitable accommodations for each individual to move on to.

They will work closely with the Welcome Centre leadership team, with guests and volunteers. Good communication skills, along with problem-solving and decision-making, are essential.

The post is a fixed term contract ending on 31st March 2027.

Successful applicants for this post will require membership in the PVG scheme.

As Bethany is a Christian organisation, this post carries an Occupational Requirement in line with Equality Act 2010. Applicants should have and be able to evidence an active Christian faith and commitment.