Capability Scotland
Capability Scotland

Charity registered in Scotland SC011330

Capability Scotland delivers exemplary care, support, and education for disabled children and adults across Scotland. We were founded in 1946 and have always strived to be a major ally in supporting disabled people to have full equality of opportunity and participation as citizens of Scotland.

Current vacancies

Social Care Team Leader - Perth

  • Full time
  • £32,391
  • On site: Perth
  • Closing 20th August 2026

If you’re looking for the next step on your career in social care, you’ve just discovered it.

***Benefits - 32 days holidays per year, increasing to 37 with service, Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme, Perks at Work, £600 Refer a Friend & much more!***

Housing Support, Care at Home, Residential and Day Services – there’s something for everyone in this role!

About the Role

We are looking to recruit a Team Leader who will support our Service Manager in managing our vibrant Day Centre and Community Outreach teams in Perth. If you’re passionate about supporting adults with complex disabilities and you want every day at work to truly make a difference, this is the role for you.

You will lead our support teams to provide care and support to disabled adults in our purpose-built day hub and within their own homes, residential spaces and communities.

Our Upper Springland Campus offers amazing facilities, including sensory spaces, craft and kitchen areas, hydrotherapy pool, rebound therapy, and an accessible gym all designed to promote independence, creativity, and wellbeing.

As an experienced social care Team Leader, you will ensure that our people continue to receive the exceptional, person-centred support we provide by being responsible for:

  • Rota management
  • Staff management, supervision, recruitment, and development
  • Managing supported persons activities
  • Health and Safety
  • Compiling and checking Care and Support plans for people we support
  • Management of medicines procedures
  • Financial management for people we support
  • Liaising with families, health and care professionals and social workers
  • Regular on-call support – shared between existing group of Team Leaders – Across our Upper Springland Services.

What you need to know

Hours – 37 hours per week

Example Shifts - Monday – Friday: 7.5 hours, (8.30am or 9am – 4.30pm or 5pm)

On-call Support – 7 days out of 28 including evenings and weekends

Experience/qualifications/key skills required

Experience of leading a team within a social care environment is essential, as is a willingness to take on any personal development opportunities. You should have a care related SVQ Level 4, or the willingness to gain this qualification in a given timescale. You should have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative. Driving Licence preferred due to the travel requirements of the role.

Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:

  • Competitive salary - £32,391 (£16.79 per hour).
  • We offer a fully funded SVQ – a qualification which is yours for life.
  • 32 days holidays per year, increasing to 37 with service.
  • Free PVG checks throughout your employment.
  • Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme.
  • Up to 3 x annual salary death in service.
  • Perks at Work – shopping discount scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • £600 refer a friend scheme.
  • 24/7 employee assistance
  • Working for us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts

*Benefits are subject to contractual terms.

We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit, #OneCapability.

What you need to know

This is a fixed term contact until 28th February 2026 - with the potential to become permanent due to planned retirement in the service.

Driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred – due to travel requirements of the role.

A full job description of this role is available by clicking here: Team Leader (Res Resp)

For more information on this role, you can contact our Admin Team at 01738 632995 quoting reference – CS1507263

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Payroll Business Partner

  • Full time
  • £32,925 – £36,925
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh - with up to 50% remote working (2–3 days per week in the office).
  • Closing 21st August 2026

Make a difference through payroll excellence.

At Capability Scotland, our people make a real difference every day. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Payroll Business Partner to lead our payroll function, alongside another Payroll BP, ensuring our 1000 employees are paid accurately, on time, and in full.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys leading a team, improving processes, and acting as a trusted advisor on complex payroll matters. You'll play a key role in ensuring statutory compliance while driving continuous improvement across our payroll systems and services.

About the Role

As Payroll Business Partner, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the payroll service, managing Payroll Officers and overseeing payroll processing from start to finish. You'll ensure compliance with payroll legislation, manage relationships with HMRC, pension providers and other external bodies, and work collaboratively with Finance, HR and operational managers to deliver an outstanding payroll service.

You'll also take ownership of payroll systems, reporting, policy development and user training, helping to ensure our payroll processes remain efficient, compliant and fit for the future.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing for employees.
  • Ensure payroll calculations, statutory payments and deductions are accurate and compliant.
  • Produce payroll reports, reconciliations and statutory returns within required deadlines.
  • Prepare and oversee BACS payment files.
  • Provide expert payroll advice to managers and colleagues.
  • Liaise with HMRC, pension providers and other external organisations.
  • Maintain payroll systems, coordinate software upgrades and testing, and implement legislative changes.
  • Develop and review payroll policies, procedures and guidance.
  • Design and deliver payroll training and support sessions across the organisation.
  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance payroll processes and systems.

About You

You'll be an experienced payroll professional with a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and a passion for delivering a high-quality service.

We're looking for someone who has:

  • Significant experience managing end-to-end payroll.
  • Experience leading or supervising a payroll team.
  • Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, statutory payments and payroll legislation.
  • Experience working with payroll systems and supporting system improvements.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex payroll matters clearly and confidently.
  • Experience building effective relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.

If you're an experienced payroll leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about accuracy, compliance and service excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:

  • Competitive salary - £36,925.00 (£19.14 per hour) *pay award pending
  • Generous annual leave entitlement of 37 days holidays per year
  • Free PVG checks throughout your employment.
  • Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme.
  • Up to 3 x annual salary death in service.
  • Perks at Work – shopping discount scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • EV Scheme
  • 24/7 employee assistance programme.
  • Working for us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts

*Benefits are subject to contractual terms.

We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit, #OneCapability.

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