Cornerstone
Cornerstone

Charity registered in Scotland SC004780

At Cornerstone our aim is simple, ‘to enable the people we support to enjoy a valued life’. Everyday across Scotland we support people with disabilities and other support needs to become more independent and be active in their community.


Current vacancies

Branch Leader

  • Full time
  • £48,287 – £50,822
  • On site: Airdrie
  • Closing 30th March 2025

Do you have a wealth of experience of working in health & social care and are you looking for a fresh new challenge in a Leadership role? Then we have the perfect role for you!

We've got a great opportunity for a motivated and experienced social care manager to join us as Branch Leader covering North Lanarkshire on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Role

Working closely with the branch team of Service Leads, Lead Practitioners and frontline colleagues along with support from the Senior Leadership Team and Business Support Leads you will play a key role in supporting with the delivery and implementation of Cornerstone’s Strategic plan.

The main purpose of your role will be to provide effective leadership to your branch, ensuring it meets organisational Key Performance and quality Indicators. You'll be focused and passionate about the delivery of excellent care in line with us ensuring that we are the expert provider to the people we support. You will always look to maximise local business development opportunities, with key collaborative working partnerships with HSCP’s, housing association and all other MDT’s. In additional you will be first point of contact for referrals and oversee tenancy related matters where appropriate.

Please see our role profile for a full list of key responsibilities.

What we'll need you to bring:

  • Experience of working in health & social care.
  • Experience of running a local health & social care business, branch or division.
  • An understanding of empowerment and coaching versus management and supervision.
  • An understanding of developing an empowered workforce.
  • Sound business skills such as planning, tender writing, analysis and reporting, networking and income generation.
  • Experience of attracting new customers, securing new contracts and successful bid-writing and presentation.
  • Knowledge of the political and strategic environment as it relates to social care.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Demonstrable experience of good financial management.
  • An understanding of relevant statutory regulations and good practice.

It would be great if you also have;

  • SVQ Level 8/9 in a relevant discipline or equivalent management qualification.

About Us

Established in 1980, Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with over 40 years' experience providing great care and support for adults and children with various support needs across Scotland.

We operate over 18 local authorities in Scotland and provide a wide range of services to over 2,000 individuals each year. Our focus is to encourage social inclusion, reduce loneliness, and improve health, independence and wellbeing by working closely with the people we support and their families, setting personal goals with them, and ensuring they receive the care and support they need to live the best life possible.

We are always flexible and responsive in meeting the ever changing needs of the people we support and work closely with individuals and families to agree what sort of support will work best for them.

Our strategic aims

  • To become an expert provider of services to people with learning disabilities, autism and complex care needs
  • To be the best employer in social care in Scotland
  • To achieve stability and sustainability which supports future developments.

Do you have what it takes? What are you waiting for? Apply today! We'd love to hear from you.

Have any questions?Contact Nikki O'Brien, our Depute Director of Delivery on 07825050030 or Nicola.o’brien@cornerstone.org.uk

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Branch Leader

  • Full time
  • £48,287 – £50,822
  • On site: Peterhead
  • Closing 30th March 2025

Do you have a wealth of experience of working in health & social care and are you looking for a fresh new challenge in a Leadership role? Then we have the perfect role for you!

We've got a great opportunity for a motivated and experienced social care manager to join us as Branch Leader covering our North Aberdeenshire services on a full-time, permanent basis based in ourPeterheadhub.

Although based in Peterhead, travel to our services across North Aberdeenshire will be part of your role, so a full driving license and access to your own vehicle is essential (travel expenses would be reimbursed as set out in Corrnerstone's expense policy with travel reimbursed by HMRC legislation).

The Role

Working closely with your branch team of Service Leads, Lead Practitioners and frontline colleagues along with support from the Senior Leadership Team and Business Support Leads you will play a key role in supporting the delivery and implementation of Cornerstone’s Strategic plan.

The main purpose of your role will be to provide effective leadership to your branch, ensuring it meets organisational Key Performance and quality Indicators. You'll be focused and passionate about the delivery of excellent care in line with us ensuring that we are the expert provider to the people we support. You will always look to maximise local business development opportunities, with key collaborative working partnerships with HSCP’s, housing association and all other MDT’s. In additional you will be first point of contact for referrals and oversee tenancy related matters where appropriate.

Please see our role profile for a full list of key responsibilities.

What we'll need you to bring:

  • Experience of working in health & social care.
  • Experience of running a local health & social care business, branch or division.
  • An understanding of empowerment and coaching versus management and supervision.
  • An understanding of developing an empowered workforce.
  • Sound business skills such as planning, tender writing, analysis and reporting, networking and income generation.
  • Experience of attracting new customers, securing new contracts and successful bid-writing and presentation.
  • Knowledge of the political and strategic environment as it relates to social care.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Demonstrable experience of good financial management.
  • An understanding of relevant statutory regulations and good practice.
  • A full driving license and access to your own vehicle as some of our services are remote.

It would be great if you also have;

  • SVQ Level 8/9 in a relevant discipline or equivalent management qualification.

About Us

Established in 1980, Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with over 40 years' experience providing great care and support for adults and children with various support needs across Scotland.

We operate over 18 local authorities in Scotland and provide a wide range of services to over 2,000 individuals each year. Our focus is to encourage social inclusion, reduce loneliness, and improve health, independence and wellbeing by working closely with the people we support and their families, setting personal goals with them, and ensuring they receive the care and support they need to live the best life possible.

We are always flexible and responsive in meeting the ever changing needs of the people we support and work closely with individuals and families to agree what sort of support will work best for them.

Our strategic aims

  • To become an expert provider of services to people with learning disabilities, autism and complex care needs
  • To be the best employer in social care in Scotland
  • To achieve stability and sustainability which supports future developments.

Do you have what it takes? What are you waiting for? Apply today! We'd love to hear from you.

Have any questions?Contact Nikki O'Brien, our Depute Director of Delivery on 07825050030 or Nicola.o’brien@cornerstone.org.uk

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Finance Assistant (Treasury)

  • Full time
  • £24,336 – £25,979
  • Hybrid: Glasgow, Dundee or Aberdeen
  • Closing 3rd April 2025

Are you a recent graduate who's on the lookout for an opportunity to start a rewarding career in finance? We might just have the role for you!

We have an exciting opportunity to join Cornerstone as our Treasury Management Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis, based in Glasgow, Dundee or Aberdeen. This is the great opportunity for someone who is looking to start their career in a finance function.

The Role

Supporting the efficient and compliant operation of our Treasury Management function, you’ll assist our Treasury Management Officer in ensuring compliance with our financial policies and procedures; including, but not limited to: -

  • Posting bank transactions
  • Assisting with the management and reconciliation of credit card, Imprest and bank accounts
  • Maintaining accurate financial records
  • Providing guidance and support to our operational colleagues
  • Identifying discrepancies
  • Assisting with internal audits

Location

This role can be based in our Glasgow, Dundee or Aberdeen office, or part of our hybrid working model. If opting for hybrid, we would need you to live within a reasonable commute of Glasgow, Dundee or Aberdeen. There will be occasions that we'll need you to travel to other Cornerstone branch locations (travel expenses will be reimbursed as set out in Cornerstone’s expense policy with travel reimbursed by HMRC legislation).

About You

What we'll need you to be: -

  • Educated to Higher or equivalent level in a relevant subject (e.g. Business, Finance, Accountancy)
  • Able to consistently meet deadlines
  • Highly numerate with strong attention to detail
  • Capable of prioritising tasks while maintaining a high standard of quality
  • Able to work independently while also being a collaborative team player
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

About Us

Established in 1980, Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with 45 years' experience providing great care and support for adults and children with various support needs across Scotland.

We operate over 18 local authorities in Scotland and provide a wide range of services to over 2,000 individuals each year. Our focus is to encourage social inclusion, reduce loneliness, and improve health, independence and wellbeing by working closely with the people we support and their families, setting personal goals with them, and ensuring they receive the care and support they need to live the best life possible.

We are always flexible and responsive in meeting the ever-changing needs of the people we support and work closely with individuals and families to agree what kind of support will work best for them.

Our strategic aims

  • To become an expert provider of services to people with learning disabilities, autism and complex care needs
  • To be the best employer in social care in Scotland
  • To achieve stability and sustainability which supports future developments.
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