We are seeking an experienced and motivational Service Manager to lead our Mental Health Services in Angus. This key role will oversee two dedicated teams; The Beacon Community Wellbeing Centre and Angus Mental Health Peer Support Service (see service descriptors for more details).

The staff teams are made up of:

• Senior Support Workers – Qualified to SVQ Level 3 and above
• Project Workers – Qualified to SVQ Level 2
• Peer Workers – Individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges

You will be responsible for the day to day operations and staff management of the services, ensuring high-quality support for individuals experiencing mental health difficulties. You will be part of a management team, working with commissioners and other partners to drive the strategic direction of both services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic oversight of the service
• Manage and support staff teams, ensuring professional development and wellbeing
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and all legal and regulatory requirements
• Represent the organisation at conferences, forums, and stakeholder events
• Deliver internal and external training to promote best practice
• Monitor service performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Energetic, driven and passionate about mental health
• Skilled in prioritising competing demands and managing complex workloads
• Experienced in staff management, service delivery and strategic planning
• Confident in public speaking and stakeholder engagement
• Committed to inclusive, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused practice
• SVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Health & Social Care, Management or related field or willing to work towards this
• Proven experience in managing mental health or social care services
• Strong understanding of legislation and best practice in mental health support
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills
• Experience working with peer-led or lived experience teams
• Training delivery or public speaking experience
• Knowledge of the Angus area and local mental health landscape

About the Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Generous Holiday Entitlement
• Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package
• Free access to online discounts for well-known retailers
• Death in Service Benefit (up to three times your salary)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (great savings from 25% - 39% on bikes and accessories)
• Tech Scheme (great savings of up to 12% on computers or laptops)

Sponsorship

Please note that Hillcrest Futures do not hold a licence to sponsor any visa applications at present.

Hillcrest Futures is recruiting for a Support Worker. There are various part-time and full-time hours available, ranging from 16-39 hours per week.

About the Service

Kinloss Park project situated in Cupar is a group home for 4 individuals with various conditions such as learning disability, autism, mental health and physical difficulties. The project is 24/7 with a sleepover shift on site for any emergencies during the night. The property is a HMO with a lovely garden and appearance of a family home. Tenants are supported on a 1-2-1 basis and have shared support for meal times and in the evening. There is a 4 week rolling rota in place so you will have your shifts in advance which is effective for maintaining a work life balance.

About the Role

The Support Worker may involve:

• Supporting individuals with their medication
• Accessing community-based resources
• Daily life skills (menu planning, cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping)
• Support to manage finances and money
• Maintain personal health and hygiene including personal care
• Support with other issues that arise
• Emotional support
• Promotion of positive mental health including coping strategies
• Supporting the individuals to attend volunteering
• Holidays and weekend breaks
• Reporting repairs to the council as required

About You

You will:

• Have a positive, flexible attitude, with an encouraging nature
• Have excellent communication skills including verbal and written
• Be highly organised with the ability to work on own initiative
• Have the ability to react efficiently and effectively in emergency situations
• Be open to attending and maintaining ongoing training needs
• Possess an Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Level 2 in Health and Social Care or have the ability to work towards this qualification
• Flexibility with shifts patterns including weekend work, evenings, sleepovers and waking nights

All successful candidates will be required to obtain registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of taking up the post

About the Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Generous Holiday Entitlement
• Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package
• Free access to online discounts for well-known retailers
• Death in Service Benefit (up to three times your salary)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (great savings from 25% - 39% on bikes and accessories)
• Tech Scheme (great savings of up to 12% on computers or laptops)

Sponsorship

Please note that Hillcrest Futures do not hold a licence to sponsor any visa applications at present.

Hillcrest are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the people we support. All roles are subject to thorough pre-employment checks including references, and a Disclosure Scotland check or PVG (Preventing Vulnerable Groups) check to ensure the safety and wellbeing of those we support. All employees are expected to uphold our values and adhere to safeguarding policies and standards throughout their work.