We are seeking part-time workers who share our values and have the experience and skills to support adults with autism and learning disabilities, within their homes (Supported Living), to access meaningful work, and to have fun and develop relationships. We have a few posts available with different contracted hours so please get in touch to discuss hours.

Previous experience of working with adults with learning disabilities is desirable, as is a good understanding of autism and the needs of people who use different forms of communication and a confidence in working with people with behaviour that challenges.

Tiphereth is a Camphill community based on the edge of the Pentland hills in Edinburgh supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in a range of day services, supported living, residential care, and social enterprises.

Key Tasks

• To build relationships with people using a person-centred approach founded on dignity and respect for individuality, and that enables choice and control
• To provide shared support, 1:1 and 2:1 support.
• To work positively with any behaviours of concern.
• To provide care and support with personal / intimate care tasks, administering medication safely, assisting a person’s mobility safely including using equipment, supporting meals, social activities, outings and attending appointments.
• To support people to live in a rich environment, manage a tenancy and build a home.
• To share and support members with daily cleaning tasks and maintain safe and aesthetically pleasing working/living environments
• To support people to participate as fully as possible in tasks and activities that interest and engage them, developing skills and a sense of purpose and value
• To act as keyworker for some people taking a lead role in ensuring outcomes, support plans and risk assessments are reviewed at least every 6 months.
• To build good relations with families, carers, and other relevant professionals.
• To plan, organise and facilitate group and individual activities
• To work as an effective member of a team following agreed procedures, and contributing to professional discussions and a positive team working environment
• Support members both inside the home, but also to utilise the outside spaces, supporting gardening, growing vegetable and plants, and enjoying nature.

Tiphereth Camphill is a vibrant vocational community in Edinburgh supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism to live, work and grow together. Home to around 50 people, Tiphereth offers a blend of shared homes and individual tenancies, alongside a range of social enterprises, workshops and meaningful work opportunities.

At Tiphereth, we value each person equally. We work associatively, nurture authentic relationships and strive to create a life of purpose, growth and shared experience.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Estates and Maintenance Manager to take strategic and operational responsibility for our diverse estate of twelve properties, workshops, external spaces and community infrastructure.

This is a key leadership role within the organisation, combining hands-on estates management with compliance, planning, budgeting and people management. You will play a vital part in ensuring our buildings, grounds and systems are safe, well maintained and developed in ways that enhance community life and support meaningful work opportunities for the people we support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on all estates, property maintenance and capital improvement planning
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, statutory inspections and certification
• Manage digital systems for safety and compliance records
• Act as main point of contact for contractors, regulators and insurers
• Line manage the Maintenance Officer and Maintenance Assistants
• Develop and manage estates and maintenance budgets
• Deliver an Estates Plan in partnership with senior colleagues
• Oversee community fleet management, including servicing and replacement planning
• Coordinate IT infrastructure, equipment and external IT support
• Maintain landlord, HMO and council tax registrations and exemptions
• Work collaboratively across the community to enable inclusive participation in estates-related activities

About You

You will be an organised, proactive estates professional who combines technical competence with strong communication and people skills. You will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, and motivated by working in a values-led, community-based environment.

You will bring:

• Experience managing a complex, multi-building estate
• Strong planning, budgeting and project management skills
• Up-to-date knowledge of health & safety and compliance requirements
• Confidence managing contractors, inspections and remedial works
• Experience of line management and team leadership
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office and digital systems)
• A respectful, inclusive approach that values diversity and participation

Desirable:

• Practical experience in property maintenance or grounds work
• Health & Safety or compliance qualifications
• Manual handling or safe working practice training

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave: 36 days, increasing with service up to 40 days
• Competitive pension: 9% total contribution (5% employer / 4% employee)
• Company sick pay scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Optional private medical insurance after probation
• A meaningful role within a supportive and purpose-driven community

Additional Information

This role requires a full UK driving licence and PVG clearance. Tiphereth is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity.