UPMO
UPMO

Charity registered in Scotland SC037917

Upmo is a charity operating in Edinburgh, East Lothian and Midlothian, providing support and opportunity for adults with learning difficulties, autism, and additional support needs. Upmo delivers a programme of workshops and work experience opportunities.

Current vacancies

Enrolment Manager

  • Full time
  • £28,500
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 5th July 2024

We are looking for an Enrolment Manager!

Upmo is looking for an enthusiastic and engaged individual to be a vital part of our student journey. As an Enrolment Manager, you will interface with both external and internal stakeholders on a daily basis. You'll work closely with prospective students and their families or guardians, allied professionals, and our dedicated operational and support staff.

In this key role, you'll enrich and engage students, helping them navigate the exciting activities we offer at Upmo. If you're committed to supporting students and making their journey with us an engaging experience, we want to hear from you!

This position is based across all of our services in Edinburgh and the Lothians, so an ability to travel to and from Upmo sites and external locations is essential.

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Project Worker

  • Full time or Part time
  • £18,720
  • On site: Edinburgh and Lothians
  • Closing 1st July 2024

We are currently recruiting Project Workers to work with Upmo. Join our dedicated team supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism to reach their individual goals and ambitions.

We have vacancies in our teams based at:

• London Road/Meadowbank

• Leith

• Prestonpans

We are recruiting for full time staff who can work 30 hours a week, between the hours of 10-16:00, Monday to Friday, however both full time and part-time contracts are available.

Upmo is a Living Wage Employer; the rate of pay for this role is £12.00 per hour.

As a Project Worker, you will be part of an enthusiastic and creative team who provide daily support to adults with learning disabilities and autism as they participate in workshops and activities within our site-based services.

For this role, we are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with skills and expertise in art, IT, music, drama, dance, photography, gardening, and outdoor activities. Or, if you have any other skills, let us know!

This role includes supporting students in workshops of their choosing, working one to one with students, and facilitating workshops, and supporting people with personal care, as and when required.

While previous experience in care or support is highly advantageous, it is not required as we provide full training and ongoing support to our staff team. An interest in visual arts, performing arts, cooking, IT, gardening, or sports would be beneficial.

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