Emmaus (pronounced eh-may-us) Glasgow is a homelessness charity with a difference. We don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, meaningful work and a sense of belonging.

We are based in the north west of Glasgow - supporting up to 27 homeless people in our residential project, which we term our community, who help to operate social enterprises and give back to our local, national and international communities.

Our project operates on an ethos of equality, respect and collaborative working.

We are seeking a full time Support Worker - resident support and training, to join our small team. The role will be to provide practical, emotional and development support to the people who live with us, who we call our companions.

KEY ASPECTS OF THE ROLE:

• Keywork with an allocation of companions – establishing personal support care plans and providing support for companions to reach personal goals through everyday activities and planned 1-1 sessions. Ensure recording system is up to date.
• Support the everyday running of our homeless project, which we refer to as our community, and be responsive and flexible to the needs of companions throughout the day.
• Become a V1 assessor to develop training opportunities for residents to achieve Core Skills awards within the SCQF/ SQA framework.
• Undertake On Call telephone access as required (currently 1 week per month).

PERSON SKILLS

We are looking for someone with integrity, respect and compassion and is committed to working alongside our companions and who is willing to be flexible in what is required in their day. An understanding of the trauma impact of homelessness is essential.

You must hold a qualification relevant to being a Support Worker in a Housing Support Service and be able to register with SSSC.

After interviews, the successful candidate will need to provide evidence of right to work in the UK and complete a PVG check.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• 25 days annual leave and 10 Public Holidays.
• Offer of condensed hours to 4 day work week.
• Employee Wellbeing Assistance
• Monthly support and supervision
• Annual bonus scheme
• Real Living Wage Employer

Embracing difference, leading change

Are you a creative, dynamic and skilled leader who can champion change whilst taking others with you?

Scottish Autism believe in the power of relationships to transform the lives of the people we support. We help build a more caring, compassionate, and inclusive Scotland, relationship by relationship. As the largest provider of autism specific services in Scotland our responsibility is to amplify the voices and rights of autistic people.

This is an exciting time to join Scottish Autism as a senior leader with responsibility for our commissioned and regulated services for autistic adults. Our diverse range of services include education, day, and vocational opportunities, supported living, outreach, and specialist transition support. Our teams play an important role in delivering quality services and creating a world where autistic people are valued and empowered to fulfil their potential. Part of the role will include focussing on growth and development of the services.

Our service colleagues work in teams, supporting each other through the challenges and triumphs that happen every day. You will be a valued member of the Regional Leadership Team working collectively to shape and deliver our strategy and play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our mission. You will lead on the delivery of diverse and innovative high-quality services, as well as identify service development and growth opportunities.

With the focus on ongoing delivery, consolidation, and development of new services, we require an individual who is innovative and creative to develop these effectively. This will be in partnership with key stakeholders, supported individuals, parents and health professionals. Our leadership culture is about creating a positive, constructive, and supportive environment for the people we support, and our staff whom they depend on. You will also lead and influence partnership working, with Local Authority Commissioners, Care Inspectorate and SSSC to ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled while meeting care standards.

The suitable candidate will lead our West of Scotland and Orkney services, with a mixture of Housing Support and Outreach Support Services. You will have a relevant professional qualification in a related discipline and management experience. You will be responsible for overseeing the services provided within this area and as such will be an effective leader, coach, communicator, negotiator with the ability to influence and challenge, building strong relationships across multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring advanced autism practice.

This is a great opportunity to build a role with both strategic and operational responsibilities and influence across an amazing organisation and sector. For an informal discussion or more information about the role and what Scottish Autism can offer you, please contact Sandie-Leigh Coyne People and Culture Business Partner Recruitment and Early Retention : Sandieleigh.Coyne@scottishautism.org

Location is flexible, with an element of home working. The Regional offices are based in Glasgow with travel required to Kirkwall and other regional bases when required.

To view the full job descriptions click HERE:

View our Regional Manager Recruitment pack for more information HERE:

‘Working for Scottish Autism has given me the opportunity to engage with and support the autistic community across Scotland. The support and learning opportunities I receive in my role has been fantastic and has helped me to achieve my personal and professional growth.’ – Current Regional Manager, Fife & Tayside Area Services.

Scottish Autism are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package. See some of what we offer HERE

Do you have the skills and experience to provide high quality support for our services teams?

Are you enthusiastic, a dynamic problem solver, an effective listener and a good team player?

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge?

If you have answered yes to the above questions, we have a fantastic opportunity within our organisation. Down’s Syndrome Scotland is a member-led charity, established in 1982. We are the only charity in Scotland dedicated solely to supporting people with Down’s syndrome and their families and carers.

We are looking for a committed individual to join our Team. The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day general administration duties for our front-line service teams to ensure a high-quality service is provided to all those who contact us as well as responding to incoming enquiries via our digital phone system and emails.

For an informal chat regarding this post please contact Jo Hughes, Head of Service Development email: jo@dsscotland.org.uk tel: 07590 047472

Start your journey towards a fulfilling career with Quarriers!

Quarriers Glasgow North West Carers Service have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Family Wellbeing Worker (Welfare Rights)

Quarriers are an ambitious organisation and we believe that we have a role in making Scotland a better place.

North West Carers Service provides support to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of unpaid carers of all ages in the Northwest of Glasgow.

Your new opportunity

This pilot project will provide a valuable contribution to the overall service by providing high-quality, person-centred financial advice to unpaid carers and their families who are experiencing financial hardship.

The role will focus on offering practical support in areas such as income maximisation, welfare benefits, debt management, and financial wellbeing for unpaid carers. The successful postholder will work closely with carers to help them navigate financial challenges and connect them with services and resources that will help improve their financial wellbeing.

The role requires a high level of organisation, discretion, and a commitment to Quarriers values by providing much needed financial support that is inclusive, respectful, and empowering, helping carers build financial resilience and access their rights.

Working pattern: This is a temporary role for 12 months, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.

This role is an agile working role with blend of home/office/community settings dependant on service requirements.

What you’ll bring

• Strong understanding of the UK and Scottish benefits system.
• Experience in welfare rights, money advice, or similar roles in the voluntary sector role.
• Strong understanding of financial inclusion and its’s importance to vulnerable groups
• Qualification in relevant field (Desirable)
• Valid driving licence and access to own vehicle (Desirable)

What you’ll get

• SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
• Generous leave
• Training & development opportunities
• Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
• Family-friendly policies
• Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Life Assurance & Pension
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to Concerts for Carers

Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile.

Quarriers have investors in People Platinum accreditation

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.

Benefits

• Free physiotherapy and occupational health
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Non-contributory life assurance scheme
• Workplace pension
• Christmas savings scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service rewards
• Significant discount opportunities

Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principal providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. We are commissioned by Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership to deliver a Compassionate Distress

Response Service (CDRS) for people in distress who do not require a medical or clinical intervention. We would like to recruit for our Out of Hours Pathway for Emergency Services, First Responders, the Mental Health Assessment Units etc. The OOHs service operates 7 days a week Monday through to Sunday 5pm -2am. The service operates from our GAMH Head Office, St Andrews by the Green, 33 Turnbull Street, Glasgow.

Key Skills:

Good communication skills to be able to work effectively with referrers anindividuals using the service. Compassionate listening, be able to alleviate individual’s feelings of distress. Be highly resourceful in supporting individuals i.e., identifying coping strategies, self-management techniques and onward referral where appropriate. Be confident and competent to apply risk assessment, safety planning, and escalation processes where appropriate. SVQ 3 or equivalent or

willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential.

GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any requirements regarding your application, please contact Laura Middell on 0141 552 5592.

Appointment is subject to receipt of two satisfactory references. All staff will have Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Membership/Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check completed before any client contact commences.

GAMH are commissioned by Glasgow Carers Partnership to deliver support to unpaid Carers living within the North East of the city. Our service offers inclusive and holistic support to Carers to help maintain their quality of life and improve their health and wellbeing.

The primary focus of this post will be to work with unpaid Carers and Young Carers delivering a range of supports so Carers will have the ability to manage their caring responsibilities whilst also maintaining their own wellbeing. In return GAMH offers an attractive salary, excellent terms and conditions and a fantastic package of additional benefits. The successful candidate will also benefit from a full supportive induction programme as well as a comprehensive and effective learning and development programme.

All applicants must be able to work flexibly; early morning, evening and weekend working may be required.

GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any requirements regarding your application please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 552 5592.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the

Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be

subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.

GAMH services support people with mental health problems to recover and lead self-determined and purposeful lives. We currently have vacancies for reliable and enthusiastic people who can commit to our core values of equality, inclusion, and recovery. GAMH is a Scottish Living Wage accredited organisation and is committed to Fair Work First principles for all employment terms and conditions. Our Learning and Development Programme guarantees that you have continuous training opportunities to ensure that you have all the skills you need for the job as well as meeting the requirements for SSSC registration.

Project Workers provide first line management to Assistant Project Workers using established supervision and performance management systems.

They will contribute to the personal development of self and the team of Assistant Project Workers in conjunction with the Team Coordinator/Project Leader. Project Workers will implement agreed systems, procedures and practice for assessments, plans and reviews in conjunction with the Team Coordinator/Project Leader

Knowledge of the role and purpose of a social care worker is desirable for the above post. However full induction and training will be provided including on the SSSC Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards and how this framework applies to your role.

A qualification at SVQ 3 or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential due to the requirements to register with the SSSC for this post.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the values and attitude required to work with people who are living with mental health problems and who may have complex needs.

Applicants must be able to work flexibly; some early morning, evening and

weekend working may be required.

GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any particular requirements regarding your application please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 552 5592.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.

Through free-of-charge rides in pioneering eBike Trishaws - which it introduced into the country - the charity CWAS (Cycling Without Age Scotland) enriches, enhances and extends the lives of some 45,000 beneficiary passengers every year in almost every part of the country and offers its volunteer Trishaw riders fulfilment in a truly unique way. This is about care, commitment and camaraderie. It’s also about the joy of being out and about, benefiting from physical activity, developing intergenerational and community-building relationships and, for riders at any ability level, the pleasure of cycling. CWAS has branches from the Borders to the outer islands and we’re now looking to significantly increase our service in Glasgow through this role, the CWAS Glasgow Development Officer.

The Role

We are now seeking a part-time CWAS Glasgow Development Officer (GDO) who will build and enhance our presence at outstanding locations in the Glasgow area, including Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Pollok Park and the Riverside Museum. This will involve working with a wide range of people and organisations, from volunteers to beneficiary passengers, care facilities and their staff, local private companies, public bodies and other charities etc. The GDO will be guided and supported by the team at CWAS HQ and we’d like them to start as soon as possible. You can find out more about CWAS at cwas.org and about this role in the Job Description; the link to that is in the “Downloads” section below.

Community Volunteers Enabling You (COVEY) has been a lifeline for children, young people, and families across Lanarkshire since 1992. We provide 1-1 and group-based befriending, mentoring, and family support services tailored to those who need it most. Our mission is to help children, young people and families become more resilient, safe, and better equipped to reach their full potential.

This new role will lead volunteering engagement across COVEY - recruiting, training, supporting and retaining volunteer befrienders/mentors and parent/carer volunteers, while increasing volunteer capacity in line with service demand and strategic priorities.

As Volunteer Engagement Manager, you will have responsibility for COVEY’s volunteer system including recruitment pipelines, safe recruitment, induction and training frameworks, supervision standards, retention, recognition and reporting. You will work closely with Service Managers and frontline staff, who support volunteers day-to-day within services, while you ensure consistency, quality, safeguarding and performance across the organisation.

What we’re looking for:

• Significant experience leading volunteer recruitment, onboarding, training and retention, ideally within mentoring, befriending, family support or similar services.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, safe recruitment and volunteer boundaries

• Experience designing or improving volunteer systems, processes and quality standards

• Confidence using data and CRM systems to monitor performance and report on outcomes

• Line management or coaching experience

• Strong relationship-management and communication skills with the ability to influence, engage and inspire people.

What We Offer

We offer a rewarding and fulfilling role with the opportunity to develop your skills and career in an enriching environment. Our benefits package includes:

• 6% employer pension contribution

• 22 days A/L (rising to up to 27 days) and 10 public holidays.

• One special leave day to celebrate your birthday

• Flexible working

• HSF Health plan (including dental, optical, physio claim back, personal accident coverage, GP, mental health counselling, legal support, and discounts for gym, cinema, and shopping)

• Quarterly staff wellbeing activities

• Access to ScotWest Credit Union (loans, mortgages, and savings accounts)

• Access to learning and development opportunities

Mission Statement

Our long-term vision is to end youth homelessness. Our more immediate mission is to ensure that every young person in Scotland has access to expert youth specific services to assist them to avoid, resolve and move on from homelessness, making it rare, brief, and non-recurring.

Context

The Project Worker will work as an intensive support worker linking directly with young people either in the community or from the office base in Govan. They will coordinate and provide emotional and practical support on a 1:1 and group basis. Working with young people to secure a tenancy or to maintain their tenancy to ensure that a young person’s experience of homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring.

The Project Worker will offer line management, guidance, and support to volunteers, working together to support young people to improve their practical independent living skills, access other services and to reach their full potential. Project Workers are responsible for completing housing applications, support plans and risk assessments and are the main contact for any key peopleinvolved in the care and support of young people.