We are looking for an experienced individual to fill an exciting role within our Business Services team.

Cairn is looking for a Business Analysis Assistant to support the Business Analysis team and wider organisation with specific focus on performance reporting and improvement activities. Contribute to the delivery of the Business Plan and other strategic objectives across the Group.

Due to the nature of the role there are a few things we require of you: it is essential that you are educated to HND level/other relevant qualification or have 3 years relevant experience in a similar business support / reporting role. In addition are looking for someone with various experience including within a project team role, a performance reporting environment, in a continuous improvement environment, experience of process mapping and records management and experience of dealing with suppliers.

Please download the job description for full details on the role.

A Basic Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill an exciting role within our Communications and Engagement team.

The successful candidate will support the Communications and Engagement team and wider organisation to effectively communicate and promote key messages with internal and external stakeholders, and support the delivery of customer engagement in our decision making processes.

They will have a keen interest or experience in marketing, communications, event planning or public relations. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, which will offer the right candidate the chance to develop a range of new skills and experiences in a great team.

Due to the nature of the role we require you to be Educated to HND level or equivalent. You also need to have strong experience in the use of Microsoft Office packages particular design tools, experience of the web and social media, experience of producing clear and concise communications.

Please download the job description for full details on the role (available below).

A Basic Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

Equalities:

CNPA is an inclusive organisation and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity, relationship status, disability, age and social class. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, as they are under-represented in the environment sector.

We are Disability Confident committed employer, if you are an applicant with disabilities who meets the essential requirements of the post, we will interview you. In all circumstances CNPA appoints on merit-based evidence the applicant supplies in meeting the essential criteria for the post.

About Us:

The Cairngorms National Park (CNP) is the largest national park in the UK, covering 4500km2. It is also a place of sheer abundance, having more high mountain ground than anywhere else in the UK, the largest Caledonian forest, some of Scotland’s purest rivers and finest livestock rearing farmland. It is home to 25 percent of the UK’s rare and endangered species. It is a truly unique place to work, with our dedicated and passionate Communications team who are committed to providing the highest quality information experience for our varied audiences, every day. Furthermore, there is access to some of the most beautiful countryside straight from our Headquarters office door.

The Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) was recognised as one of Scotland's top 10 flexible employers and listed in the UK’s Top 100 best not for profit companies to work for; we’re dedicated to both this fantastic landscape and our employees.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Projects Coordinator to join the CNPA to develop and maintain a family of Cairngorms National Park and Park Authority websites, including the redevelopment of cairngorms.co.uk.

The Role:

As the Digital Projects Coordinator you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a family of Cairngorms National Park and Park Authority websites, including the redevelopment of cairngorms.co.uk. Meaning that you will help to ensure the smooth organisational communications operation of the CNPA.

You will coordinate the design, delivery, testing and evaluation of a suite of digital platforms that meet the needs of the organisation and our target audiences, and ensure the Park Authority leads the way in adopting and sharing best practice in areas such as web accessibility, search engine optimisation and user experience. This means you will understand our audiences varied needs and have opportunities to develop great working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

So, if you are keen to be our Digital Projects Coordinator and you can display the skills and experience listed here, this is the role you’ve been waiting for.

CNPA Benefits:

• Civil service pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with service, plus Public Holidays
• Professional development
• Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• Use of pool cars

About You:

To be considered as our Digital Projects Coordinator, you’ll need:

• Knowledge and experience of website and app design, including the use of PHP, HTML and Javascript, as well as database development
• Knowledge and experience of building, configuring, maintaining, analysing and optimising websites
• Understanding of the principles of user experience design and testing, and experience of their application
• Able to monitor industry trends, technologies and standards and be able to research, recommend and apply new technologies as they emerge
• A thorough knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) techniques, and of Google tools including Adwords, Analytics and Google Display Network
• Demonstrable project management skills, including budget management
• Good communication skills, both presentation and written
• Self-motivated, adaptable and enthusiastic (willing and able to take the initiative)
• Permission to work in the UK

A recognised qualification to degree standard or equivalent in website design / development, computer science, graphic design or equivalent; experience of running and evaluating online marketing campaigns and interest or experience in photography, videography and digital content creation would be beneficial to your application.

We are looking for an experienced individual to fill an exciting role within our Property Services Investment Team.

Cairn Housing Association is a national provider with over 4,000 units in management across Scotland.

Cairn Housing Association requires a Property Investment Officer. You will provide project management and supervision of investment projects to the Group’s housing stock, and to prioritise and administer planned preventative maintenance and capital improvement works. There will be an emphasis in managing Fire Safety Project work relating to actions derived from Fire Risk Assessments and known risks associated with Sheltered and Retirement housing. The post holder will coordinate and monitor performance of annual/term contracts in relation to the Group’s stock, demonstrating compliance with appropriate regulations, guidance and good practice and are in line with the Group’s policies, procedures and procurement rules.

It is essential that you hold a relevant building- or construction-related qualification to HND level or above and have substantial experience with property maintenance and/or development, including project management and health and safety. Experience of passive and active fire safety protection may be advantageous.

Please download the job description for full details on the role.

A Basic Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

We are looking for a dynamic and creative Senior Project Worker, to lead our Resource Centre in Easter-Ross.

This role involves provision of recovery-focussed and person-centred support to people attending the Centre, through individual and group-based work, as well as leading the Centre team and managing the service.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have some or all of the following: an SVQ Level 3 qualification in Social Services and Health Care (or an equivalent qualification), experience of leading a service and of providing support to people whose Mental Health issues seriously affect their lives. The post holder will be required to pass a PVG check.

This is one of a number of centres around Scotland where Change Mental Health welcomes people with a wide variety of mental health conditions and offers compassionate, creative, focussed support that can assist recovery. Our aim in these centres is to provide a warm, welcoming environment where people can find the confidence and trust that they need in order to engage with support.

As Senior Project Worker you will be the lead for a small team of Project Workers and Volunteers, providing line management, supervision and advice for the staff, as well as engaging directly in support work with people who use the centre. You will also have scope to use your creativity in developing the Centre, through cooperation with service users, the Centre staff and colleagues in stakeholder organisations. This role will be an opportunity to bring new energy and ideas to a service that already has a well-deserved reputation for providing an excellent service.

Why work with us?

Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life.

Our person-centred approach puts the people we work with at the heart of what we do ensuring they have greater opportunity, can build confidence and social skills, and become more integrated into their communities. By building connections and support around individual needs, our team of nearly 200 staff and 800 members value the lived experience which informs the services we deliver. We look beyond illness by taking a holistic approach that ensures no one has to face mental ill health alone.

Benefits

· Professional development including funded opportunities.

· A generous 37 days’ holiday.

· A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan.

· A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment.

· 24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial and medical advice as well as support with life’s challenges.

· Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements

· Paid Mental Wellbeing Days

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Blue Light discount card

JOB PURPOSE:

To supervise, support, develop and train adults with variety of special needs in horticultural activities for their physical and mental wellbeing.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

1. Implement, develop and establish a program of horticultural training awards including the ‘Grow and Learn Award’

2. Maintain and develop the GROW garden.

3. Help develop commercial opportunities.

4. Support the operations of the nursery and Botanic Gardens.

5. Recruit, develop and support a network of volunteers to help the project

6. Liaise with parents, carers, guardians, support workers, social workers and other individuals and organisations as required.

7. To provide cover as required.

8. Gardening –To be practically involved in all areas of the gardens and support those with additional needs in their activities. A good level of physical fitness is required.

9. Ensure legislative compliance in all areas, including safe working practices in accordance with current health and safety legislation and to carry out health and safety procedures as required by HLH.

10. To always comply with HLH Code of Conduct and Role Model Behaviors

11. Responsibility for the security of the building ensuring opening and closing procedures are followed. Be a key holder and be able to respond to out-of-hours call outs.

12. Ensure the cleanliness of all areas of the GROW project including toilets.

13. To support in the delivery of our obligations to Highland Council, NHS, BID and other trusted partners and stakeholders.

14. To work with the Facility Manager to achieve the objectives of High Life Highland.

We are looking for an Outreach Worker to join our service in Sutherland. This role is intended to be permanent following a successful probation period.

You will work mainly on a one to one basis in the community, and/or in people’s homes having responsible for one to one support including carrying a case load and developing and reviewing personal support plans. You will work autonomously being able to judge when you refer to your Manager, taking responsibility for your own work.

You will also have a lead role in developing the Service, through collaboration with the people who use the service, the Centre staff, your colleagues across the Highland Team and colleagues in stakeholder organisations, including voluntary sector agencies, NHS Highland and other statutory bodies. Working alongside our Highland Area team, the role offers you an opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of people affected by mental health issues.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have experience of working in the Mental Health field or in another area of support work, an SVQ3 (or equivalent) qualification in Health and Social Care.

A driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role.

If you are interested in this opportunity but unsure that you have all of the qualifications and experience required, please don’t hesitate to get in touch for an informal discussion.

We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities, which benefit the individual, and the charity and we are a “Happy to Talk Flexible” employer.

If you are passionate about assisting Change Mental Health to deliver a valuable service to the Scottish community and feel your profile matches the criteria, then we want to hear from you!

Why join us?

Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life.

Our person-centred approach puts the people we work with at the heart of what we do ensuring they have greater opportunity, can build confidence and social skills, and become more integrated into their communities. By building connections and support around individual needs, our team of nearly 200 staff and 800 members value the lived experience which informs the services we deliver. We look beyond illness by taking a holistic approach that ensures no one has to face mental ill health alone.

Benefits

Professional development including funded opportunities.

A generous 37 days’ holiday.

A 35-hour working week, enhanced sick pay & season ticket loan.

A great work life balance with flexible and blended working environment.

24/7 access to an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme providing free legal, financial and medical advice as well as support with life’s challenges.

Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements

Paid Mental Wellbeing Days

Cycle to Work Scheme

Blue Light Discount Card

About Forres Area Community Trust (FACT)

FACT is a thriving third sector organisation that aims to make Forres a great place to live, work and visit. We follow the principles of sustainable development and our objects are to:

• advance citizenship and community development
• advance and protect the environment, culture and heritage
• advance education and lifelong learning for the benefit of the general public

FACT runs a number of projects to further these objects. FACT also owns Forres Town Hall, which is the base for these projects and a range of different activities offered by other user groups and organisations. Our next major step, having purchased Forres Town Hall through a Capital Asset Transfer, is to secure its long-term future through a major refurbishment programme and we are currently raising funds for this.

Post Aim:

• To manage the delivery of the strategic vision of the Forres Area Community Trust.

Main Duties

• To deliver FACT’s Business Plan and promote, plan, resource, implement, monitor and evaluate its projects and work streams, including the development of revenue streams to support FACT’s short and long-term objectives.
• To work with the local community to promote and support local projects within the aims of the Forres Area Community Trust.

Are you a creative and motivated individual with the passion and drive to support people with a recent diagnosis of dementia to live well in their community?

If so, you can be part of a National Team of Post Diagnostic Support Link Workers (PDS Link Workers) providing high-quality, person-centred support to people living with dementia and their families for a minimum of a year following diagnosis in line the Scottish Government’s minimum guarantee.

The aim of the PDS National Service is to enable people to live well with dementia and is centred around Alzheimer Scotland's 5 pillar model so that people move on to a period of supported self- management.

The model includes understanding the illness and coming to terms with the diagnosis, peer support, connecting and maintaining links with their community along with planning for future care and decision making to develop an outcome focused plan to support their future hopes, desires and aspirations.

Supporting our Highland locality, the post will be based within the CMHT at County Community Hospital, Invergordon. Alzheimer Scotland’s PDS Link Workers are required to be effective team workers and have the skills to build and maintain relationships with colleagues both within Alzheimer Scotland, the NHS and other stakeholders.

Skills in using digital platforms are essential as we use a blended approach to support people that involve some virtual meetings and on-line groups.

Applicants must hold a recognised relevant professional qualification, have a good understanding of dementia and how it affects people and their families along with excellent communication skills, a warm flexible approach, combined with skills in empathy and relationship building.

In addition, you should have skills and knowledge at the Enhanced Level of the Promoting Excellence Framework or be able to evidence you are working towards its completion.

This post requires a full driving license and access to a car.