Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.

If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.

Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What we offer:

Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.

• Competitive Salary and Pension Options
• Full time & Part time hours available
• Double pay for festive bank holidays
• Long service awards
• Fully funded SVQ3
• Access to our benefits platform with high street voucher and tech discounts and cycle to work scheme to name a few!
• Inhouse training programmes
• Significant Gym discounts
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• 24/7 access to employee assistance programme, including counselling
• A wide range of family friendly policies
• Life Assurance cover of 3 times your salary
• Credit Union
• £200 refer a friend scheme

And many more!

About the Role:

As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.

Main Responsibilities:

We are looking for two Nightshift Support Workers for our Titchfield Service, the hours available for these roles are both 20 hours per week. This will follow a shift pattern of 10pm to 8am across a rota, including some weekends. The Support Worker will:

• work as part of a team providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for homeless people.
• support, review, monitor and evaluate through our case management system, to achieve a positive person-centred outcome for the people we work with in line with organisational, statutory and legislative requirements.
• maintain and update all recording systems and documentation in line with relevant policies, procedures and practice guidelines, including the occupancy agreement, within required timeframes.
• provide, plan and facilitate key work meetings, key work sessions, meetings, reviews and other internal/external meetings in conjunction with the person’s support plan.
• provide general advocacy and advice to the people we support, including assistance to enable them to meet the conditions of their occupancy agreements.

About You:

• To join us, you need to have a genuine passion for helping people.
• Ideally, possess 1 year of experience of working with vulnerable people and challenging behaviour which can be from personal, voluntary and/or professional experience.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to undertake care practice in accordance with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) code of practice, National Care Standards, Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care and the Associations policies and procedures.
• Ability to relate empathetically to people and recognise their right to choice and independence.
• Ability to work flexibly and as a lone worker.
• Able to use Microsoft or equivalent applications competently.
• Ideally, hold and SVQ level 2 or above and be willing to work towards an SVQ 3.

We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Managers you will be able to develop in your career.

Honeypot seeks an experienced, talented Corporate and Community Fundraising Manager for Scotland

Founded 26 years ago, the Honeypot Children’s Charity has developed from a local, to regional to being a National Charity that spans, large areas of the UK.

Our latest expansion, the opening of our Residential Respite House in July 2023, The Old School Dalleagles, New Cumnock, Ayrshire will support young carers living in the Central Belt of Scotland. Young carers are children aged 5 to 12 who look after a sick or disabled parent or sibling. There are 800,000 young carers in England and Wales and 100,000 in Scotland. There is a great need for our Support Services.

Corporate and Community Fundraising has always been an area of fundraising where Honeypot has succeeded. Honeypot has had such Corporate Supporters as:- a £1M COTY partnership with Bank of America; A National Campaign with The Body Shop, A major Partnership with Munich Re, a portfolio of over 50 leading company’s in long term funding relationships with Honeypot. Honeypot has also succeeded in Community fundraising, receiving substantial support from The Masons Grand Charity; Golf Clubs; leading public schools such as Eton College. We now seek to replicate this success over time in Scotland.

“There is nothing more motivating for donors than to visit a Honeypot House, to see children on a visit or just to see the high quality of the facilities we provide.

As Corporate and Community Fundraising Manager for Scotland, conducting site visits of Honeypot House Dalleagles, as and when they are needed, will be a key role.

There may be an opportunity to develop a small number of key events in Scotland, such as a carol concert or challenge event participation, such as the Glasgow Marathon. You will be the lead for these events both organising and attending them.

Supported by Honeypot’s CEO, our Communications team and other fundraising colleagues based in England, the Corporate and Community Fundraiser, Scotland; will be working towards set targets and growing the Charity.

If you relish occupying an exciting new role with massive potential for success, that will give you freedom to manage your own success, while being highly supported by a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

Cunninghame Housing Association are recruiting to fill vacancies on our Board of Management. The Association currently has 14 members and are looking to complement our existing skills set to ensure a well-rounded Board.

CHA actively promotes diversity and inclusion and as such we welcome all applications. We are also keen to speak to any of our customers who may be considering a position on the Board.

Candidates should be able to commit to 8 meetings per year, normally held on a Thursday between 2.15 pm and 4.15 pm. Board meetings are held in our head office in Ardrossan however we also have the facilities to allow members to join remotely. In addition to these standard meetings, on occasion the Association convenes ad-hoc board meetings for specific items requiring discussion. Board members are also required to sit on two of our sub committees which meet quarterly. Other participation and training opportunities will also be available throughout the year.

Positions on our Board of Management are voluntary, but travel and other reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. By joining our Board of Management you will play a key role in helping CHA shape its goals. You will also have the opportunity to build on your existing professional experience, develop new skills, expand your knowledge and grow your network.

Would you like to help East Ayrshire Women’s Aid improve the lives of women, children and young people who experience domestic abuse in East Ayrshire? Do you have a willingness to learn, share your skills and work as part of a team? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you might be interested in becoming a Director of East Ayrshire Women’s Aid.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a team delivering vital support to vulnerable women, children and young people in East Ayrshire. You do not need to know everything there is to know about domestic abuse, but they do need to know that you are reliable and committed to our principles and values.

The position is voluntary, but East Ayrshire Women’s Aid will provide you with training and support and pay your expenses. The Board meets at least six times a year, usually on Saturday mornings.

Applications are welcomed from women from all sections of the community.

This post is subject to PVG Disclosure. Women only need apply. The post is covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010).

Do you have experience of supporting vulnerable women? Are you passionate with the energy and commitment to provide high quality support and advocacy for women who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse? Do you have knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse and a reflective, sensitive, non-judgemental approach? Can you work in a way that promotes safety and empowerment?

If so, we would like to hear from you.

This post requires a minimum SVQ Level III in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

RecoveryAyr are seeking to recruit an experienced, proactive and passionate Peer Worker to work as part of a collaborative team with staff from We Are With You and Barnardos. The post holder will work as part of a community based team providing peer support within a person centred continuity of care based model of long term residential rehabilitation for residents of South Ayrshire, in line with the agreed strategic ambition of South Ayrshire Alcohol & Drug Partnership (ADP), and in line with the National Drugs Mission

Job aims

• To work as part of a multidisciplinary and collocated team in South Ayrshire that includes a range of staff, peers and volunteers from third sector and statutory services.
• To provide peer based support for individuals wishing to access long term residential rehabilitation.
• To work collaboratively with individuals to promote recovery adopting a person centred approach.
• To work collaboratively with a wide range of statutory and third sector partners across the ADP, as well as with internal and external stakeholders, to achieve effective, safe and innovative service provision.

About KO-NEKT:

KO-NEKT provides 121 support within the community and group support within specifically designed Play & Skills Centres for children & young people (age 5-25) with Additional Support Needs (ASN). We fully support the integration and independence of our service users by championing their rights and to be the best they can be, supporting them to live, work and stay in the mainstream of their communities.

Job Overview:

As the HR & Training Officer, you will play a crucial role in carrying out the administration duties in relation to human resources, training and development programs. This position requires a well organised individual that has excellent organisational skills, can multi-task and has good attention to detail. This is a dynamic role where you’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your responsibilities and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resources:

• Administer end-to-end recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate employee records in line with GDPR and organizational policies.
• Liaise with Management Team and external HR Advisors in regard to employee relations issues, including grievances, absence management and disciplinary procedures
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in collaboration with senior management and Quest HR.
• Support management with performance reviews, goal setting and development plans.
• Manage online HR Employee Management System

Training & Development:

• Research and promote training opportunities to team.
• Maintain training records.
• Organize and coordinate internal and external training.
• Work closely with external trainers and professional bodies to provide accredited training and development opportunities.
• Track and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, making recommendations for improvements.
• Lead initiatives around staff well-being, professional development and retention.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: CIPD Qualification or relevant HR, Training or Business experience
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in HR, Training or Business
• Knowledge: Familiarity Care Inspectorate standards, SSSC and safeguarding (beneficial not essential)
• Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • High level of planning and organisational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively with teams and external partners
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Strong IT skills preferably with MS365 / Sharepoint
  • Familiarity with online Employee Management System (beneficial not essential)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Open to flexible hours over Monday to Friday
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits
• Supportive and inclusive team, we value working together and helping each other

The Company reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the Company’s business.

Our team in East Ayrshire are seeking an experienced Administrator, to provide a comprehensive and efficient administrative service. Do you thrive in a busy environment, having a wide range of different administration tasks to juggle and lots of different people to meet and support? If so, then this could be the role for you.

This role is permanent and part time, working 15 - 20 hours per week over three or four days. The hours and days worked are negotiable and can be discussed with the team. The salary for the role is circa £23,400 per annum pro rata.

With You is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen.

You will be part of a motivated, compassionate, and experienced team who make a real difference to the lives of people in East Ayrshire. The job is varied and interesting and based in our office beside Kilmarnock train station.Working within one of our services is always busy, sometimes challenging but always rewarding.

You will provide an all-round administration and reception service including secretarial and data related tasks. You will also provide clinical administrative support and have a role to play in ensuring the security and health & safety of everyone who comes into the service. We have many clients to support so a smooth-running administrative team is crucial to us achieving our aims each and every day. There's great variety in this role ranging from greeting clients, minuting meetings, maintaining our data quality to processing assessments and providing clinical administrative support.

Required Skills

To do this job successfully, you will need:

• experience of providing great administrative support in a busy environment
• experience in creating and using excel spreadsheets
• to be proficient at minute taking
• the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
• to be confident working in a team environment and able to work collaboratively
• a good level of Maths and English (verbal and written)
• to be organised, able to manage and prioritise your time and deal with changing and conflicting demands with ease
• good analytical skills with an eye for detail
• a can do, positive attitude
• excellent IT skills, including database management and be comfortable using digital media
• to understand work-based Health & Safety issues
• some flexibility with working hours and location from time to time

If you have worked in a charitable organisation before and/or have knowledge or experience of our client group, that would be an advantage but not essential. Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do, with a positive and engaging approach.

A full job description and person specification is available on request.

Diversity Statement

As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.

As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role.

With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we’ll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

About The Company

Everyone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health.

At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that’s staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether. We give people support in a way that’s right for them either face to face in their local service, community or online.

We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year.

We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support.

We Are With You.

Benefits

• Competitive salary pro rata
• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays pro rata
• 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
• An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
• Auto-enrollment into We Are With You’s pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
• Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
• We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS/PVG check.

Who we are

Alzheimer Scotland is Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our aim is to make sure nobody faces dementia alone. We provide support and information to people with dementia, their carers and families, we campaign for the rights of people with dementia and fund vital dementia research.

What you’ll do

As Day Services Manager you will be responsible for leading and managing high quality, therapeutic registered day services and commissioned and non-commissioned community supports for people with dementia, those at greater risk of dementia, and their families, and carers within the area.

You will be responsible for ensuring that services are of the highest quality, meet Alzheimer Scotland’s vision for unique therapeutic, highly person-centred support. There is also the responsibility for ensuring that our commissioned services meet all service level agreement, contract specifications and Alzheimer Scotland’s quality guarantees.

You will have overall day-to-day responsibility for the services within the area and will be responsible for promoting the services with key local stakeholders within Health and Social Care as well as relevant other organisations. As Day Services Manager you will manage the referral and assessment process.You will work collaboratively with the Head of Services to ensure safe practice and delivery of high-quality, person-centred therapeutic day services, ensuring practice complies with Alzheimer Scotland’s policies. You will be responsible for evidencing, reviewing and continually improving the quality of the services and will proactively participate in internal audit and Care Inspectorate inspections. This will include evidencing that services meet Alzheimer Scotland’s Quality Guarantees, Scotland’s Health and Social Care standards and other quality frameworks including those of the Care Inspectorate where relevant. This includes ensuring that the activities and supports offered meet the identified personal outcomes of those attending the services.

You will provide strong line management and leadership to your team, through setting clear objectives and outcomes, regular review within Support & Development processes and undertaking appraisals.

What you’ll have

The successful candidate will have experience of managing a team in a social care, health or other similar setting or be able to demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of the key principles and good practice of effectively managing and leading a team.

You will have knowledge and understanding of the Health and Social Care Standards and SSSC codes of practice and the Care Inspectorate and their role in registered services.

Understanding and knowledge of dementia, mild cognitive impairment and Brain Health and experience of working with or supporting people living with dementia and their families.

The successful candidate will have a recognised professional qualification in health, social work or related field, to SCQF Level 7 (SVQ 3)

For a full job description and person specification please see the attachments section of this advert.

The successful candidate for this post will be required to provide proof of right to work in the UK and will also be subject to a PVG check through Disclosure Scotland.

Could you be Key?

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.

At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.

We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:

• Main Grade Hourly Rate £12.50 (Induction and Relief Register Hourly Rate £12)
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.00.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Annual SSSC fees paid for all contracted support workers
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Costco Membership.
• Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.

No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.