Assistant Service Co-ordinator
- Full time
- £26,635 – £29,495
- North East Edinburgh Recovery Service, Edinburgh
- Closing 24th July 2023
- Advertised from 7th July 2023
- 37 Hrs per week. Contract: Permanent
Role
Step Up and Shape the future with TPS
Are you ready to take on your next challenge on the management ladder?
If you have experience of working within Alcohol or other drugs and harm reduction with people who use drugs and/or alcohol and compassion, care and inclusiveness are an important part of who you are, our opportunities to work away from the routine in a demanding, challenging but emotionally rewarding role could be for you.
Our Turning Point Scotland Services in Edinburgh are looking for people like you to help provide individualised support to adults with a wide range of needs, either on an individual 1:1 basis or alongside others and as part of a team.
About You
As our Assistant Service Co-ordinator, you will be working within the service delivery times of Monday to Friday to support the Service Manager and the Service Coordinator to direct and manage the day to day operations within the Edinburgh Service by delivering an advanced level of social care support including taking responsibility for service delivery and development which includes provide line management support to the staff team.
You will be working with individuals who have a wide range of support needs, providing them with practical and emotional support, and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives. You will also line manage a small number of staff who will have their own caseload.
North East Edinburgh Recovery Hub
The North East Recovery Hub is a one-stop shop which offers a full range of drug and alcohol treatment and support services. We are a multi - disciplinary team comprising of Voluntary Sector TPS, NHS and social work staff. We are based with our main office in Leith, and a satellite location in Craigmillar.
We understand that everybody’s experience is different. When people come to the Hub, we personalise their care to achieve their goals.
The support we provide is always person centred, we do this by involving people who know the person well, this includes family and friends, other health and Social Work professionals, Advocacy services and our own staff members.
We believe having the right values of respect, compassion, inclusion and integrity is all you need to join our team! We would offer you full support in completing your application.
Please note that IT skills are required for all our vacancies.
Application notes
Full details of this role can be viewed on our website;
Closing date: 24th July 2023
Community Connector (Women's Homelessness Support Worker)
- Full time
- £23,643 – £24,111
- On site: Polton EH18 1ED
- Closing 4th January 2026
Care Support Scotland
We are a charity with decades of experience supporting people across Scotland, providing those who need us with support that ranges from Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity, Youth and Adult Homelessness and Older People services. Guided by our values of Respect and Compassion, we empower both the people we support and our colleagues to Thrive every day.
Why work with us?
At Care Support Scotland caring isn’t just a job — it’s who we are. Join our dedicated team and help transform lives while growing your own career.
• Pension contributions matched up to 6%
• Financial Flexibility – Access your wages as you earn them with our Earned Wage Access benefit.
• Employee Assistance Programme through HSF
• Contribution to HSF Health Plan – supporting your everyday health needs
• Generous annual leave – 33 days including public holidays, increasing with service
• Supportive absence policies to help when you need time off
• Death in Benefit Cover – 2x annual salary
• Support with funded qualifications
• Career development and progression opportunities
About the Role
We are delighted to offer this 3-year fixed-term post, made possible thanks to National Lottery Fairer Life Chances fund.
Due to the personal nature of the role, this post is restricted to female applicants in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, which permits an occupational requirement for specific genders in such circumstances.
• We are seeking a Community Connector to join our new Women’s Homelessness Service in Midlothian. This is an exciting opportunity to support women who have experienced homelessness and multiple disadvantage.
• Working alongside support workers, the Community Connector will focus on helping women to build recovery capital – their personal resilience, social networks, and community connections. The role brings additional capacity for group work, community engagement, and peer-led activities, complementing the direct support already provided by the team.
• You will support women to set goals, explore their strengths and aspirations, and access opportunities that promote wellbeing, recovery, and inclusion. By co-designing groups and activities, and linking women into local services, volunteering, and community resources, you will play a key part in reducing isolation and repeat homelessness.
Who we are looking for?
• Experience of supporting people facing disadvantage or exclusion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trust, deliver 1:1 support, and facilitate group sessions.
• Understanding of the impact of homelessness and multiple disadvantage on women.
• Compassionate, resilient, and committed to inclusion and empowerment.
• A driver with access to a car is essential for this role.
What You will Do
• Provide 1:1 relational support, using tools such as Outcome Star (Home Star) to set and review goals.
• Facilitate co-designed group activities that promote wellbeing, creativity, and peer support.
• Support women experiencing multiple disadvantage to strengthen their recovery capital.
• Build connections with local partners (e.g. Women’s Aid, recovery networks, community groups) to expand opportunities for women.
• Advocate alongside women to ensure their voices are heard and rights are respected.
• Work in a trauma-informed, gender-responsive, and strengths-based way.
(Experience in women’s services, homelessness, or recovery is desirable but not essential. Lived experience is valued.)
Careers that care!
Do you have a passion for connecting with people to achieve their goals in life, and enjoy the sense of achievement in empowering vulnerable people?
If so, we have a fabulous Service Manager opportunity for you to join our awesome team, leading our Dumfries & Galloway Learning Disability service. Because People Matter at Turning Point Scotland, why not join us to reach your full potential.
Embark on an emotionally rewarding journey and apply today!
About the role
As the Registered Manager, you will be an experienced leader leading a team working with individuals who have a wide range of support needs, providing them with practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives e.g. keeping safe, meaningful activities, community involvement, physical health, relationships, emotional health and wellbeing.
As the Registered Manager you will:
- Maintain the continuing relevance of services to individuals’ needs and purchaser requirements by ongoing planning, monitoring and evaluation.
- Oversee the financial aspects of the service, managing significant budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and making financial decisions.
- Where a need or an opportunity is identified, lead on the development of new services, support business growth and maintain reputational excellence.
- Comply with governance, law and legislation including local authority compliance, Care Inspectorate (at level 5 and above), SSSC and safeguarding procedures.
- Support the senior management team in the streamlining, promotion and monitoring of quality assurance systems which meets the needs of individual services as well as the overall service delivery in the region.
- Develop, monitor and implement supervision and appraisal systems for staff.
About You
You will have passion and drive to take forward a well-established Service and Team. Be passionate; and committed to the overall aims and objectives of the service and have the belief that people can live fulfilling lives with the right support in place.
You should also have:
- Experience of working with vulnerable people and leading a service delivery team, including managing the provision of a safe operating environment in a relevant context.
- The ability to negotiate with a wide range of internal and external partners and build positive relationships including local authorities and housing associations.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to effectively prioritise your own time and workload to meet a number of different and competing tasks in sometimes pressurised environment.
- Social Service and Health Care at level 9 (SCQF) or other speciality/qualification recognised by the SSSC for registration purposes as well as a relevant management qualification.
“They helped me through thick and thin. From when I came out of the hospital…they were there for me.” – James, Person Supported by Carr Gomm
Supporting people to live their best lives is at the heart of this role. As Service Manager, you’ll take a leading role in shaping high-quality, person-centred support within our Edinburgh and Lothians services for people living with enduring mental ill health in supported living environments.
Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity working across Scotland. Every week, thousands of people rely on our support to live independently, stay connected to their communities and make choices that matter to them.
Our values of Choice, Control, Interdependence, Respect, Openness & Honesty and Kindness & Compassion shape our work. Joining us means being part of an organisation where every voice matters.
Why This Role Matters
In this Monday-to-Friday role, you will make a meaningful difference for people living with enduring mental ill health by supporting them to achieve their outcomes and live their best lives.
You will create the conditions for good support to happen by guiding and empowering a team of Support Practitioners, so they feel confident, supported and equipped in their work. You ensure support plans and risk assessments remain relevant and person-centred, and you keep day-to-day arrangements running smoothly so people receive consistent, high-quality support.
Above all, your leadership helps create an environment where people feel listened to, respected and able to access the support they need.
“I think Carr Gomm is very good at putting the needs of people at the forefront, and that’s what’s important.” Rab, Person Supported by Carr Gomm
Who We Are Looking For
We’re looking for a compassionate and effective leader who can engage, inspire, and support others. You should have experience in adult social care, excellent communication skills, and a creative approach to problem-solving. You’ll bring:
- Experience in adult social care: You should have an SVQ 4 in Health and Social care, or be willing to work towards this, as well as experience leading or supporting teams in social care, with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities this role brings
- Leadership skills: You’re a supportive leader - approachable, adaptable, and able to empower your team, especially during times of change or challenge
- Problem-solving: Strong critical thinking and the ability to find solutions that make a positive impact on the people we support and your team
- Knowledge of the sector: A solid understanding of the Scottish Social Care sector, including regulatory bodies such as the Care Inspectorate and SSSC
Why Join Carr Gomm?
You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people. Staff have opportunities to shape how we work through specialist working groups and our Futures innovation programme, and we proudly hold the LGBT Charter for our commitment to inclusion.
You’ll also receive:
- 35 days holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave
- A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions
- Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling
- Free Blue Light Card (giving access to thousands of discounts and promotions)
- Membership of a credit union
- Cycle to work scheme; and more!
Service Manager – Scottish Borders
- Full time
- £34,621 – £39,305
- On site: Scottish Borders
- Closing 11th January 2026
Supporting people to live their best lives is at the heart of this role. As Service Manager, you’ll take a leading role in shaping high-quality, person-centred support within our Borders services. You’ll oversee our visiting service based in Galashiels, as well as our core and cluster services in Melrose, where people are supported in partnership with the NHS.
Carr Gomm is a leading social care and community development charity working across Scotland. Every week, thousands of people rely on our support to live independently, stay connected to their communities and make choices that matter to them.
Our values of Choice, Control, Interdependence, Respect, Openness & Honesty and Kindness & Compassion shape our work. Joining us means being part of an organisation where every voice matters.
Why This Role Matters
In this Monday-to-Friday role, you will make a meaningful difference for people living with enduring mental ill health by supporting them to achieve their outcomes and live their best lives.
You will create the conditions for good support to happen by guiding and empowering a team of Support Practitioners so they feel confident, supported and equipped in their work. You ensure support plans and risk assessments remain relevant and person-centred, and you keep day-to-day arrangements running smoothly so people receive consistent, high-quality support.
Above all, your leadership helps create an environment where people feel listened to, respected and able to access the support they need.
“They helped me through thick and thin. From when I came out of the hospital…they were there for me.” – James, Person Supported by Carr Gomm
Who We Are Looking For
We’re looking for a compassionate and effective leader who can engage, inspire, and support others. You should have experience in adult social care, excellent communication skills, and a creative approach to problem-solving. You’ll bring:
- Experience in adult social care: You should have an SVQ 4 in Health and Social care, or be willing to work towards this, as well as experience leading or supporting teams in social care, with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities this role brings
- Leadership skills: You’re a supportive leader - approachable, adaptable, and able to empower your team, especially during times of change or challenge
- Problem-solving: Strong critical thinking and the ability to find solutions that make a positive impact on the people we support and your team
- Knowledge of the sector: A solid understanding of the Scottish Social Care sector, including regulatory bodies such as the Care Inspectorate and SSSC
Why Join Carr Gomm?
You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that invests in its people. Staff have opportunities to shape how we work through specialist working groups and our Futures innovation programme, and we proudly hold the LGBT Charter for our commitment to inclusion.
You’ll also receive:
- 35 days holiday per year, increasing to 40 days with length of service
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave
- A Defined Contribution pension scheme, with incremental employer contributions
- Access to the Carr Gomm App: which includes free physiotherapy, health coaching and counselling
- Free Blue Light Card (giving access to thousands of discounts and promotions)
- Membership of a credit union
- Cycle to work scheme; and more!
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