Self-Directed Support Development Officers x 2
- Part time
- £27,591 pro-rata
- Glenrothes and home working hybrid
- Closing 19th August 2022
- Advertised from 27th July 2022
- 21 hours pw and 28 hours pw
Role
Are you passionate about helping disabled people to be in charge of their own life? Our SDS Development Officers will work with individuals to assist them with considering their options under the Self-Directed Support legislation.
Used to carrying a caseload, you’ll be helping people to understand the options for their social care that are available to them. If they choose to employ their own personal assistants, you’ll help them further by working with them to make this a reality. Your work will likely cover the whole of Fife, though we may divide up the area into patches at a future date.
Warm, kind and approachable, you’ll be a great communicator and you’ll bring a creative, problem solving and “can do” attitude. You’ll be used to working on your own initiative, but also being part of and contributing to, a supportive team.
These two posts have been created after a restructuring, which brings together the two parts of our organisation – SDS and Disabled Persons Housing Support – to work in a more integrated way.
If you like the idea of being part of and contributing to, an organisation going through change, come and help us be the best we can be in order to provide the best possible service to the people of the Kingdom.
In return, as well as your salary, you’ll get a very generous leave allowance of 43 days pro rata, flexible working arrangements, employers pension contribution of 5% and death in service benefit.
The successful applicants will be subject to PVG checks.
Who we are:
Disabled Persons Housing Service Fife was established in 1982 to help disabled people in Fife get housed in the best way for their needs. Enquirers are given information and support from our Housing Officers, including a detailed Housing Options Report. After having decided on how to proceed, people are supported to pursue their choice, including referral to other professionals in order to maximise their points.
In 2017, we also took on the role of being the independent organisation that supported people wanting to explore options in how their social care was provided to them. We particularly support people to use Option 1 of the Self-Directed Support legislation to employ and manage their own Personal Assistant/s.
These new posts are a result of a restructuring to enable us to deliver both our services in the best way possible. In addition, a new name and new website will also soon be in place.
Application notes
Closing date 19th August 2022
To apply, email your CV of no more than 3 sides of A4, together with a covering letter telling us how with specific examples you believe you fit the job description and person specification to: recruitment@dphsfife.org.uk PLEASE NOTE that CV’s without a covering letter will be automatically discounted.
Interviews will be held in early September.
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Learning Coordinator - Fife Adult Learning Project
- Part time
- £25,600 pro-rata
- Fife (Home based)
- Closing 23rd April 2024
We are looking for someone to promote and deliver Lead’s Fife Adult Learning Project. This is a learning service for disabled people and carers who experience barriers to learning, work, and further education.
Project delivery options, what are you looking for?
- A 21 hours per week Learning Coordinator post? Please apply as per below.
- seeking a career change? Can you bring direct experience or relevant transferrable skills? This position may also be suitable as a development role for you if you are looking to gain experience in the third sector with a forward-looking, successful team where our people are supported to grow and develop in their roles. If this is you, contact us at recruitment@lead.org.uk ahead of your application to find out more.
About you:
Are you committed to engaging and supporting disabled people and carers to overcome barriers and embark on personalised learning journeys? Are you committed to delivering accessible learning opportunities and support transition onwards?
Are you passionate about the transformative power of adult learning? Are you confident in communicating one to one and with groups and have a flexible and creative approach to problem-solving?
Would you enjoy being an active part of the Lead Scotland team as we develop new, exciting learning opportunities in Fife for disabled people and carers?
Do you have great organisational skills, previous experience of supporting disabled people experiencing a range of barriers, of working one-to-one and in groups with learners, and of designing and delivering learning programmes?
Do you have access to transport as you will be working in homes and communities across the region?
Do you have an assessor’s award? No? Would you be willing to work towards this?
If you find yourself answering yes to some of these questions, watch our information video about working at Lead at lead.org.uk/current-job-vacancies
This post is home-based in Fife and involves regulated work for which a satisfactory PVG will be required. Lead Scotland has a Recruiting People with Convictions Policy.
Senior Support Worker
- Full time
- £27,371 – £29,124
- Livingston, West Lothian (On site)
- Closing 25th April 2024
Are you looking to take the next step in your social care career?
Do you want an opportunity to make a genuine and positive difference to people’s lives?
Then Autism Initiatives wants to hear from you!
We have an exciting opportunity for Senior Support Worker’s to join our West Lothian Occupational Team!
The Senior Support Worker (SSW) will support the management team in developing and maintaining the organisation’s standards relating to autism specific and person centred practices. Liaising with the organisation’s practice support team, the SSW will assist in the preparation of support and communication plans, ensuring consistent practices throughout support networks.
The SSW will assist in the supervision and direction of the staff team while maintaining the high standards of support in line with the organisation’s quality standards and mission statement. Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the social care sector and the requirements of the Care Inspectorate is essential for this role. The post holder will also be expected to commit to on-call duties.
The successful candidate will be required to register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.
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