To be the strategic lead for the co-ordination and collaboration of third sector employability services and represent the sector strategically. To work collaboratively with statutory and third sector partners to maximise the impact of the third sector on improving employment outcomes in Fife.

Strong candidate sought to represent and build capacity of third sector employability services and improve employment outcomes in Fife. The successful applicant will work closely with the Local Employability Partnership (Opportunities Fife) and other key strategic partners to develop policy and commissioning of employment services in Fife. They will manage a small team to deliver an established programme of training and events as well as offering one to one support for third sector employability providers to improve collaboration, capacity and skills. Knowledge of co-production and lived experience work would be a bonus.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a small team of very dedicated staff, working for a charity based in Perth.

Perth & Kinross Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Association has a wonderful story to tell. The Association has helped around 1,000 young people and their families create a better life for themselves.

Established over 30 years ago, the Perth & Kinross Duke of Edinburgh Awards Association provides young people aged 14-25 in Perth & Kinross with unique opportunities, helping them build the confidence and skills they need to succeed in life. We do this by offering bespoke activities and awards.

We are looking for someone who is an enthusiastic team leader with clear communication skills and the ability to motivate and give direction to a team.

Responsibilities of the role

• Development and delivery of an annual operational plan
• Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting operational performance and targets
• Day-to-day management of development, bookkeeping/administrative and marketing functions
• Leadership and development of employees
• External promotion and partnership working

If you have the following experience, then we’d like to hear from you.

Skills and experience

• Proven background in operational management within the third sector and/or public sector environment, preferably with a background in community/youth development.
• Experience of performance monitoring and working towards targets.
• Experience of managing a budget.
• Experience of human resource management and day-to-day people management and development.
• A good understanding of procurement processes and spend management.
• Basic knowledge of fundraising and partnership working.

Further information about the role can be found in the job description.

Are you looking to use your HR skills in a rewarding, thriving social care charity? Are you ready to support our people who provide the best care possible to our customers?

Capability Scotland delivers exemplary care, support, and education for disabled children and adults across Scotland. We were founded in 1946 and have always strived to be a major ally in supporting disabled people to have full equality of opportunity and participation as citizens of Scotland. Our vision is of an inclusive Scotland where everyone has the opportunity to have their voice heard, contribute to society and fulfil their potential.

You’ll be joining an established HR team; reporting directly to the Head of People & Organisational Development and working closely with two other Business Partners.

We encourage a work/life balance, so we’re open to discussing start and finish times that work around your life. You need to be within commutable distance of our Edinburgh office (EH12) as we work 50% of our time in the office and 50% from home. You should also be able to regularly travel to visit the managers you are partnered with across Scotland.

This is a challenging role, but on top of a great salary, excellent pension, and market-leading annual leave, we can offer you a real sense of job satisfaction. You will be using your knowledge and experience to support the people who support our customers to live their best lives. You will gain invaluable experience and work in a supportive team environment.

Job Purpose

To provide operational and project HR advice and support to managers and staff ensuring employment issues are handled in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements and meets or exceeds good practice.

Required Skills/Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent.
• Experience in a range of employee relations issues including attendance management, conduct, capability, and grievance.
• The ability to champion best practise, deliver change and continuously improve our processes.
• Up to date knowledge of employment law.
• An ability to demonstrate a commitment to our five values:
  • Kind
  • Inclusive
  • Open & Honest
  • Aspirational
  • Creative
• High level of self-motivation, able to meet several deadlines.
• Excellent organisational & communication skills with great attention to detail.
• Skilled in the use of all Microsoft Office products and able to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to work flexibly on your own initiative and as part of a team.

Desired Skills/Experience

• Knowledge of the social care sector.
• Understanding of HR systems, ideally iTrent.
• Able to start with us quickly.

Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:

• £34,744 per year and a 37-hour working week.
• 37 days’ annual leave.
• Up to 13% pension (8% employer contribution)
• Up to 3x annual salary Death in Service benefit.
• Enhanced sickness and family leave payments.
• Free disclosure checks throughout your career.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Shopping discounts through the Perks At Work scheme.
• Free 24/7 employee assistance programme.

At Carr Gomm, we have an exciting opportunity for a HR Officer to join our team!

This is an ideal opportunity to gain valuable HR generalist experience within a fast-paced, dynamic team in a Health and Social Care charity.

What are we looking for?

In our eyes, the best HR Officers are creative go-getters with a proactive mind set, who possess excellent communication skills to confidently engage with a diverse client group.

You will be responsible for the recruitment life cycle; managing, co-ordinating and monitoring the Recruitment Process from advertising to the appointment stage whilst being in line with Safer Recruitment.

You will also have the opportunity to become involved in the broader work of the HR team through contributing to a range of HR generalist tasks including, but not limited to, employee relations, compliance, HR Information, learning and development. You will be able to manage a diverse workload and prioritise the tasks depending on the deadlines.

You will demonstrate and promote the Carr Gomm’s values in your day-to-day work, with a person-centred approach. These values are Choice, Control, Interdependence, Respect, Openness & Honesty.

We expect that you will be an HR graduate (or currently undertaking an HR qualification) or will have some relevant HR experience.