ScrapAntics Manager
- Full time
- £31,616
- Hybrid: Dundee
- Closing 7th November 2024
- Advertised from 10th October 2024
- 38 hours per week (flexible) - Mon - Fri with occasional weekend and evening working.
- 28 days holiday allowance plus NI & pension contributions
Role
ScrapAntics is a thriving social enterprise with 4 full time staff, 15 part time staff and 20 volunteers.
We have a ScrapStore, a busy community space utilised by around 150-200 participants a week, and support 21 artists in our studios. We offer a range of activities for the community including youth clubs, art and craft sessions, play sessions, cooking, gardening, social groups, cycling, football and large scale family celebrations.
ScrapAntics welcomes everyone but we prioritise those who face challenges through disadvantage, including people with mental and physical health issues and those from the asylum seeker, refugee and international community. We are very much women led and focused on sustainability and putting people and planet before profit.
We require an experienced manager with knowledge of the third sector and a passion for social justice to help coordinate and run the organisation. We are seeking someone with a creative approach and ‘out the box’ thinking, who is adaptable to change and can think on their feet! It is also essential that whoever leads our team has a non judgemental approach and engages well with a diverse group of people.
Job Purpose:
- To support ScrapAntics’ CEO in the running of the organisation
- To support and coordinate the team - maintaining a positive and cohesive working environment
- To manage, document and lead multiple projects
- Internal and external communications and all associated admin duties
- Collaborating on funding applications and reporting as part of the management team
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Project management of commissioned projects
- Internal communications within the team - distributing information, answering questions, carrying out supervisions and being available for support
- Communicating and liaising with external partners and organisations including Dundee City Council and national organisations, ensuring positive relationships are maintained and information is shared
- Creating and collaborating on funding applications and project reporting
- Attending and facilitating organisational meetings; taking minutes and distributing these as appropriate
- Creating and updating/maintaining booking schedules and staff rotas
- Maintaining an overview of larger projects and supporting the project leads to deliver to budget and timescale
- Handling enquiries and taking bookings for activities, play sessions, workshops and space rental
- Creating and maintaining budget spreadsheets
- Maintaining a general overview of ScrapAntics organisational running and communicating changes and issues to ScrapAntics’ CEO
Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required:
- Experience of working in a thriving third sector organisation
- Passion for sustainability, community and social justice
- Positive leadership skills and experience of managing a team
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a welcoming, friendly and helpful manner
- High level of IT and written skills
- Project management experience
- Experience of applying for and reporting on funding
- Experience of working with spreadsheets
Further Details:
- Training opportunities will be available.
- Your line manager will be Sandy Greene, CEO.
Equal opportunities:
ScrapAntics is committed to being an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes all applications for consideration.
We know there are candidates who may not fit every criteria we’ve outlined here, or who have key skills we haven’t listed. If this is you, please do apply if you feel your particular experience or skill set could enhance this role.
Application notes
To apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing why you are applying for the role and your relevant experience, to kate@scrapantics.co.uk
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Contact: Please get in touch with any questions; kate@scrapantics.co.uk
Next steps: You will be contacted after your application to confirm whether or not you are invited for an interview. Interviews will be held at our community space in the Wellgate Centre.
All applications will be responded to, if you do not receive a response within 1 week please call Kate on 07584906186.
Service Manager (North Lanarkshire Service)
- Part time
- £31,250 pro-rata
- On site: Coatbridge Office
- Closing 17th November 2024
KO-NEKT provides 1:1 support within the community for children and young people (aged 5-25) with Additional Support Needs (ASN). We fully support the integration and independence of our service users by championing their rights and helping them be the best they can be. Our mission is to support children and young people to live, work and stay in the mainstream of their communities.
Based in our Coatbridge office, you will oversee a team of ASN Support Practitioners and manage a significant caseload of children and young people.
This is a key leadership role, offering an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people, helping them to live full, meaningful and inclusive lives. We’re looking for someone who has the vision, passion and skills to drive our services forward and deliver high-quality support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of ASN Support Practitioners
- Prepare monthly staff rotas, ensuring optimal coverage that meets the needs of service users
- Oversee the delivery of services to children and young people with ASN
- Ensure all service user information (eg, support plans, reviews and outcomes) are accurately entered and regularly updated in our bespoke online system
- Maintain high standards of data integrity and confidentiality
- Build and maintain strong relationships with your team, colleagues, families, social care and all key stakeholders
- Ensure that services meet regulatory standards and continue to improve in quality
- Maintain an in-depth understanding of the Self-Directed Support Act and apply its principles
- Support the business strategy locally and promote the growth of KO-NEKT's services in North Lanarkshire
About You:
- Considerable experience in Social Care, ideally with a background in social work and/or in a senior position within ASN/ASD/Disability service.
- Proven experience with Care Inspectorate values and requirements
- Proven experience in managing teams and driving culture change
- Strong commitment to inclusion for children and young people with ASN
- SSSC Care at Home registered (or willingness to register)
- Excellent communication and partnership-building skills
- Proficient in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office and databases to support daily operations
- Ability to lead strategically at a local level, supporting service expansion
- Full driving license and access to your own vehicle for business use
This role is essential to achieving our mission. If you're a dedicated leader who is ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
Family Time Service Manager
- Part time
- £34,255 pro-rata
- On site: Aberdeen (with travel to our other centres, as required)
- Closing 8th November 2024
Avenue is dedicated to supporting families during challenging times. We provide a safe, supportive and nurturing environment where families can spend quality time together during Family Time sessions. Our aim is to strengthen family relationships and ensure the wellbeing of children.
We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Family Time Service Manager to lead and oversee our Family Time service. In this role, you will be responsible for managing day to day operations, ensuring the highest standard of service delivery, whilst supporting both families and colleagues.
The Family Time Service Manager will work in collaboration with external stakeholders to facilitate positive and safe family interactions, while also managing staff, maintaining service delivery, and ensuring that all processes comply with relevant guidelines and safeguarding protocols.
The Family Time Service Manager must be a highly organised, empathetic and pro-active individual with proven experience in a managerial role, and experience in childcare or family-facing role. The ideal individual will have excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and the ability to manage both people and processes efficiently.
PVG: New applications or scheme record updates will be paid for by Avenue.
Centre Coordinator (North Ayrshire Service)
- Part time
- £27,300 pro-rata
- On site: KO-NEKT Play & Skills Centre, 4 Park Road, Ardrossan
- Closing 24th November 2024
Two-Week Working Cycle:
Week 1:
Monday: 10am – 2pm (admin)
Tuesday & Wednesday: 1:30 pm – 8:30 pm (centre hours)
Saturday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (centre hours)
Week 2:
Monday: 10am – 2pm (admin)
Wednesday & Thursday: 1:30 pm – 8:30 pm (centre hours)
Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (centre hours)
Role Overview:
The Centre Coordinator will oversee the daily operations of the KO-NEKT Skills & Play Centre in Ardrossan. You will supervise and support a team of ASN Support Practitioners and service users’ caseload, ensuring that the activities provided promote the social, emotional and behavioural development of children and young people (ages 5-25) with additional support needs (ASN). This is a dynamic role where you will play an active part in group sessions while also ensuring that the centre runs smoothly.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervision:
- Lead and supervise the centre team, ensuring that adequate staffing levels are maintained and that team members are equipped and supported in their roles.
Activity Planning and Coordination:
- Plan, organize, and oversee engaging activities that support skill development, social interaction and personal growth for children and young people attending the centre.
- Work directly within groups such as KIDS CAVE, Teen Club and KO-NEKT KREW, promoting positive behaviour and ensuring the safety and well-being of participants.
Effective Rota Management
- Balance staff availability and the diverse requirements of service users. Anticipate potential staffing challenges and adjust rota to ensure continuity of care without overburdening the team.
Caseload Management:
- Oversee a significant caseload of children and young people, ensuring their needs are met and they are supported to live inclusive lives.
Centre Operations:
- Ensure that the centre is well-equipped with supplies, and that activities run smoothly. Address any operational challenges as they arise.
Compliance:
- Ensure that the centre operates in compliance with Care Inspectorate standards, following all relevant regulations and best practices.
Team Development:
- Support the professional development of your team, promoting a positive working environment and culture of inclusion.
Record Keeping:
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date maintenance of records related to working practices, including the use of CORS (online outcome recording system).
Experience:
Leadership & Supervision:
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role, particularly in a social care, educational or support setting.
- Organizing staff rotas and providing mentorship or support for team development.
Experience Working with ASN:
- Strong background in working with children and young people (ages 5 to 25) with Additional Support Needs (ASN) or similar vulnerable groups.
- Experience in planning and delivering activities that promote personal growth, confidence, and social inclusion for neurodiverse individuals.
Centre or Programme Coordination:
- Experience in coordinating or managing a centre, youth club or similar programs.
- Familiarity with day-to-day operations such as scheduling activities, managing supplies, and addressing operational challenges
Caseload Management:
- Experience managing a caseload of service users, tracking their progress, and ensuring their development needs are met, ideally through person-centred approaches.
Compliance Knowledge:
- Understanding of Care Inspectorate standards and regulatory compliance within the social care sector.
Qualifications:
Relevant Educational Background:
- A qualification in social care, childcare, community development, education, or a related field (SVQ Level 6 or equivalent is desirable).
- Any training or certifications related to working with individuals with ASN or disabilities is a plus.
First Aid & Child Protection:
- Relevant qualifications in First Aid and Child Protection, or a willingness to obtain these upon appointment.
3SDS (Self-Directed Support) Knowledge:
- Knowledge of Self-Directed Support (SDS) and experience in working with individuals and families using SDS packages is advantageous.
Driving License:
- Driving license would be beneficial, but not essential
Do you want to join an organisation that has been named recently as a Top 100 company to work with by The Sunday Times?
Do you want to work in the beautiful town of Fort William - a relocation allowance of £8,000 is available.
If you would like to have an informal chat before applying please call Rhonda Wilson, Head of Admissions and Programmes in the Highlands, on 07715238337.
About Aberlour Sycamore Fort William
Aberlour provides a number of warm, loving homes for children where everyone learns, laughs, grows into their future and is treasured always. We have a strong ethos of values and a culture that enables us to Be Brave and to Keep the Promise of involving the children and young people as fully as possible in taking decisions that affect their lives.
Our home in Fort William is a Hybrid Model, we have a residential service for children and young people as well as a service we call Sustain Plus, which supports whole families by providing both emotional and practical support. We work with families and parents to secure a nurturing environment for children up to 18 years old. We also help parents/caregivers develop their ability to care for their children, provide practical parenting skills, and engage with their community. Our service provides flexible support of varying intensity and aims to encourage the development of family routines, resilience, and improved parental confidence.
We are looking to appoint a House Manager who will join our strong and thriving Residential/Sustain Plus community in Aberlour.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting vulnerable children and whole families to achieve the best possible outcomes in their lives. The successful candidate will have the drive, determination and cultural values to be able to lead their team to empower the children and young people to make the changes which will ultimately transform their lives.
We want someone who believes that all children and families are deserving of love and someone who will support the team to ensure that our children and families are able to live fulfilling lives.
You should have experience of working in and leading practice, preferably in a children’s house and with families. You must be visible to the team and children which will include working some evenings and weekends.
Ideally you will have knowledge about developmental trauma, how this impacts children’s early life experiences.
A comprehensive support package focussed on achieving excellence in practice is provided to all of our teams and the successful candidate will also receive clinical supervision, provided externally to support their professional practice development and well-being.
If you share our vision of Being Brave for every child, young person and families, and Keeping the Promise, and you have the skills and passion required to meet the challenges of this role we look forward to hearing from you.
You will be required to have or be willing to work towards the qualifications for being a manager in a residential childcare facility: a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 9 or above plus a management qualification at SCQF level 8 or above.
What we offer
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.
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