We require an exploration of the unique issues faced by people who are, or have been, substance-addicted and have accessed foodbank services in Levenmouth and Dundee. We hope to gain a better understanding of the key considerations needed as part of a call for an Essentials Guarantee for people who are substance addicted.

We are looking for a team or partnership who has:

• A good grasp of Income Maximisation approaches, with specific knowledge of cash first approaches desirable.
• Experience and knowledge of the complex issues caused by substance addiction.
• A proven track record of engaging people who have been affected by these issues using accessible, inclusive, equitable and safe methodologies.
• A solid understanding of the Scottish political and social contexts.
• Experience of embedding participatory approaches with people with lived experience into their research methods.
• A passion for ending hunger and hardship in Scotland and more broadly the UK.

About us

At Sense Scotland we deliver vital support that makes a real positive impact to vulnerable individuals, and we value the work each staff member provides to ensure key goals are supported for those we care for. Our vision is for the people we support to live meaningful independent lives in a world that supports them to achieve their own ambitions. We do this by committing to our core values in practice and align this to all we do. We want our colleagues to feel valued and recognised for the life-changing work that they deliver. By joining our team, you'll not only help us achieve the delivery of high-quality care and support, but you’ll also be a key player with supporting and maintaining a developing, high performing and valued workforce.

About the team

The learning and development team is dedicated to providing a high-quality and innovative blended learning programme for all staff. It is their primary goal to ensure that, through the Sense Scotland L&D framework, they continually develop and maintain highly skilled staff who can meet the needs of the people we support. The team develop and oversee the training and development across all areas of the organisation, from face-to-face and virtual delivery as well as eLearning modules and ongoing development through focused, service-specific support.

The team continually develop learning and development initiatives based on ongoing need. They are committed to exploring using digital methods to deliver training while improving digital literacy. By keeping abreast of changing healthcare and communication training strategies, as well as the rapidly evolving digital landscape which promises to revolutionise learning, Sense Scotland maintains a pioneering approach to learning and development and we want you to be apart of that.

About you

Are you already a trainer within Health & Social Care, or a nurse or Senior Care Worker looking to develop into the role of a trainer? If so, we are looking to recruit a trainer to join our skilled Learning and development team.

The main focus of the role is to deliver health and social care courses to staff across our services, which are all over Scotland. This role can be based at either our Glasgow, Dundee, or Kirkcaldy office, with travel required across Scotland and the option to work from home.

You will be working in partnership with experienced training colleagues and operational managers and be responsible for delivering high quality and engaging training face to face and occasionally via Microsoft Teams. In addition to delivering training, you will also be assessing competence and coaching new and existing colleagues, and be expected to help nurture and form long-term relationships with new and existing staff, supporting their continuing professional development and training. You should be able to adapt your communication and training style depending on the trainees and naturally build rapport with new people.

Some of the topics you would be required to deliver training in (but not limited to):

• Organisational induction
• Safeguarding
• Epilepsy and rescue medication
• Moving and assisting
• First Aid
• Administration of medication

Expected qualifications and experience

• Minimum SCQF 7 qualification in a care related subject or a qualification that would allow registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Experience in training delivering within a health or social care setting
• A minimum of 1 years’ experience within a setting that would develop a detailed knowledge of current issues affecting health and social care.
• Be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of current training and qualification requirements in relation to SSSC registration, organisational policy and procedures, National Health and Social Care Standards and the SSSC Codes of Practice.
• Extremely confident and have a good grasp of IT applications such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral are required, as well as excellent organisational skills and to be able to work on your own initiative.
• Be passionate and caring about what you do.
• Be able and willing to work flexibly in terms of locations across Scotland and times of day to accommodate staff shift
• patterns and service needs – including overnight stays and unsocial hours (evenings and weekends).
• You must have a full UK driving licence and the use of a car (business mileage is reimbursed), as travel will be frequent and include travel to services all over Scotland.

What would make you stand out?

• Hold or be working towards a learning and development qualification.
• Be qualified to support at least one of the core courses (Epilepsy, Moving and Assisting, First Aid) and be prepared to undertake additional training for trainers’ courses as required.

Working for us

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment, some of these include:

• Retention payment of £500 – we reward our people
• 100’s of discount options to use at high street stores, events, cinemas, restaurants and more!
• Earn £250 by referring a friend
• Training and development – opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge via our e-learning packages and so much more
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 24 days annual leave plus 12 Public Holidays which increases with length of service
• Pension scheme to help you save for the future
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life
• Cycle to Work scheme and HSF Health Plan, your health and wellbeing is important to us.

Our full list of benefits can be found here.

Please note that Terms and Conditions and/or qualifying criteria apply to the benefits listed above.

Are you an experienced worker in health or social care and are looking for an exciting and challenging personal development opportunity?

Do you believe that people with disabilities should have the same opportunities in life as everyone else and are you passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives?

If your answer to these questions is “Yes”, then you may be the very person we are looking for!

Key is committed to providing high quality, flexible support services to people who have a variety of support needs and disabilities, some of whom may have complex health needs. We have a focus on positive outcomes for the individuals we support.

Due to the ongoing growth and development of our existing services in South and East Ayrshire we are seeking a highly motivated, imaginative, and enthusiastic individual with a true commitment to join our established local management team initially based in Ayr.

In addition to providing direct support to individuals, the main responsibilities of the Team Manager role include helping to plan, co-ordinate and monitor services provided to a number of people. Also, to support, supervise and manage the workers who are providing support to these individuals.

The successful candidate will be able to work creatively and flexibly to provide positive leadership and support to their teams, enabling them to deliver high-quality person-centred support.

Evening, weekend work and overnight support responsibilities are required as well as support to workers out with ‘office working hours’.

Our staff are our most important asset as such we offer extensive training and development opportunities, including support to obtain relevant SSSC recognised qualifications.

For further information on the role please contact Vicky McNamara, Support & Development Manager on 07774556677 or at vicky.mcnamara@key.org.uk

A unique leadership chance to shape wellbeing and protection across Scottish sport

At Children First our ambition is for every child in Scotland to be safe, loved and well with their family. As a charity we offer emotional, practical, and financial support to help families to put children first and campaign to uphold the rights of every child.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of a recently established, national service which supports Scottish governing bodies of sport (SGBs) to effectively manage wellbeing and protection concerns for all who participate in sport. The service is being established through a strategic partnership between sportscotland, Children First and SGBs.

We are looking for a skilled and confident leader to lead the strategic development of the service. As the Service Manager, you will provide professional strategic leadership and direction of the service and manage the team’s partnership with SGBs to:

support their management of wellbeing and protection concerns and investigations in a timely and appropriate manner.

build the knowledge, skills and confidence of SGB staff through training, mentoring and directed learning.

facilitate the development of resources including practice guidance, tools and templates that support SGBs’ case management of wellbeing and protection concerns.

What kind of person will make a great Service Manager for the Case Management Support Service?

• resilient, skilled, strategic leader who can shape and build a new service in response to identified needs.
• able to inspire and motivate team members providing leadership, guidance and emotionally-intelligent support.
• ability to lead and work collaboratively with partner agencies to maintain momentum, effective planning and open communication.
• have an excellent understanding of wellbeing and protection for both children and adults.
• have effective organisational skills and an ability to respond to complex and changing situations.
• is a strong communicator who values a collaborative approach.
• is passionate about human rights.

If you have the above and possess a professional qualification and experience from an appropriate sector, such as social work, law, human resources or sports governance, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Base

You will work flexibly at home with a periodic requirement to attend meetings at our offices and those of our partners across central Scotland.

Salary, Conditions, Pension

We will offer you a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement (40 days inclusive of 9 public holidays, pro rata), flexible working opportunities and a contributory pension scheme. Additionally, we offer further benefits such as a cash-back healthcare plan, cycle to work scheme and option to join a Credit Union.

Hours

This is a fixed term, full time post of 35 hours per week funded until May 2027.