Community Development & Engagement - Aberdeenshire
- Full time
- £28,000
- Remote: Home based in Aberdeenshire with regular travel
- Closing 9th December 2024
- Advertised from 2nd December 2024
- 37.5 hours per week, flexible hours considered.
Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. We are now accepting applications for our Community and Engagement Team Members - Parenting Focus. This role will be responsible for engaging with parents with experience of care and the people and professionals that are in direct contact with expectant and new parents with care experience.
The Team Member will be responsible for our work in Aberdeenshire supporting parents who have been impacted by care. Our aim is to reach all expectant and new parents with care experience in Scotland and ensure they are aware of what is being offered through The Village and our other Why Not communities. The Team Member will use a variety of approaches, communication methods and platforms to maximise engagement, including both in person and digital options. This particular team member role will have a specific geographical focus and lead to developing links and engaging parents in identified locations. The Team member will work closely with statutory sector and health staff, as well as voluntary sector groups to build knowledge of our work and identify and engage with parents. The team member will work closely with the peer mentoring lead, supporting recruitment of peer mentors within the specified area.
A full Job Description and Person is available for download below.
Application notes
To apply please complete the application form forms.office.com/e/QcdvcDN6ba
Closing date for applications is 12pm on Monday, 9th December
Case Support Worker - Addiction Support
- Full time
- £24,102
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 20th December 2024
To assist welfare rights & housing advisers in their work providing high quality advice and representation to individuals affected by addiction on matters of income maximisation, welfare benefits, housing rights, and money advice, in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers.
The case support will be provided within a range of settings from recovery hubs and local community venues.
By joining our team, you will be helping alleviate poverty and improve individuals, families and children’s livesand ensure our vision is fulfilled, in that no one in our communities endures hardship
Kinship Care Project Lead (Carers)
- Part time
- £26,000 – £29,000 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 6th January 2025
Role overview
To provide support for Kinship Carers across the city of Edinburgh through group support, one to one support, information, advocacy and advice to build their confidence and self-esteem enabling them to better cope.
ORGANISATION PROFILE
Big Hearts Community Trust is the official charity of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. Based in South West Edinburgh, we aim to improve outcomes for individuals and families, using the power of football. We work across three key areas : Mental Health, Social Connections and Equal Opportunities.
We work closely with local and specialist partners to identify areas of need, understand where we can best add value and ensure our activities are designed and delivered effectively within the communities we serve. More information on our work can be found at bighearts.org.uk
Full details can be found in the job description attached below.
Neuro Stars Project Lead (Children & Young People)
- Part time
- £26,000 – £29,000 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 6th January 2025
Role overview
To improve the quality of life for neurodiverse children and young people living in the South West of the city. We provide group and one to one support, information, advocacy and advice to build families confidence and self-esteem. Working in partnership with statutory and other services including the city of Edinburgh council, Parent and Carer Support and Family Wellbeing team.
ORGANISATION PROFILE
Big Hearts Community Trust is the official charity of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. Based in South West Edinburgh, we aim to improve outcomes for individuals and families, using the power of football. We work across three key areas : Mental Health, Social Connections and Equal Opportunities.
We work closely with local and specialist partners to identify areas of need, understand where we can best add value and ensure our activities are designed and delivered effectively within the communities we serve. More information on our work can be found at bighearts.org.uk
Full details can be found on the job description below.
Welcome Through Football - Group Worker
- Part time
- £23,660 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 10th January 2025
Role overview
To assist the Project Lead in the delivery of a programme of interesting and fun sessions/activities in consultation with young people to ensure they are at the centre of their own planning. ‘Welcome Through Football’ aims to assist in the integration and inclusion of recently arrived young refugees, asylum seekers and young people with a migrant background aged 15-25.
ORGANISATION PROFILE
Big Hearts Community Trust is the official charity of Heart of Midlothian Football Club. Based in South West Edinburgh, we aim to improve outcomes for individuals and families, using the power of football. We work across three key areas: Mental Health, Social Connections and Equal Opportunities.
We work closely with local and specialist partners to identify areas of need, understand where we can best add value and ensure our activities are designed and delivered effectively within the communities we serve. More information on our work can be found at bighearts.org.uk
Full details can be found in the job description attached below.
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