McFarlane Trust is a registered charity and Social Care organisation that provides support and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities. We have been operating within Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire for the last 30yrs providing exceptional support services to our clients and building strong relationships with our external stakeholders. We currently provide support within 7 supported living properties owned by us, as well as providing support within a further 9 properties. We have 40+ clients who we support with our experienced staff team of around 130 employees.

Our services are not just about providing accommodation and support but about creating homes where individuals feel safe, comfortable, and independent.

McFarlane Trust has steadily grown over the years and is now in need of an HR Manager to join our Head Office team of 4. This will be an opportunity for the correct candidate to fully develop and bring together all aspects of our current HR practices into one centralised department. You will lead the HR department with part time assistance from existing employees.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a motivated and experienced HR Manager who is passionate about delivering high-quality HR services. The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• A passion for all things HR.
• An ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation and with external partners.
• A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Proactive with the ability to create own workload.

Your key accountabilities will be

• Recruitment and Selection
• Employee Relations
• Management Responsibility
• Staff Training & Development
• HR Policy & Procedures

Your key responsibilities will be

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
• Manage the recruitment and selection process
• Maintain pay plan and benefits program
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management

Professional qualifications and experienced required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• CIPD qualifications in HR minimum of level 5 qualified or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in HR management
• Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and lead a team
• Experience with HR software and systems
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

About us

At Sense Scotland our organisational mission is to, “Support individuals and their families to live their best lives by providing innovative and sustainable services.”

We are keen to find a leader to join our branch of Housing Support/Care at Home services across Fife who has a genuine passion to work towards this mission, making a significant, positive difference in the lives of the people with additional support needs and complex communication styles who use our services.

About the service/department

Across three locations, the branch supports 15 individuals within houses of multiple occupants. Each individual has their own complex needs including, but not limited to, visual/hearing impairment, physical and learning disabilities, epilepsy, diabetes and congenital rubella syndrome. We see each person as the individual that they are, and endeavour to provide services that support their interests, aspirations, health needs and wellbeing.

Individuals are supported in every element of their lives within their own homes and out in the community. The services are focused on improvement and development as well as sustaining what is already in place to meet needs.

About you

The Registered Manager role ensures a management presence in the services, taking responsibility for the strategic oversight of operations and practice; delivery of commissioned hours, recruiting and skills matching staff and providing them with full inductions, training, support, supervision and, where there is a need, formal performance management.

Audit and review of services on an individual and holistic basis to ensure support strategies and records remain up to date and relevant. The Registered Manager will build working relationships that allow them to work in partnership with the people that we support, their families and associated health and social work professionals to help overcome everyday challenges and plan for a positive future. You will develop and lead the Services Improvement Plan and the Organisations Strategic Plan, ensuring completion of action areas, acknowledgement of challenges and successes and identifying themes, learning and next steps to ensure continuous development.

We believe having skilled leadership and management is key to ensuring our staff team members meet individual needs by building trusting relationships, promoting independence and championing people to achieve their dreams and aspirations. We also believe that staff who feel supported, encouraged, appraised and part of a team where managers lead by example are best placed to be able to deliver such practice.

As the Registered Manager, you would be responsible for the operational day-to-day management of the service ensuring Sense Scotland is delivering consistent high quality care and continued compliance with relevant legislation. You would take the lead on the management of staff teams, budgets, and having positive relationships internally and externally across your geographical area, working in partnership with colleagues in the senior management team.

This post offers a huge reward in terms of personal and professional development. This is a role where you can really make a difference. You will work alongside and lead a team of Locality Managers, Supervisors and a large complement of Support Practitioners.

What you will need to succeed

• SVQ 4 and PDA in Leadership and Management
• An ability to build and develop positive long-lasting relationship with the people that we support, their families and their team members
• Experience of managing a team of social care professionals
• Passion for delivering a high level of support with continued review for improvement purposes
• Member of PVG Scheme & SSSC Registration (will be supported by Sense Scotland)
• An ability and eagerness to support, train and provide sound advice to co-workers in line with the organisations policies and procedures
• Excellent communication skills
• A resilient and motivated attitude
• An ability to manage your own time, workload and priorities
• A flexible and motivated approach

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our East Lothian Housing Support Services team.

The Senior Support Worker (SSW) based at our services in Prestonpans 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.

Benefits of working with us include:

• Competitive Salary
• Sleepover rate paid at £12.00 per hour
• 31 days Annual Leave Entitlement, including bank holidays
• Ongoing Learning & Development throughout your role
• Opportunity to undertake relevant SVQ qualification
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Medicash Healthcare Plan
• Eligibility to become a Blue Light Card Member for online & high street discounts

The Senior Support Worker will assist in the supervision and direction of the staff team and in 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.

Given the nature of this role, successful applicants must register with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or equivalent regulatory body.

This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge and fulfil your career aspirations.

Do you have a wealth of experience of working in health & social care and are you looking for a fresh new challenge in a Leadership role? Then we have the perfect role for you!

We've got a great opportunity for a motivated and experienced social care manager to join us as Branch Leader covering North Lanarkshire on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Role

Working closely with the branch team of Service Leads, Lead Practitioners and frontline colleagues along with support from the Senior Leadership Team and Business Support Leads you will play a key role in supporting with the delivery and implementation of Cornerstone’s Strategic plan.

The main purpose of your role will be to provide effective leadership to your branch, ensuring it meets organisational Key Performance and quality Indicators. You'll be focused and passionate about the delivery of excellent care in line with us ensuring that we are the expert provider to the people we support. You will always look to maximise local business development opportunities, with key collaborative working partnerships with HSCP’s, housing association and all other MDT’s. In additional you will be first point of contact for referrals and oversee tenancy related matters where appropriate.

Please see our role profile for a full list of key responsibilities.

What we'll need you to bring:

• Experience of working in health & social care.
• Experience of running a local health & social care business, branch or division.
• An understanding of empowerment and coaching versus management and supervision.
• An understanding of developing an empowered workforce.
• Sound business skills such as planning, tender writing, analysis and reporting, networking and income generation.
• Experience of attracting new customers, securing new contracts and successful bid-writing and presentation.
• Knowledge of the political and strategic environment as it relates to social care.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrable experience of good financial management.
• An understanding of relevant statutory regulations and good practice.

It would be great if you also have;

• SVQ Level 8/9 in a relevant discipline or equivalent management qualification.

About Us

Established in 1980, Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with over 40 years' experience providing great care and support for adults and children with various support needs across Scotland.

We operate over 18 local authorities in Scotland and provide a wide range of services to over 2,000 individuals each year. Our focus is to encourage social inclusion, reduce loneliness, and improve health, independence and wellbeing by working closely with the people we support and their families, setting personal goals with them, and ensuring they receive the care and support they need to live the best life possible.

We are always flexible and responsive in meeting the ever changing needs of the people we support and work closely with individuals and families to agree what sort of support will work best for them.

Our strategic aims

• To become an expert provider of services to people with learning disabilities, autism and complex care needs
• To be the best employer in social care in Scotland
• To achieve stability and sustainability which supports future developments.

Do you have what it takes? What are you waiting for? Apply today! We'd love to hear from you.

Have any questions?Contact Nikki O'Brien, our Depute Director of Delivery on 07825050030 or Nicola.o’brien@cornerstone.org.uk