Accredited Training Coordinator
- Part time
- £35,676 – £46,826 pro-rata
- Remote: Home Based. The post will involve travel to the ARC Scotland Office in Eskbank and other locations in Scotland
- Closing 5th April 2026
- Advertised from 11th March 2026
Role
Overall Purpose
Manage the coordination and delivery of qualifications within ARC Scotland’s assessment centre, ensuring it meets all Qualifications Scotland’s requirements. Contributing to the delivery of ARC Scotland’s workplan, vision and mission.
Leadership
- Work with the Head of Accredited Training to deliver ARC Scotland’s overarching workplan.
- Provide support and guidance to the administration team.
- Recruit, induct, manage and support (as the first point of contact) the team of freelance contractors delivering high quality assessment and verification across the assessment centre.
- Coordinate the deployment of freelance contractors in the delivery of accredited qualifications across Scotland.
- Manage and facilitate the standardisation of assessment and verification activity in accordance with Qualifications Scotland’s requirements.
- Contribute to the ongoing strategic planning and development of ARC Scotland.
- Facilitate and / or contribute to relevant ARC Scotland meetings.
- Deputise for the Head of Accredited Training in their absence.
Key Responsibilities
- Be the first point of contact between ARC Scotland and Qualifications Scotland in accordance with their requirements.
- Maintain ARC Scotland’s compliance with Qualification Scotland’s requirements.
- Be the first point of contact with Qualifications Scotland in coordinating external verification activity, approval applications and ensuring any recommendations are implemented timeously.
- Manage partnerships between ARC Scotland and customers (managing existing resources in retaining and gaining new business along with the Head of Accredited Training).
- Review, update and refresh ARC Scotland’s policies and procedures in line with current legislation and Qualifications Scotland guidelines and ensuring they are implemented.
- Ensure suitable records are maintained and updated in accordance with the requirements of Qualifications Scotland and ARC Scotland’s data management policy.
- Communicate changes and updates to and from Qualifications Scotland to all relevant parties.
- Notify Qualifications Scotland of any changes which may affect the centre’s ability to meet the quality assurance criteria.
- Carry out assessment and verification activity as required to maintain competence and quality assurance standards.
- Discuss monthly candidate progress reports with freelance assessors and verifiers and provide partner organisations with regular updates. Agree and implement remedial action where required progress has not been made.
- Monitor payment claims against assessment and verification time claimed.
- Gather, process and analyse feedback as part of the quality assurance processes within ARC Scotland. Use feedback to promote services or to address areas of improvement identified timeously.
- Support the development and implementation of communication and marketing strategies within ARC Scotland.
- Conduct any investigations required in accordance with ARC Scotland’s policies and procedures.
Other
- Deliver training as required.
- Be flexible in approach and adaptable in managing own workload.
- Work flexible hours and be able to travel throughout Scotland as required.
- Undertake CPD to maintain competence in accordance with relevant assessment strategies, and ensure freelance contractors do the same.
Application notes
Submit your CV and a personal statement evidencing how you meet the required criteria and setting out how you would make this post your own if you were appointed.
Applications must be submitted before 5pm on 5 April 2026 to: andries.fourie@arcuk.org.uk
Interviews will be held on 16 April 2026 in the ARC Scotland office, Unit 20 Hardengreen Business Park, Dalkeith, EH22 3NX
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Team Leader - Riccarton
- Part time
- £32,391 pro-rata
- On site: Mercury House, Riccarton Hub, Research Avenue North, Edinburgh, EH14 4AP
- Closing 23rd March 2026
If you’re looking for the next step on your career in social care, you’ve just discovered it.
About Riccarton (Day Services) Hub
At Capability Scotland Riccarton Hub, we provide specialist daytime support and occasional 24-hour short break respite services, for adults with physical, learning and complex disabilities, promoting independence, inclusion, and wellbeing through personalised care and enriching activities.
We provide fun and meaningful activities for our customers to get involved in during the day. We pride ourselves in enhancing outcomes and life experiences and in our Hub, we focus on health and well-being as well as creating smiles. We're focused on making our customers' time at Riccarton all about them and offer tailored and bespoke support plans.
About the Role
We are looking to recruit a Team Leader who will work alongside a small group of team leaders to support our Service Manager in managing our team. As an experienced social care practitioner, you will ensure that our people continue to receive exceptional, person-centred support we provide by being responsible for:
- Rota management
- Staff management, supervision, recruitment, and development
- Managing customer activities
- Health and Safety
- Compiling and checking Care and Support plans for customers
- Management of medicines procedures
- Financial management for customers (dependent on service)
- Liaising with families, health and care professionals and social workers
- Sleepovers & on-call support (dependent on service – if appropriate additional payments are provided)
Hours – 18.5 hours per week. Predominantly Monday-Friday between 8.30am & 5.30pm (we are open to discuss doing hours over 2/3 days) & with occasional on-call cover required in our respite service, therefore a flexible approach to working is required.
Experience/qualifications/key skills required
Experience of working in a similar role and environment is desirable as is a willingness to take on any personal development opportunities. You should have a care related SVQ Level 4, or the willingness to gain this qualification in a given timescale. You should have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:
- Competitive salary - £16,195.46 pa (£16.79 per hour).
- We offer a fully funded SVQ – a qualification which is yours for life.
- 32 days holidays per year, increasing to 37 with service.
- Free PVG checks throughout your employment.
- Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme.
- Up to 3 x annual salary death in service.
- Perks at Work – shopping discount scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- 24/7 employee assistance programme.
- Working for us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts
We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit, #OneCapability.
Want to be part of this? Apply now.
Housing Support & Care at Home Community Living Assistant
- Full time or Part time
- £23,650
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 30th March 2026
We are looking for compassionate, reliable and proactive CLA's to join our 24/7 supported living service. You will be part of a dedicated team providing high‑quality Housing Support and Care at Home to 2 adults who require support to live independently, maintain their home, and lead full and meaningful lives.
You will work within their home providing practical assistance, emotional support, and personal care, and encouraging independence, choice and dignity at all times.
This role is ideal for someone who is committed to supporting individuals with varying needs, including learning and physical disabilities to achieve their goals and live safely in their communities.
What You’ll Do
- Provide person‑centred support based on individual support plans
- Assist with daily living tasks such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and budgeting
- Support individuals to manage and maintain their home
- Provide personal care, medication support, and health‑related tasks (training provided)
- Encourage independence, confidence and life skills development
- Support individuals to access community activities, appointments and social opportunities
- Maintain clear, accurate and confidential records
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals
- Respond to emergencies, including during night shifts and lone‑working situations
What We’re Looking For
- A caring, patient and respectful approach
- Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- Reliability and commitment to providing safe, high‑quality support
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work within a 24/7 shift rota
- Basic IT skills (for digital care recording)
- A willingness to work towards SVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (if not already held)
- Driving licence (desirable but not essential for this role)
- Experience is welcome but not essential—full training will be provided. Your values and attitude are what matter most.
Additional Requirements:
- PVG membership (or willingness to join)
- SSSC registration (or ability to register within required timeframe)
- Right to work in the UK
Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:
- A generous salary of £23,650.70 FTE (£12.60ph)
- We offer a fully funded SVQ – a qualification which is yours for life.
- 32 days' holidays per year, increasing to 37 with service.
- Free PVG checks throughout your employment.
- Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme.
- Up to 3 x annual salary death in service.
- Perks at Work – shopping discount scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- 24/7 employee assistance programme.
- Working for us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts
Anderson Knight is delighted to be supporting Real Life Options in the search for an exceptional, values driven Chairperson to lead its Board of Management and guide the organisation through its next phase of development.
The Chairperson plays a pivotal leadership role in ensuring the charity fulfils its mission, maintains the highest standards of governance, and continues to deliver outstanding, person-centred services. Working in close partnership with the Board and the Group Chief Executive Officer, the Chair will provide strategic leadership, uphold accountability, and act as an ambassador for the organisation.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an organisation dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities and autistic people to live full, meaningful lives.
Key Responsibilities
Board Leadership & Governance
- Lead the Board in setting clear strategic direction, providing effective oversight, and supporting high-quality decision-making.
- Ensure the governance of Real Life Options reflects the organisation’s Articles and Memorandum of Association.
- Foster a high-performing Board with the right balance of skills, experience, diversity, and succession planning.
- Promote a strong culture of transparency, compliance, accountability, and ethical leadership.
- Encourage constructive challenge and collective responsibility within the Board.
- Ensure all trustees meet their legal, regulatory, and fiduciary duties.
Strategic Leadership & Oversight
- Work in partnership with the CEO to shape, oversee, and monitor the organisation’s strategy, transformation plans, and long-term objectives.
- Ensure strong alignment between vision, performance, financial sustainability, and risk management.
- Provide oversight of major change and development programmes, ensuring decisions reflect the needs and aspirations of people supported.
Partnership with the CEO
- Build a strong, trusting, and constructive working relationship with the CEO.
- Provide support, guidance, mentoring, and performance appraisal.
- Hold the CEO to account for the delivery of strategic objectives and organisational performance.
- Offer counsel on complex, sensitive, or high-impact decisions.
External Representation & Advocacy
- Act as an ambassador for Real Life Options, building effective relationships with stakeholders, regulators, funders, commissioners, and sector partners.
- Champion the organisation’s mission, values, and the rights and voices of people with learning disabilities and autistic people.
Championing Lived Experience
- Ensure co-production and lived experience are embedded in governance and decision-making.
- Promote the highest standards of safeguarding, quality, and person-centred practice across the organisation.
Effective Board Operations
- Chair Board and committee meetings effectively, ensuring inclusive participation and well-structured, purposeful discussions.
- Ensure the Board receives timely, high-quality information and reporting from the Executive team.
- Lead the annual Board evaluation and support ongoing Board development.
Glasgow Association for Mental Health is one of the principal providers of community mental health services in Greater Glasgow. We currently have a vacancy for a new role within our Community Hub. The Hub provides a welcoming and safe space for people with mental health issues and delivers recovery-based services which promote personal growth, community inclusion, and wellbeing.
Key Skills:
This is a hands-on role where you will plan and deliver tasty, nutritious meals, while supporting and supervising volunteers and trainees to build skills, confidence and experience in a welcoming kitchen environment. You’ will play a key role in minimising food waste by creatively using surplus food, managing a small Community Fridge and delivering occasional cooking sessions and food for in house events.
It is important that you have extensive catering experience and appropriate qualifications in food hygiene and kitchen health and safety. You must also be able to demonstrate skills and confidence in leading others in a busy kitchen. Just as importantly, you will bring warmth, patience and a commitment to inclusion, recovery and community wellbeing to the role.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit the Hub prior to interview.
GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any requirements regarding your application, please contact Laura Middell on 0141 552 5592.
Appointment is subject to receipt of two satisfactory references. All staff will have Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Membership/Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check completed before any contact with people who use our services.
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