Service Leader
- Full time
- £30,600 – £33,660
- On site: Services based in East Renfrewshire. Offices based in Kilmarnock and Renfrew
- Closing 22nd June 2026
- Advertised from 3rd June 2026
Role
Partners for Inclusion is delighted to be recruiting a Service Leader to join our experienced leadership team, working across Pan Ayrshire, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire. We are an independent charity providing highly individualised support to people with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs. Our approach is rooted in human rights and person-led practice, believing everyone has the right to live their best life, shape their own support, and achieve their goals.
About the Role
As a Service Leader, you will inspire and develop several support teams, ensuring the people we support experience meaningful, high-quality lives. You will:
- Lead with a person-centred and flexible approach.
- Support positive risk-taking and uphold best practice.
- Build strong, trusted relationships with people supported families, teams, and professionals.
- Promote high standards aligned to the Health and Social Care Standards and SSSC Codes of Practice.
- Participate in the organisational on-call rota, o ering out-of-hours guidance.
About You:
You are an inspirational leader who shares our values and commitment to inclusion.
You bring:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience leading or developing sta teams in social care or a related field.
- A genuine belief in human rights and person-led approaches.
- The ability to motivate, manage change, and foster respect and collaboration.
- Have membership with the PVG Scheme.
- Must be able to register with the SSSC within three months of employment.
- Have a minimum of SVQ 3, with a commitment to complete SVQ 4 in Social Care/Management.
Application notes
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact reception and ask to speak with a Senior Service Leader on 01563 825555 (during o ice hours M-F 8.30am 4.30pm). An application pack can be requested by calling the above number or by emailing: reception@partnersforinclusion.org
Closing Date: 12noon on Monday 22nd June 2026
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. Scottish Charity Number: SC035125
If you’re looking for the next step on your career in social care, you’ve just discovered it.
***Benefits - 32 days holidays per year, increasing to 37 with service, Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme, Perks at Work, £600 Refer a Friend & much more!***
Housing Support, Care at Home, Residential and Day Services – there’s something for everyone in this role!
About the Role
We are looking to recruit a Team Leader who will support our Service Manager in managing our vibrant Day Centre and Community Outreach teams in Perth. If you’re passionate about supporting adults with complex disabilities and you want every day at work to truly make a difference, this is the role for you.
You will lead our support teams to provide care and support to disabled adults in our purpose-built day hub and within their own homes, residential spaces and communities.
Our Upper Springland Campus offers amazing facilities, including sensory spaces, craft and kitchen areas, hydrotherapy pool, rebound therapy, and an accessible gym all designed to promote independence, creativity, and wellbeing.
As an experienced social care Team Leader, you will ensure that our people continue to receive the exceptional, person-centred support we provide by being responsible for:
- Rota management
- Staff management, supervision, recruitment, and development
- Managing supported persons activities
- Health and Safety
- Compiling and checking Care and Support plans for people we support
- Management of medicines procedures
- Financial management for people we support
- Liaising with families, health and care professionals and social workers
- Regular on-call support – shared between existing group of Team Leaders – Across our Upper Springland Services.
What you need to know
Hours – 37 hours per week
Example Shifts - Monday – Friday: 7.5 hours, (8.30am or 9am – 4.30pm or 5pm)
On-call Support – 7 days out of 28 including evenings and weekends
Experience/qualifications/key skills required
Experience of leading a team within a social care environment is essential, 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. Driving Licence preferred due to the travel requirements of the role.
Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:
- Competitive salary - £32,391 (£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.
- £600 refer a friend scheme.
- 24/7 employee assistance
- Working for us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts
We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit, #OneCapability.
What you need to know
This is a fixed term contact until 28th February 2026
Driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred – due to travel requirements of the role.
A full job description of this role is available by clicking here: Team Leader (Res Resp)
For more information on this role, you can contact our Admin Team at 01738 632995 quoting reference – CS2005261
Care and Support Manager – (FTC) - Stanmore Residential & Lifeskills
- Full time
- £36,925
- On site: Lanark
- Closing 5th June 2026
About Stanmore Residential & Life Skills Service
Stanmore House Residential has a Stanmore House School and a residential and respite service for the children of Scotland. The young people we support are aged between 5 & 25 with a variety of complex disabilities. We support them to live independently in our bright, fully adapted, residential & school campus based in the outskirts of Lanark.
Our amazing life skills service supports young people from the age of,18 in a mock-home set up, to learn life skills such as cooking, domestic tasks and money management to prepare them for independent living. The young people also have the opportunity to access community activities either with their peers or on their own
Job Purpose:
To provide direct assistance to the Service Manager in the day-to-day operation of our residential and respite service in Lanark.
Main Activities
- Provide management support and direction to Team Leader and/or staff in their delivery of Care and Support to children and young people
- Support the Service Manager, Team Leader and staff in meeting the requirements of organisational policy and procedure
- Meet Regulatory Requirements (e.g. Care Inspectorate, SSSC)
- Identify, quantify, and direct child/young person’s requirements as stated in their Individual placement agreement and support plan.
- Undertake Investigations and Risk Assessments
- Manage Budgetary and Financial Controls, including SDS, ILF.
- Service Promotion and Development
This role may also include:
- Prescribed duties and responsibilities of the Service Manager delegated down to the Care and Support Manager.
- Deputise in the absence of the Service Manager
Requirements
Candidates should be qualified in SVQ Level 4, Health & Social Care or equivalent, with demonstratable leadership experience in a similar role. Driving Licence and access to a vehicle is required.
What you need to know
Hours: Up to 37 hours per week – Fixed Term Contact – 30 June 2027
Location:Stanmore Road, Lanark, ML11 7RR
Capability Scotland’s benefits:
- A generous salary of £36,925 pa / £19.14
- We offer a fully funded SVQ’s – a qualification which is yours for life.
- 37 days annual leave per year
- 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
- £600 Refer a Friend scheme
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
GAMH services support people with mental health problems to recover and lead self-determined and purposeful lives. We currently have vacancies for reliable and enthusiastic people who can commit to our core values of equality, inclusion, and recovery. GAMH is a Scottish Living Wage accredited organisation and is committed to Fair Work First principles for all employment terms and conditions. Our Learning and Development Programme guarantees that you have continuous training opportunities to ensure that you have all the skills you need for the job as well as meeting the requirements for SSSC registration.
Project Workers provide first line management to Assistant Project Workers using established supervision and performance management systems.
They contribute to the personal development of self and the team of Assistant Project Workers in conjunction with the Team Coordinator/Project Leader. Project Workers implement agreed systems, procedures and practice for assessments, plans and reviews in conjunction with the Team Coordinator/Project Leader.
Knowledge of the role and purpose of a social care worker is desirable for the above posts. However full induction and training will be provided including on the SSSC Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards and how this framework applies to your role.
A qualification at SVQ 3 or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential due to the requirements to register with the SSSC for this post.
As these services are registered with the Care Inspectorate, you will be required to pay an annual fee to maintain your registration.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the values and attitude required to work with people who are living with mental health challenges and who may have complex needs. and be able to work flexibly; some early morning, evening and weekend working may be required.
GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any particular requirements regarding your application, please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 552 5592.
These posts are regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.
Top job! Chief Executive Officer
- Full time
- £72,000 – £82,000
- Hybrid: Giffnock, Glasgow
- Closing 7th June 2026
Cosgrove Care is a leading Scottish charity supporting children, adults and older adults with learning disabilities, autism and additional needs to live full, independent lives as equal members of society. Founded over 60 years ago by parents determined to secure a better future for their children, Cosgrove has grown into a vibrant, values-led organisation supporting more than 250 people and their families across West Central Scotland.
The organisation’s work is underpinned by a belief in equality, inclusion and opportunity. Guided by its core values - Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence - Cosgrove delivers person-centred services that empower individuals to thrive and achieve their potential.
The Role
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight and inspirational direction across Cosgrove Care. The CEO will ensure that the organisation continues to deliver high-quality, person-led care and support, while developing new services and income streams to secure long-term sustainability.
This pivotal role carries responsibility for driving innovation, strengthening partnerships, and representing Cosgrove’s mission and values at both local and national levels. Working closely with a dedicated Corporate Management Team and an engaged Board, the CEO will lead the delivery of Cosgrove’s strategic plan — enhancing its impact, financial resilience and influence within the wider social care sector.
Key priorities will include:
• Providing visionary leadership that inspires staff, volunteers and stakeholders to uphold Cosgrove’s mission and values.
• Ensuring excellence in governance, compliance and service delivery across all operations.
• Leading the organisation’s income generation and diversification strategy to secure sustainable growth.
• Building strong and collaborative relationships with partners, funders, policymakers and the wider community.
• Championing the rights and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities, autism and additional needs.
The role combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership and is ideally suited to a values-driven executive or senior leader seeking to make a lasting impact in Scottish social care.
The Person
Cosgrove Care is seeking an exceptional leader with a deep commitment to equality, inclusion and person-centred practice. The successful candidate will bring:
• A proven track record of leadership within a complex, values-based organisation in the third, public or private sector.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans and driving organisational growth.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with demonstrable success in income generation and business development.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build meaningful partnerships and advocate effectively at senior levels.
• A collaborative and compassionate leadership style that empowers teams and fosters high performance.
Experience within social care, health or related sectors, alongside a strong understanding of the policy landscape in Scotland, would be advantageous.
The Opportunity
This appointment offers an outstanding opportunity to lead a respected and ambitious charity with a proud history and a clear vision for the future. The CEO will play a central role in shaping the next chapter of Cosgrove Care’s development - driving innovation, ensuring sustainability, and championing equality for people with additional needs across Scotland.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Laura Syme, HR Manager on 0141 620 2500.
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