We are recruiting a Registered Manager for Willowgate, a new programme based in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire. The programme provides short term supported accommodation for people at risk of homelessness and will comprise of 15 self-contained units suitable for individuals, families and couples.

The Registered Manager will work closely with people accessing the programme, South Lanarkshire Council and the wider community to help people achieve their goals and move on to more settled accommodation. You will be responsible for providing a high-quality short term supported accommodation programme that runs 24 hours a day over 7 days. You will manage the programme towards best practise, meeting expected standards, reporting on quality outcomes and implementing operational controls.

This is a really exciting opportunity for a new team to make their mark, help shape the programme and provide meaningful support to people facing homelessness.

Main duties and Responsibilities will include...

• Lead a Senior Support Worker and team of Support Workers to deliver a quality programme focused on the agreed service levels and outcomes for the people we support.
• Lead your line reports to implement the annual business plan for the programme
• Ensure all referrals to the service are assessed and progressed in line with the service specification and delegation across the team is timely
• Ensure that contractual obligations and the individual needs of those who we support are met by maintaining a system of regular support.
• Ensure a safe environment for the people we support, colleagues and others
• Ensure risk assessments are completed and updated.
• Model to your team and maintain trusting, trauma informed relationships with people we support within established clear professional boundaries
• Advocate on behalf of the people who we support.
• Investigate and resolve any complaints by the people we support or other external parties.
• Ensure case files are maintained, and all relevant documentation is completed to the highest standards and within agreed timescale and regularly audit the files.

Our values make us who we are and define our actions and behaviours every day. We’d expect the post-holder to uphold and represent our organisation in a way that reflects our values and person-centred way of working.

Applicants are expected to have experience of leading a team within Health and Social Care with experience of working in homelessness or a similar setting. You will have a working knowledge of SSSC Codes of Practise and Care Inspectorate Standards as well as knowledge of current relevant policies and legislation relating to housing and Social Care.

To be the Registered Manager you must be qualified to a minimum SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Healthcare SCQF Level 7 or HNC in Social Services.

If you feel you can demonstrate how you will fulfil the duties for this role we'd love to hear from you.

What you can expect from us...

• You will report to the Locality Manager
• Working hours are 35 per week worked Monday to Friday between the hours of 09.00 am and 5.00 pm, with one-hour unpaid break.
• Your main place of work is 12 Clydesdale Place, Hamilton, ML3 0DP.
• Annual leave entitlement of 210 hours (equivalent to six weeks) pro rata per year in the first year rising to 280 hours (equivalent to eight weeks) pro rata per year in the second
• You will be automatically enrolled into the People’s Pension provided you meet the auto-enrolment criteria. Deductions will be taken from your first monthly salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to purchase and sell annual leave

About Us

We are Right There, a charity that recently celebrated our 200th anniversary. We provide tailored support for people, at home, and in the community. We are here for people who are living with the effects of homelessness, poverty, substance use, or family breakdowns.

Last year we supported almost 4,000 individuals, helping to prevent them from becoming homeless or separated from the people they love. Every person’s story is unique, and everyone’s route home is different - it doesn’t matter what the situation is – we’re not here to judge, only to help.

Join Us at Staf – Be Part of our work with young people moving on from the care and justice system.

Staf are delighted to be recruiting for a new role to support our work across Scotland amplyfing the voice of care and justice experienced young people and those who support them

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to use their acumen for policy and creativity in communications to drive and deliver real change.

Background:

Established in 1998, Staf (Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum) is a membership organisation for all those working with young people leaving care.

At Staf (Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum), we believe that young people’s voices should shape the systems that affect their lives

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to support Staf’s policy and communications activity. This role will undertake policy research and analysis, contribute to the development of Staf’s policy positions, and support the delivery of our communications and engagement work.

You will work closely with the Communications and Connecting Members Manager and the wider Staf team to produce high-quality, engaging content that amplifies the voices of care and justice experienced young people. This includes supporting the work of Youth Justice Voices and other participation projects that are developed.

You will also contribute to marketing and communications activity that supports membership growth and increases Staf’s national profile and influence which reinforces Staf’s role as the national voice of the workforce supporting young people moving on from care.

Why This Matters

At staf we create meaningful opportunities for young people and those who support them to share their experiences, influence policy, and shape practice across Scotland. This is your chance to be part of something that makes a real difference.

If you

• Are committed to children’s rights and social justice
• Have experience of sharing lived experiences in a variety of settings
• Can work flexibly and creatively in a dynamic environment
• Value reflection, learning, and trauma-informed practice
• Share our values : We listen, we care, we love

Then we would love to hear from you.

What You’ll Get

• The opportunity to influence real change for young people in the care and justice system
• A supportive, reflective, and values-led team culture
• Opportunities for learning, development, and progression
• Flexible working and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing

If you are passionate about amplifying young people’s voices and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of youth justice in Scotland, we would love to hear from you.

Join Us at Staf – Be Part of our work with young people moving on from the care and justice system.

Staf are delighted to be recruiting for a new role to support the expansion of Youth Justice Voices our national participation project for care and justice experienced young people.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right applicant to support a prestigious, creative and dynamic youth-led project which is influencing real change in the care and justice systems in Scotland. If you are passionate about driving change and developing meaningful participation opportunities and relationships with young people, then we want to hear from you.

Background:

Established in 1998, Staf (Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum) is a membership organisation for all those working with young people leaving care. Staf is a national organisation which represents all 32 Local authorities in Scotland

At Staf (Scottish Throughcare and Aftercare Forum), we believe that young people’s voices should shape the systems that affect their lives. That’s why we developed Youth Justice Voices to ensure that young people with experience of the care and justice system are heard, valued, and influential in driving change.

The Role

We are looking for passionate, skilled, and values-driven individual who will ensure the effective delivery and continuous development of a high-quality national participation project, enabling young people with lived experience of the care and justice systems to influence policy, practice and service design.

The role requires a balance of project management, staff supervision, stakeholder engagement, learning development and direct work with young people, ensuring that participation activity is safe, ethical, impactful and aligned with Staf’s values and strategic priorities.

This role presents an opportunity to lead a nationally significant project that supports young people with lived experience to influence meaningful change within youth justice systems in Scotland.

The postholder will play a key role in ensuring that participation is embedded, impactful and contributes to improved outcomes for young people.

Responsible for: Youth Justice Development Worker / Participation Assistants.

Why This Matters

At staf we create meaningful opportunities for young people to share their experiences, influence policy, and shape practice across Scotland. Our work supports participation that is authentic, trauma-informed, and rooted in relationships.

This is your chance to be part of something that makes a real difference.

If you

• Are committed to children’s rights, participation, and social justice
• Have experience working with young people, particularly those facing adversity
• Have experience of superivising a team
• Can work flexibly and creatively in a dynamic environment
• Value reflection, learning, and trauma-informed practice
• Shaer our values : We listen, we care, we love

Then we would love to hear from you.

What You’ll Get

• The opportunity to influence real change for young people in the care and justice system
• A supportive, reflective, and values-led team culture
• Opportunities for learning, development, and progression
• Flexible working and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing

If you are passionate about amplifying young people’s voices and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of youth justice in Scotland, we would love to hear from you.

About Regen:FX Youth Trust

Regen:FX Youth Trust is a well-established third sector youth organisation, working across South Lanarkshire since 2007. We are firmly embedded in our communities and committed inclusion and recovery-focused practice.

We work alongside young people, families and communities to create spaces and services to support young people to succeed in life with a focus on reducing harm and challenging stigma.

Regen:FX delivers a wide portfolio of youth work services across South Lanarkshire, including mental health services, youth projects and diversionary activities such as extreme sports programmes. This ensures young people have access to a broad range of support, opportunities and pathways.

The Trust also delivers The GIVIT Youth Recovery Service for young people affected by their own alcohol and substance use, alongside GIVIT some STREET, the early intervention element of the service supporting young people at risk.

We have recently been awarded a new contract with the South Lanarkshire Alcohol and Drug Partnership (SLADP) to deliver Workforce Development Training, now known as C2K Training. This programme supports practitioners across statutory and third sector services to feel confident, informed and supported when working with people affected by alcohol and substance use.

Across all our work, we are committed to stigma-free, trauma-informed practice, human rights and dignity, and the meaningful involvement of lived and living experience. Our approach is relationship-based and grounded in the belief that how we work with people matters just as much as what we do.

Job Overview

Regen:FX Youth Trust is recruiting a Youth Navigator to join The GIVIT Youth Recovery Service. This role is central to delivering intensive, relationship-based support to young people aged 13–25 affected by alcohol and substance use.

You will build strong, trusting relationships, manage a caseload and support young people to overcome barriers and achieve meaningful outcomes in their recovery journey.

Candidate Information

Joining Regen:FX Youth Trust means joining an organisation that values relationships over processes, compassion over judgement and learning over blame.

You will be supported through a full induction, regular supervision, reflective practice and ongoing CPD in youth work, substance use and trauma-informed practice.

This role suits someone who is confident but humble, knowledgeable but curious, and who brings warmth, authenticity and compassion to their work with young people.