GDA is a multi-award-winning disabled people’s organisation (DPO) controlled by over 6000 disabled members; the largest groundswell of disabled members in Europe. With foundations in Glasgow, GDA also supports disabled people in surrounding areas and has national reach and influence, frequently partnering with national organisations and acting as a strategic advisor to public authorities such as Glasgow City Council, Glasgow Life, NHS and Scottish Government.

The Policy, Participation and Research Officer will work alongside the GDA Voices Team and at the direction of our Policy and Participation Manager.

You will develop and undertake desk-based and participatory research; support ongoing dialogue and engagement with GDA members; and gather and analyse data to help develop and shape policy in line with GDA’s strategic work.

You will support colleagues to design and produce events, resources and communications; capturing and sharing insights and learning to increase awareness of issues impacting disabled people and offering solutions and collaboration to local and national governments.

The Policy, Participation and Research Officer will have strong research and writing skills, be confident in handling research data, drafting accessible content and working with a range of stakeholders.

You must be highly organised and able to work on your own initiative, as well as collaboratively with the Voices team, wider GDA colleagues, and disabled people.

GDA is a multi-award-winning disabled people’s organisation (DPO) controlled by over 6000 disabled members; the largest groundswell of disabled members in Europe. With foundations in Glasgow, GDA also supports disabled people in surrounding areas and has national reach and influence, frequently partnering with national organisations and acting as a strategic advisor to public authorities such as Glasgow City Council, Glasgow Life, NHS and Scottish Government.

GDA is seeking an experienced Admin Coordinator who is confident, self-motivated, adaptive to change and multi-skilled to join our busy office and lead our small admin team. The role will work collaboratively with other GDA staff and will support the Operations Manager to ensure the smooth running of GDA’s Administration function, ensuring effectiveness and efficiency across the organisation. The successful applicant will require a strong aptitude for multi-tasking, attention to detail and thrive on being part of a dynamic and busy team.

We are looking for someone with a track record of servicing and supporting a team, excellent administration, organisational, communication and IT skills. Experience of working in a busy office environment is essential. Experience of organising events, working with disabled people and/or within the voluntary sector would be advantageous. You will contribute to developing and maintaining a culture which reflects the values of GDA and a workplace where dignity, equality, fairness and respect are evident.

Operated by ENABLE Glasgow, Fortune Works is one of Scotland’s largest social enterprises which provides meaningful opportunities for people with a learning disability within Glasgow and surrounding areas. The service combines accessible social and enterprising activities with individualised support for people to make a positive contribution to their community.

The Support Assistant duties will include supporting positive person-centred activities that focus on empowering people with a learning disability to play a worthwhile economic role as a valued member of the local community.

The successful candidate will provide a high quality of care and support for service users with a range of learning disabilities and will encourage participation in group activities to support people to gain skills and confidence. They will also play a part in the effective operation of a busy service. Most importantly they should have a positive and empowering approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.

Benefits

Employee benefits include:

• 33 days leave (including public holidays) rising to 38 days after five years’ service.
• An enhanced pension scheme.
• Free life cover.
• Free access to counselling and wellbeing services.
• Support for training and professional development.
• Consistent working pattern of Monday - Friday, 9am-4pm.

Successful Candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or to have their membership updated.

ENABLE Glasgow strives to apply equal opportunities and diversities principles in all aspects its work.

For more information on Fortune Works and ENABLE Glasgow, visit our website enableglasgow.org.uk

and Facebook pages, facebook.com/EnableGlasgow and

facebook.com/EnableGlasgowFortuneWorks

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.

We are seeking Assistant Project Workers to join our Self-Directed support service located across the city. In this role, you will provide personalised support to adults experiencing or recovering from mental health challenges.

As an Assistant Project Worker, you will build supportive and trusting relationships with individuals, helping them achieve their personal goals and maintain their wellbeing. You will also demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills, ensuring that all personal planning guidelines are followed and that you work effectively alongside our key referrers and partner agencies.

While knowledge of the role and purpose of a social care worker is desirable, full induction and training will be provided. This includes training on the SSSC Codes of Practice, the National Care Standards, and how these frameworks apply to your role.

A qualification at SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification, is essential.

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.