Brief description of support work
Personal care primarily with some domestic support to an elderly woman in her home. Blister pack meds. The lady has dementia, poor mobility, is blind, and has a retired guide dog. Lives with husband, who would be your employer. Slight moving and handling. Lives near City Centre – but free car parking for the worker. Has a PA Team of 2 in place but needs additional hours of support as below

Hours and rate of pay – up to 35 hours per week at £13 per hour

Days and hours – flexible - part or full time to suit, preference for weekends, and 12 hour waking nights available if wished.

Person specification
A woman of any age who has some basic experience of providing care and support to an adult or older person. Someone with a flexible and relaxed approach and a sense of humour. No formal qualifications are required. A driving license is not necessary

The role is open to female applicants only. This is a genuine occupational requirement. Applicants should either be members of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or be willing to join. The employer here will meet the cost.

Please apply as soon as possible by completing and returning an application form.

For more information and an application form please obtain an application pack. This can be downloaded from the recruitment section of www.lothiancil.org.uk or by email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quoting reference NB WN ED.

Social Care Alba are looking for a Support Worker / Personal Assistant who will be responsible for the day-to-day care, delivering personalized and outcome-based care, allowing customers to live a full an active life.

You will provide emotional and physical support to individuals and their families. To facilitate independence by working in a dignified and respectful way.

Supporting service users, including assisting with:

- Advocacy and being a Key Worker.
- Catheter care, moving and assisting.
- Promotion of equality and people’s rights.
- Social visits, meal preparation and shopping.
- Reporting incidents, accidents, or complaints.
- Medication, washing dressing, continence promotion.

Managing personal workload, including:

- Logging into and out of every visit.
- Attending and contributing to meetings.
- Updating electronic records such as daily notes.
- Keeping updated with care legislation and SCA policies.
- Attending all relevant training and development programs.

Support Worker / Personal Assistant – Candidate specification:

2 years or more experience in a similar role desirable
SVQ 2 or equivalent in Health or Social Care desirable

Excellent - Compassionate, trustworthy, and reliability
Good - Attention to detail.
Good - Time management, and planning.
Good - Ability to work independently with initiative.
Good - Communication across different audiences
Basic - Knowledge of health and safety.
Basic - Understanding of health & social care best practice.

Experience of the following an advantage: Care Worker, Social worker, Home Carer, Case worker, Care assistant, Social Care

Why choose Social Care Alba?

- Visa support
- Competitive salary
- Uplift for overtime
- Employers’ contribution into your pension
- Health and Wellbeing Activities
- Travel expenses
- A clear career pathway
- Guaranteed hours
- Opportunities for career development-Support from SVQ to Degree
- Your own Buddy and access to our Mentorship progress
- Paid Induction & Full training
- Generous Refer a friend scheme
- Participation to social occasions and events (Foodie Fridays)
- Access to education and learning resources
- On-going support with paid specialist training
- Open-door’ policy so you can drop in to talk or have a coffee, Fruits & Snacks.

Sound Good, then read on?

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, however due to the nature of this position, this post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010. In this instance there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement to recruit Female applicants only.


How to apply:

Simply click “APPLY” to be directed to our site to complete our application process; this takes just a few minutes, and we’ll give you a quick call to proceed. It’s as easy as that!

Grade UE4: £25,433 to £28,081 per annum, pro-rata if part-time

USG/Leaps

Full-time: 35 hours per week, however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns

Fixed-term: until 30th June, 2025, due to funding





LEAPS is a successful and unique widening participation programme, funded by its higher education and local council partners as well as the Scottish Funding Council to increase progression to higher education in South East Scotland. LEAPS is also supported by Skills Development Scotland (SDS) and delivers the Scottish Funding Council’s (SFC) Schools for Higher Education Programme (SHEP) in South East Scotland, as part of the National Schools Programme.



This post is a hybrid role which requires 50% working from home and 50% from the office based at Old Moray House, Edinburgh.



Your skills and attributes for success:

Strong IT skills, fully proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite, including Outlook, Word & Excel
Good interpersonal and communication skills, including confident telephone manner and a high standard of written English.
Ability to work to a high standard under pressure, to plan and to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
Attention to accuracy and detail.
Use initiative to take responsibility for tasks and demonstrate high levels of commitment and organisational skills.

The Sheriff Appeal Court (Civil), based at Parliament House in Edinburgh have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join the team as an Administrative Officer on a fixed term contract for an initial period of 6 months with the possibility of extension thereafter.

The Sheriff Appeal Court (SAC) Civil commenced in 2016, as part of the Scottish Civil Courts Reforms. The SAC (Civil) team is based in Parliament House, Edinburgh. The Court hears appeals against decisions from the sheriff courts.

Administrative Officers carry out a variety of general administrative duties to progress cases through the court or provide support to other functions within the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service.

The Key Responsibilities

To undertake a number of general administrative duties including:

To support the Clerk of Court and Assistant Clerk in efficiently processing the work of the Sheriff Appeal Court;

To establish effective communications and working relationships with the members of the Sheriff Appeal Court bench, legal practitioners and colleagues;

To process and distribute incoming mail which comprises of parts of appeal processes and other documents;

To assist in the processing of the daily business of the SAC (Civil), including, but not limited to:
*dealing with enquiries at the public counter, via mail, telephone and email;
*liaising with the procedural Appeal Sheriff;
*processing all aspects of civil applications received by the Sheriff Appeal Court, including stated case appeals;
*accounting for fees where appropriate;
*transmission of papers to the SAC bench and Court Clerk; and
maintaining the Sheriff Appeal Court Register

Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm on the closing date stated on the advert, 28 November 2024.

You will be notified if you have been selected to progress to the Assessment stage by 29 November 2024. The closing date for the assessment stage is 2 December 2024.

Interviews will be held week commencing 16 December 2024.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

College of Science & Engineering
James Watt School of Engineering

Learning and Teaching Support Administrative Support Assistant
Vacancy Reference: 158431
Salary: UofG Grade 4, £23,581 - £26,038 per annum

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 572 years. Today, we are one of the world's top 100 universities and ranked 13th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2023, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Learning and Teaching Support Administrative Assistant to join the James Watt School of Engineering on a permanent basis.

In this role, the successful candidate will act as first point of contact on the School of Engineering’s Teaching Office reception desk providing comprehensive administrative support to the school’s academic and administrative staff as well as to undergraduate and postgraduate Engineering students. The postholder will be responsible for maintaining key systems within the School of Engineering Teaching Office related to teaching and quality assurance.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and offered on an open ended basis.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Search are looking for a HR & Payroll Coordinator to prestigious company based in Dundee. The HR & Payroll Coordinator will provide professional, confidential, and efficient HR administrative and coordination support to the management team and wider business. The successful applicant will be the link between the business' outsourced HR Consultant and internal staff.

Part time - 22.5 hours to 30 hours
Hybrid
£25,000

What you'll be responsible for:

Payroll

* Ensuring accuracy of placement within the time and attendance data
* Completing audit/approval checks in line with company procedures
* Contract updates, changes to salaries or benefits where required
* Preparing reporting requirements as necessary, i.e., end of month stats, dashboard data, sickness reporting & other ad hoc requirements for task/activity/project completion
Documentation & System Maintenance
* Preparation of all HR related administration and coordination for employees, e.g., recruitment, probationary review, contractual changes, maternity/paternity (& other leave types), ad hoc letters, termination paperwork, notices and announcements
* Maintenance of accurate employee files & filing system
* Sickness Absence reporting
* Ensuring compliance with policy and trigger points
* Supporting managers through procedures
* Supporting employees and business managers with all HR related queries and correspondence
* Assisting hiring managers with the recruitment and selection strategies
* Updating job descriptions
* Working towards monitoring, reviewing and updating all HR policies and our employee handbook and ensuring these are in line with current legislation
* Manage HR events & meetings and coordinating management and employee communications
* All other tasks commensurate with the grade and skills, as may be requested by the HR Manager or Country HR Manager, for which suitable training will be provided

What we're looking for:

* Adaptability
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to build internal relationships
* Confidence in taking ownership of employee queries and resolving
* Experience within an HR role
* Excellent attention to detail
* Someone who is keen to develop and built on their skills and knowledge
* MS office skills, in particular Excel

Please forward a CV to Darryl.docherty@search.co.uk

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

College of Social Sciences
School of Law

Personal Assistant to the Head of School
Vacancy Reference: 155352
Salary: UofG Grade 5, £26,038 - £30,505 per annum

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 572 years. Today, we are one of the world's top 100 universities and ranked 13th in the world in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Impact Rankings 2023, demonstrating that we are not only one of the best universities in the United Kingdom, but one of the best universities for the world. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to the Head of School to join the School of Law on a permanent basis.

In this role, the successful candidate will deliver a proactive, efficient and flexible range of support services and administrative activities, primarily to the Head of School but also to support other School Executive officers. This will include significant forward planning, interacting with key internal and external contacts, using initiative and judgement to solve problems, acting as the professional representative for the Head of School and proactively and independently managing work in a fast-paced environment.

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and offered on an open ended basis.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We are recruiting for a Clerical Officer Placements within our professional services team to support a range of Learning, Teaching and Assessment activities required to deliver the 3 year Pre-Registration Nursing programme. The postholder will work with the Administrator to undertake, co-ordinate, plan and prioritise the wide-ranging activities and events relating to the student placements which is 50% of the education programme. This is a permanent appointment.

Your priorities will include:

• Responsible for the Practice Learning mailbox to ensure consistency with communication to students and NHS colleagues


• Undertake the manual allocation of all students and transfer of information into QMPLE


• Ensure the Immigration Compliance team are kept updated with placement information for students who require a visa


• Process the placement expense applications for students who are not in receipt of a SAAS bursary

e.g. international and RUK students

• Support the implementation of the EPad working with the administrator and e-learning technologist including adding Academic Assessors to the system


• Support the Practice Learning academic team in relation to MyDundee pages being up to date


• Ensure student records are reflect student journey in relation to hours completed during practice learning and simulated practice into SITs (Student Management System)


• Provide support to the PLTin relation to the Simulated Practice Experience, maintaining students SPE Groups, retrieving and recording all hours. Distribute SPE lists to facilitators for moderation and providing Advisor of Studies with a note of hours completed.


• Provide support to aspects of the placement journey including audits, cause for concern, the practice learning committee working closely with the Practice Learning Lead


• Work with the Go Abroad Co-ordinator in relation to student Go Abroad opportunities


• Liaise as appropriate, with all staff directly responsible for the practice learning element of the programme; practice learning team, academic year lead and Advisers of Studies


• Provide cover across the range of learning and teaching activities if required and cover to the Enquiries Office during periods of annual leave and staff absence


• Ensure that the five core values set by the University Transformation Agenda of valuing people, working together, integrity, making a difference and communication are implemented and embedded into the working environment within the School

Who we're looking for:

• An administrator, preferably with experience of higher education, with a sound knowledge of IT


• Strong planning, organisational and prioritising skills and an eye for detail


• Work independently using judgement and initiative to plan and organise own workload


• Respond proactively to challenges with the ability to work enthusiastically and flexibly as a member of a team responding to tight deadlines that are determined both internally and externally

This role does not meet the minimum requirements set by the UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Further information can be found at: httos://uod.ac.uk/2qux1RR

For further information about this position please contact Margaret McIntosh, Operations Manager at m.oendreigh@dundee.ac.uk To find out more about School of Health Sciences please visit School of

Health Sciences I University of Dundee The closing date for applications is 26 September 2024. We anticipate that interviews for this appointment will take place on 3 October 2024.

Location: Dundee
Position: Commercial Property Secretary
Salary: £23,500 - £26,000, DOE

A leading law firm with a strong reputation for excellence, is seeking a highly organised and professional Commercial Property Secretary to join their dedicated team in Dundee. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to support the commercial property department and contribute to the success of their clients.

About the Business:
Committed to providing high-quality legal services across a range of sectors. A team of experienced professionals is known for its expertise, integrity, and client-focused approach. They value collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, making this employer a great place to develop your career in the legal field.

Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the commercial property team, including managing correspondence, filing, and document preparation.
- Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents, such as leases, sales agreements, and property reports.
- Manage client communications and maintain strong relationships with clients, third parties, and colleagues.
- Organise and schedule meetings, appointments, and property viewings.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and databases related to commercial property matters.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and firm policies.

Key Requirements:
- Previous experience as a legal secretary or in a similar administrative role, preferably within commercial property.
- Strong understanding of property law and legal terminology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and client-focused attitude.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Proficient in using legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join?
- Become part of a supportive and collaborative team within a well-respected law firm.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial property matters.

If you are a proactive and dedicated individual with a passion for commercial property law, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV via this advert.

Apply now for an opportunity to play a key role in providing exceptional legal support within this commercial property team!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

About The Role

East Renfrewshire - including Barrhead, Giffnock, Thornliebank and Newton Mearns

Part-time and full-time vacancies available

£12 per hour

Are you interested in working for an award winning social care charity?

Personal Assistants (Support Workers) have the most important role within Enable by making a positive difference every day to the lives of the people we support. No two days are the same for our Personal Assistants but what we can guarantee is that you will be supporting someone with a learning disability to achieve their goals and outcomes – whatever they may be!

Each person we support has different support needs, so your support worker role may include assisting them with various aspects of personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support whilst expanding their social networks and connections.

Enable creates a bespoke team around every individual we support, and our team of Personal Assistants work collaboratively to ensure the safety, wellbeing and aspirations of the people we support are met.

The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me

The people we support have many varied interests and hobbies and have many of the same dreams and aspirations as we do; they just too often do not get the opportunity to experience these same opportunities. So whatever your interests are; be it sewing, baking, having a cup of tea and chat to horse riding, swimming or hill-walking, we want to hear from you!

A career with Enable is as rewarding as it is diverse, Personal Assistants at their best have the potential to truly bring out the best in the people we support.

About You

If you think you share the same interests and have the commitment, dedication, and above all, desire to support individuals to get the most out of life and become an inclusive member of society; then please apply now!

Enable needs you and your values to help us create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

You don’t need experience in care to start your social care career with Enable. We recruit people based on their values and transferrable skills. Wherever your journey has taken you up until now, join us, and together we will forge a new path in what could potentially be the most rewarding role you have ever had!　

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following:
• The ability to adapt your communication style in order to develop successful and enjoyable relationships with the people we support.
• The commitment to work with individuals through their personal support plans to ensure people achieve their goals and outcomes and celebrate their successes.
• A positive and flexible outlook to your work, and be able to work on your own and as part of a team.

If this is, you, then please click the link to apply now. Every person we support has their own hobbies and interests, likes and dislikes, which is reflected in our person-centred recruitment processes. So, please give us as much detail about you to allow us to carry out our bespoke matching service.



About Us

We believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to:

Person Centred approaches, planning and thinking
Introduction to autism
Epilepsy awareness
Moving and Handling
Adult support and protection
Child support and protection
First Aid
Positive Behaviour Support

We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to:
Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care.
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme*
Season Ticket Loans*

Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of their start date.

*terms & conditions apply

We are recruiting for an administrative Modern Apprentice within the D'Arcy Thompson Unit in the School of Life Sciences. This is a fixed-term part-time appointment for 2 years.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our fantastic team and be part of the D'Arcy Thompson Unit. You will be part of a larger administrative team and will undertake a wide variety of general and administrative tasks.

A modern apprenticeship is a work-based training programme that leads to an industry approved qualification for 16- 24 year olds. Training is mostly on-the-job, which means Modern Apprentices learn the right mix of skills, knowledge and abilities. The apprentice will enrol with Dundee and Angus College. It is hoped that the successful candidate would achieve SVQ Business and Administration Level 5 within the 2-year period. Pay will be at the National Minimum Wage Rate based on age of candidate (ages 16-24).

Working alongside, and with the support of the administration team, you will assist them with roles underpinning the smooth running of Reception in the D'Arcy Thompson Unit.

The School of Life Sciences provides outstanding education supported by world class research facilities.

Your priorities will include:

• Greet and welcome staff, students and visitors to the building


• Place orders and maintain stationery stocks


• Manage the Reception generic email box


• Manage the Reception area, including mail/courier deliveries


• Maintain ID card system for staff and students


• Provide general clerical assistance as required

Who we're looking for:

• A good communicator


• A candidate with the ability to work to a high level of accuracy and reliability


• A candidate with good organisational skills


• Knowledge of Microsoft 365

This is a fixed-term part-time position (25 hrs per week). Hours of work are 8.45 am - 1.45 pm Monday-Friday.

This is a school term-time only position (40 weeks per year).

At the University we benefit from having access to a range of personal and professional development courses and training opportunities. We enjoy 42 days annual leave per year (pro-rata) and are supported by a range of Work Life Balance policies. The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

For further information about this position please contact Angie Nicoll, Operations Manager at a.k.nicoll@dundee.ac.uk.

About The Role

Kilmarnock & Mauchline, East Ayrshire

Various contracts available including full time and part time opportunities

up to £22,464 per annum

Overnight support may also be included

Are you interested in working for an award winning social care charity?

Personal Assistants (Support Workers) have the most important role within Enable by making a positive difference every day to the lives of the people we support. No two days are the same for our Personal Assistants but what we can guarantee is that you will be supporting someone with a learning disability to achieve their goals and outcomes – whatever they may be!

Each person we support has different support needs, so your support worker role may include assisting them with various aspects of personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support whilst expanding their social networks and connections.

Enable creates a bespoke team around every individual we support, and our team of Personal Assistants work collaboratively to ensure the safety, wellbeing and aspirations of the people we support are met.

The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me

The people we support have many varied interests and hobbies and have many of the same dreams and aspirations as we do; they just too often do not get the opportunity to experience these same opportunities. So whatever your interests are; be it sewing, baking, having a cup of tea and chat to horse riding, swimming or hill-walking, we want to hear from you!

A career with Enable is as rewarding as it is diverse, Personal Assistants at their best have the potential to truly bring out the best in the people we support.

About You

If you think you share the same interests and have the commitment, dedication, and above all, desire to support individuals to get the most out of life and become an inclusive member of society; then please apply now!

Enable needs you and your values to help us create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

You don’t need experience in care to start your social care career with Enable. We recruit people based on their values and transferrable skills. Wherever your journey has taken you up until now, join us, and together we will forge a new path in what could potentially be the most rewarding role you have ever had!　

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following:
• The ability to adapt your communication style in order to develop successful and enjoyable relationships with the people we support.
• The commitment to work with individuals through their personal support plans to ensure people achieve their goals and outcomes and celebrate their successes.
• A positive and flexible outlook to your work, and be able to work on your own and as part of a team.

If this is, you, then please click the link to apply now. Every person we support has their own hobbies and interests, likes and dislikes, which is reflected in our person-centred recruitment processes. So, please give us as much detail about you to allow us to carry out our bespoke matching service.

About Us

We believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to:

Person Centred approaches, planning and thinking
Introduction to autism
Epilepsy awareness
Moving and Handling
Adult support and protection
Child support and protection
First Aid
Positive Behaviour Support

We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to:
Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care.
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme*
Season Ticket Loans*

Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of their start date.

*terms & conditions apply

If you would like further information about this role, or any other role in Ayrshire, please contact our Recruitment Consultant, Erin Dallas - erin.dallas@enable.org.uk.

Vacancy: Legal Secretary
Location: Dundee
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking for an exciting opportunity in Dundee?

Or perhaps you're an experienced administrator looking for a career in the legal sector?

A well-established law firm, is seeking a highly organised and motivated Legal Secretary to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to a supportive environment and take the next step in your career.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide comprehensive administrative support to solicitors and legal team.
- Prepare and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
- Manage diary appointments and organise meetings for staff.
- Maintain accurate filing systems, both electronic and physical.
- Liaise with clients, courts, and other legal professionals in a professional manner.
- Audio typing documents.
- Handle telephone calls and enquiries, ensuring excellent client service.

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar administrative role.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- A proactive attitude, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Package:

- A competitive salary package, commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- A chance to work with a reputable law firm known for its commitment to clients and staff.

If you are a dedicated Legal Secretary looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!

To apply, please send your CV via this advert.

Join us in helping this Law firm find their next star Legal Secretary in Dundee!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

About The Role

Troon, Prestwick or Ayr, South Ayrshire

Various Contracts Available; Full time, Part time and sessional

Various shift patterns including night shift

Are you interested in working for an award winning social care charity?

Personal Assistants (Support Workers) have the most important role within Enable by making a positive difference every day to the lives of the people we support. No two days are the same for our Personal Assistants but what we can guarantee is that you will be supporting someone with a learning disability to achieve their goals and outcomes – whatever they may be!

Each person we support has different support needs, so your role as Support Worker may include assisting them with various aspects of personal care, moving and handling or positive behavioural support whilst expanding their social networks and connections.

Enable creates a bespoke team around every individual we support, and our team of Personal Assistants work collaboratively to ensure the safety, wellbeing and aspirations of the people we support are met.

The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me

The people we support have many varied interests and hobbies and have many of the same dreams and aspirations as we do; they just too often do not get the opportunity to experience these same opportunities. A career with Enable is as rewarding as it is diverse, Personal Assistants at their best have the potential to truly bring out the best in the people we support.　

Let us introduce you to Our Mental Health Services in South Ayrshire:

Mental health encompasses social, psychological, and emotional wellbeing.

Working in our Mental Health services is an incredibly rewarding role. We offer a mixture of Female and Male supports depending on their own choice and support needs.

We are looking for kind, patient, motivated, and committed staff to help people we support to manage the symptoms of their mental health diagnosis to lead fulfilling life.

A typical day for people we support in our Mental Health Services could be support to attend an appointment, going to the shops to ensure all the essentials are bought, a wander around their local community to find interest groups, or simply to get some fresh air.

In our mental health services, much valued support consists of Listening, understanding and responding to peoples needs.

In our roles as Personal assistants we work alongside Mental Health services such as Social work, Community Psychiatric Nurses, Occupational Therapists and other Health professionals.

About You

If you think you have the commitment, dedication, and above all, desire to support people to get the most out of life; then please apply now!
Enable needs you and your values to help us create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

You don’t need experience in care to start your social care career with Enable. We recruit people based on their values and transferrable skills. Wherever your journey has taken you up until now, join us, and together we will forge a new path in what could potentially be the most rewarding role you have ever had!

About Us

Enable is a dynamic and vibrant organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people with learning disabilities and we are looking for motivated and driven individuals to join us in ensuring they have the same opportunities as everyone else.

We believe in developing all our staff and we provide an extensive learning programme together with in-house career development opportunities. These include, but are not limited to:

Person Centred approaches, planning and thinking
Introduction to autism
Epilepsy awareness
Moving and Handling
Adult support and protection
Child support and protection
First Aid
Positive Behaviour Support

We also have an excellent range of staff benefits on offer including but not limited to:

Health cash plans providing a wide range of health benefits to help people cover the cost of their everyday health care.
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme*
Season Ticket Loans*
Blue Light Card

Starting a career with Enable is the first step towards making a real difference in our award-winning charity’s mission to help create an equal society for every person who has a learning disability.

Enable is an equal opportunities employer and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is based entirely on values, skills and competencies required of the specific roles.

Note: The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within 6 months of their start date.

*terms & conditions apply

Learning and Development Admin Assistant

Salary: £22,433.00 to £27,709.00 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)

This post is based at Link’s Falkirk office.

However, hybrid working is available with this role.

The Role
At Link, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our people have made our award-winning social enterprise the success it is today and as it continues to grow, we want them to be the best they can be and to reach their potential.

If you are passionate about developing people and would like to be part of an established Learning and Development team, helping us to shape a forward-looking service, this could be the job for you.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and experienced individual to provide administration support in Learning & Development. Reporting to the Learning & Development Assistant, you will be required to provide administrative support including scheduling and booking training courses, maintaining our Learning Management System (LMS) and providing high levels of customer service and support.

This role holds significant importance in ensuring the seamless operation of the L&D service. It is a dynamic and busy role, with lots of interaction with internal colleagues, managers and external suppliers. In addition, you will contribute to the ongoing improvement and development of the L&D delivery model, services, systems, and reporting.

About you
As L&D Administrative Assistant, you will have previous experience of undertaking administrative tasks and organising events.
Strong IT skills are required for this role, especially in the use of MS365 and HR / learning management systems.

You will have good numeracy skills with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. This role requires a strong team player and experience of working within a team environment to achieve common goals.

A positive, helpful, friendly attitude and willingness to provide help and support to colleagues is essential for this role. The successful postholder will have excellent written & verbal communication skills. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills are required, with the ability to work to deadlines.

In return you will be offered the opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge through employee training and development. You can expect to work in a supportive, trusting and transparent working environment, with the autonomy to offer creative and innovative solutions whilst maintaining Link’ s values; Responsibility, Empathy, Social Impact, Participate, Equality, Challenge and Transparency.

For further information on the main position accountabilities and a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack above.

What’s in it for you?
Link offers excellent terms and conditions, and as an Investor in People and Healthy Working Lives Gold Award holder, we aim to provide a wide range of development opportunities and healthy living initiatives. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities.

You will work with colleagues who offer support to ensure our customers' expectations are met. In return, we are looking for applications from people who will contribute to our aims and work to the highest professional standards.

For further information on the main position accountabilities and a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack above.

What’s in it for you?
As a Link employee, you'll likely benefit from the following:
• Competitive salary, reviewed annually, and opportunity for annual performance related salary increases and discretionary non-consolidated pay awards subject to terms of the scheme
• 35 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) pro rata plus an additional 1 day’s pro rata holiday per year after 1 years’ service up to a maximum of 40 days per year
• Opportunity to buy and sell holiday days
• Enhanced company sick and family friendly pay
• Access to paid qualifications and a wide range of learning and development opportunities and funded professional membership
• Defined contribution pension with matched generous employer pension contributions plus salary exchange and additional voluntary contribution options
• Access to an Electric vehicle leasing scheme, subject to the terms of the scheme
• Life assurance scheme providing death in service benefits to named beneficiaries
• Healthcare cash plan for employees (and dependents) to support health and wellbeing plus discounts on shopping, restaurants and other services
• Employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate household dependants to support health, mental and financial well-being
• Annual flu vaccination
• Access to a savings and borrowing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel season/travel ticket loan and much more!

This post is subject to Basic Disclosure.

Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 26 August 2024

Interview Date: Interviews are being held on 4, 5 and 11 September 2024 at Link’s Falkirk Office.

How to Apply
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