Total 124 job vacancies by Falkirk Council

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Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit an individual who is a highly skilled practitioner, committed to delivering the very best experiences for our children and young people.

This role involves the successful candidate working within the ASN Service (Central Team) and line managed by Team Manager ASN.

You will support the work of Falkirk Council ASN Transitions Team to improve transitions for young people with ASN or a disability into adulthood. You should have knowledge and experience of working with children with ASN or a disability. You must be motivated to support people to lead full and positive lives by operating in a person-centred capacity.

You must have the ability to be mobile across the council area.

The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by headteachers, teachers, early years practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.

It sets out clearly our expectations for our staff, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by:

• reflecting critically on their practice
• being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge
• adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners
• using current educational thinking to inform their practice
• making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond
• communicating effectively with others

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to attend an interview.

You will work 18.5 hours per week on a term time basis.

This post is temporary until June 2026 due to a temporary project.

Successful applicants for posts working with children or vulnerable adults will be subject to disclosure checks or the new PVG scheme.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post.

To arrange an informal discussion, please contact Kerry Drinnan (ASN Service Manager) at additionalsupport@falkirk.gov.uk

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For Falkirk Council employees this is a secondment opportunity. Prior to application please obtain confirmation from your current Line Manager that you can be released to take up this secondment opportunity, should you be successful.

The post holder will work in conjunction with workforce development team colleagues and liaise with managers, local agencies and Forth Valley Care Home Support Team.

A key task will be to support staff recruitment during the winter months. The postholder will deliver induction and core training for Care Home new recruits. This will enable them to commence their role without delay and carry out required duties competently in line with Safe Staffing and Health and Safety legislation.

This will include training such as: Moving and Handling, working with people displaying signs and symptoms of stress and distress, Nutrition, Frailty and Aging and other Health and Safety related issues.

The postholder will be based in The Foundry, Larbert and become a member of the Falkirk Social Work Training and Workforce Development Team. They will require to deliver training in various locations across Forth Valley to meet identified needs on behalf of Clackmannanshire & Stirling and Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnerships.

It is essential you have a degree or equivalent level qualification or experience in Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Nursing and experience of working in the care sector. They will require to have knowledge of Community Care and Adult Support and Protection legislation.

We are looking for a passionate experienced trainer who can step into this position quickly and begin to respond to needs associated with winter pressures. The postholder should ideally hold recognised Moving and Handling of people and Managing Challenging Behaviour Instructor qualifications.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Falkirk Council.

We are proud to have a workforce with values that promote human rights, social justice, and professional integrity. We recognise the importance of diversity within our organisation that reflects the communities we serve.

We have a dynamic and forward-thinking workforce, who are committed to making a positive difference for people accessing services and living in our communities. Trauma informed, relationships and strengths based social work sits at the heart of our practice.

We promote a workforce culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work. This supports our mission to be recognised as a learning organisation promoting openness, creativity, and experimentation across the workforce.

We work hard to develop our staff and expose them to a wide range of opportunities. We encourage our workforce to acquire and share knowledge, information, and resources. We nurture innovation, including service co-design that’s shaped by lived experiences and we provide freedom to try new things, to risk failure and to learn from both mistakes and promising and good practice.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

For an informal discussion please contact Evelyn Kennedy, Service Manager-Workforce Development – evelyn.kennedy@falkirk.gov.uk Mobile: 07808509671

Interview Date: 17th December 2024

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We are looking for a friendly and organised person with a passion for great customer service. You will work as part of the catering team and present a comfortable and welcoming environment to customers in our café, conference centre and those attending matchday hospitality and other events.

As the first point of contact the role requires someone who is able to provide a high quality of customer service and is a good communicator. The post holder will also be required to assist with the preparation of food and drinks.

You will be required to undertake work outside normal office hours including evenings and weekends.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please visit My Job Scotland.

To apply, please register with Myjobscotland and complete the online application form. Please note that we do not accept CV’s.

For further information, please contact Allison or Linzi on 01324 618740

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Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit class teachers who are highly skilled practitioners, committed to delivering the very best learning and teaching experiences for our children and young people.

The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by headteachers, teachers, early years practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.

It sets out clearly our expectations for our class teachers, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by:

• reflecting critically on their practice
• being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge
• adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners
• using current educational thinking to inform their practice
• making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond
• communicating effectively with others

Successful applicants will:

• hold an appropriate primary qualification
• be fully registered with the General Teaching Council, Scotland (GTCS)
• be able to demonstrate that they possess the commitment, knowledge and skills outlined in the Standard for Full Registration

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to attend:

• Short Leet interview

You will work 21 hours per week. Your working pattern will be Wednesday to Friday.

Successful applicants for posts working with children or vulnerable adults will be subject to disclosure checks or the new PVG scheme and approval by Care Commission Scotland.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post

The salary for this Teacher’s post is paid in line with SNCT Conditions of Service, please see Appendix 2.19 - SNCT Handbook

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At the Advanced level you will be providing teacher and pupil support to enhance pupil achievement. As required at advanced level, you will also undertake a wide range of whole school support activities and pupil support with regards to the general supervision, safety, care and wellbeing of the pupils which will include covering our medical provision. You will also be required to carry out Administrative tasks from time to time.

Good communication and organisational skills are required and you should enjoy working as part of a team. You should have some experience of working with children, ideally in an educational setting. Successful candidates must undertake training in Manual Handling and First Aid should you not have this.

You will work 27.5 hours per week on a term time basis.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/ maintain PVG scheme membership.

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We are proud to have a workforce with values that promote human rights, social justice and professional integrity. We recognise the importance of diversity within our organisation that reflects the communities we serve.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced family support worker to join Falkirk Council and lead on the delivery of a bespoke family support pilot developed collaboratively by Children’s and Place Services.

This post is to provide person centred family support to children and families who have lived in temporary accommodation for lengthy periods of time. The post holder will use the Outcome Star model to undertake assessment of need, helping families to identify and overcome the wider factors impacting on their ability to sustain a permanent tenancy.

A strength-based approach is essential in working alongside families to identify solutions in respect of their family life. Therefore, experience of supporting families in overcoming challenges with family relationships and routines, the impact of domestic abuse, emotional wellbeing and school attendance is desirable.

You will be based in the Temporary Accommodation Team to develop a strong understanding of the housing application system and support families in this process. They will also be required to work closely with key partners across social work, education, employment, and mental health services to support the development of stronger support networks for families. Strong communication skills and experience of working collaboratively with partners is essential.

This post is temporary until February 2026 and has been created to support Children’s and Place Services in its ongoing work to improve outcomes for children and families in the local area. Supervision and support with be provided on a regular basis.

The successful candidate will be required to maintain PVG scheme membership.

You should be mobile across the council area and show commitment to your continuous development.

We have a dynamic and forward-thinking workforce, who are committed to make a positive difference for people accessing services and living in our communities. Trauma informed, relationships and strengths based social work sits at the heart of our practice.

We promote a culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work. This supports our mission to be recognised as a learning organisation promoting openness, creativity, and experimentation across the workforce.

We work hard to develop our staff and expose them to a wide range of opportunities. We encourage our workforce to acquire and share knowledge, information, and resources. We nurture innovation, including service co-design that’s shaped by lived experiences and we provide freedom to try new things, to risk failure and to learn from both mistakes, and promising and good practice.

When it comes to taking care of our employees, we are proud to offer:

• Supportive team structure
• Time for reflective supervision
• A culture where your voice matters and opportunities are available to shape how we work together as a team, service and across the Council and partnerships.
• Bespoke training and a range of career development opportunities
• Generous annual leave and mobile /flexible working supporting work life balance.
• Competitive salaries
• Local Government pension scheme and employee benefits and rewards scheme

For an informal discussion please contact Laura Lowrie laura.lowrie@falkirk.gov.uk or Joanna Stewart joanna.stewart@falkirk.gov.uk

Interview date will be 11th December 2024.

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As part of Burnbraes restructure we are looking to recruit to fulfil our goals for the service. Burnbrae is a 28 bedded residential care home supporting older adults who have a range of differing needs such as a mental health diagnosis, Dementia and/or frailty.

Our service is part of the Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership where we work closely with other professionals within a multidisciplinary team. Burnbrae is a well-established care home with a highly experienced, motivated, and passionate team of staff. We endeavour to work together to ensure we provide a warm and welcoming environment focused on person-centred care for all who live within Burnbrae alongside a supportive place of work for our colleagues.

We are located near the centre of Falkirk within beautiful surroundings and with multiple accessible public transport options nearby.

Within our service, there are multiple learning opportunities for staff. We place importance on training, development, and opportunities to progress within a supportive environment.

It is essential that candidates have knowledge and experience of care. It is desirable that this experience is gained from working with older adults, particularly those who have a mental health diagnosis. The candidate should have good communication and interpersonal skills, versatility in their role, an eagerness to learn and develop, an ability to prioritise workload and time management, be a team-player alongside have experience of assessment, support planning, risk assessing and case recording.

Moving and Handling training together with an SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable but not essential as there are opportunities to undertake this qualification within the Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership. The candidate must be able to register with the SSSC as a Practitioner in Care Home Services for older adults and hold or obtain the relevant qualification within the regulatory time scale.

You will work 37 hours per week which will include backshifts and weekends on a three weekly shift rota basis.

This post is temporary until December 2025 due to service requirement.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

If you feel you have the relevant skills, knowledge and attributes for this post and would like to work within our service where you could make a difference to someone’s life and lead a fulfilling career then please apply now.

For further information please contact Samantha Sheldon-Brown on (01324) 501850.

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Falkirk Council are looking to recruit Support for Learning Assistants for Hallglen Primary School. You will provide support for teachers and children to enhance experiences and achievement for children. You will undertake a range of support activities with regard to general supervision, safety, care and well-being of the children.

Good communication skills are essential and you should enjoy working as part of a team.

Various hours are available on a term time basis.

This post is temporary until June 2025 with the possibility of continuation into the following session.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

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Summerford House Reablement service is a 27 bedded resource centre providing short term reablement care to adults over the age of 55 within the Falkirk area. Taking a “doing with” approach we support people to rebuild, retain or regain their skills and confidence – maximising independence to support a safe discharge home.

We are offering an exciting opportunity for successful candidates to join our experienced, motivated and passionate team. Working in a fast-paced environment you will support admissions from hospital and the community, working with the service users to achieve and maintain their independence. You will work as part of a team of social care staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and rehab support workers, working jointly in a multi disciplinary team providing direct care to support service users to achieve their goals, maximise their independence and support a safe discharge home.

You will work to Health and Social Care Standards My Support My Life to deliver a high level of person centred reablement care and will be supported with training and development opportunities to fulfil your role as social care worker.

You must have experience of or an understanding of the care needs of older people and the effects of ageing and disability. You will be skilled in assessment and recording. You must have good communication skills, a flexible positive attitude and be able to work as part of a team but also to manage your own workload, use your initiative and work on your own.

Part time permanent contract of 13.5 hours per week – you will be required to work nights on a shift rota basis which will include weekends.

An SVQ level 3 in social care or the willingness to work towards this together with moving and handling training would be desirable.

You must be able to register with the SSSC as a Practitioner in Care Home Services for older adults and hold or obtain the relevant qualification within the regulatory time scale of three years.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain and maintain PVG scheme membership.

For any informal enquiries please contact Carolanne Campbell Resource Centre Manager on 01324 501842 or carolanne.campbell@falkirk.gov.uk

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Support for Leaning Assistant (Advanced)

Stenhousemuir Primary School, Early Learning and Childcare Class

Post ID CS3576

Falkirk Children’s Services is seeking to employ a Support for Learning Assistant at Stenhousemuir Primary School, Early Learning and Childcare Class to provide support for learning resource aimed at delivering continuity for children and allowing for further service improvement.

You will undertake a range of support activities including general supervision of children to ensure their safety and well-being. You may be required to provide more intensive support for children with additional support needs to ensure that individual plans are carried out regularly and efficiently. Support for Learning Assistants are crucial to the successful delivery of our services to children and are valued team members in many of our settings. This role requires you to work as part of a busy team of staff, so good communication skills are essential for this post. You should possess a positive, can-do attitude and be flexible in your approach.

The post at Stenhousemuir is part time (22.5 hours – Monday to Friday 9.15 am to 2.15 pm with a 15 minute break each day), term time and is permanent with Falkirk Council Children’s Services. Please note the salary will be adjusted pro-rata accordingly for part time and term time working.3576

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

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We are looking for confident, flexible and nurturing residential childcare workers to join our experienced and committed staff team. The work provides opportunities to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people in our care by building lasting relationships and contributing to meaningful care and support plans.

Our service promotes relationship-based practice that is child- centred and trauma informed.

We recognise the importance of regular professional supervision and provide significant training and development opportunities to our staff within Falkirk Council.

Our houses have been consistently highly rated by the Care Inspectorate and we are keen to improve the experiences of the young people in our care and to develop the service to meet the expectations of “The Promise”.

Staff are required to be able to register unconditionally with SSSC.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain PVG Scheme Membership through Disclosure Scotland.

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Easter Carmuirs Primary School: ASC Base is seeking to recruit an experienced Support for Learning Assistant who is highly skilled practitioner and committed to delivering the very best experiences for our children and young people.

The key policy document for Falkirk Schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by head teachers, teachers, early year’s practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.

It sets out clearly our aims for all learners.

Successful applicants will:

• Evidence a clear understanding of working as part of a team as well as being able to use their own initiative
• Demonstrate a caring and nurturing ethos, with a willingness to support young people in all aspects of school life

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to attend:

• A formal interview, focussing on your knowledge of Autism, GIRFEC and social/emotional needs.
• A school visit.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post

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We are seeking to recruit a permanent member of staff to work as a Medical Attendant within a busy secondary school. You will work as part of a team and should be in possession of a valid First Aid Certificate and have experience in dealing with young people and administering first aid. This post may also include some support for pupils within a classroom setting.

Good communication & organisational skills, discretion, flexibility and initiative are essential. Experience in a school setting would be an advantage but not essential.

Although this post is 27.5 hours (5 days per week) we would consider part-time for the right candidate.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership and be medically checked.

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Falkirk Council is looking to recruit a Support for Learning Assistant for Larbert High School (Additional Support Centre).

You will, at the advanced level, provide teacher and pupil support to enhance pupil achievement and undertake a range of whole school support activities and pupil support with regard to the general supervision, safety, care and wellbeing of pupils.

Good communication skills are essential and you should enjoy working as part of a team.

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to attend for interview.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post.

You will work 30 hours per week on a term time basis. Please note the salary will be adjusted pro-rata accordingly for part time working.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of Senior housing with care worker within one of our housing with care buildings

The Housing with care Service provides support to vulnerable service users within their own homes, experience of working with vulnerable service users in a care setting is required. As a Senior housing with care worker, you will be required to carry out personal care tasks on a 'one-to-one' basis with people who have a wide range of caring needs in their own homes, workplace observations of your team ensuring a high-quality service is being provided, which meets the National Care Standards.

Previous experience of working in a care setting is essential for this position. We are looking for individuals with strong interpersonal skills, a caring personality and someone who is reliable and can be relied upon to support the service user in their home. We are looking for someone that will always work in the best interests of the service user.

You must be confident in using Microsoft office applications and have an eye for attention to detail.

Hours for this role are 37 per week on a rotational shift pattern, involving working every second weekend. This post may include working an early and back shift pattern.

All posts involve lone working.

You must hold the relevant qualification or be willing to work towards the SVQ Award that is linked to the post of senior housing with care worker.

Successful applicants for posts working with children or vulnerable adults will be subject to the PVG scheme and requires SSSC Registration.

For further information on these posts, please contact Lynn Adams on 01324 504150

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