Fife Alcohol Support Service (FASS) is Fife’s main third sector alcohol and substance misuse charity. FASS has been working on the frontline, supporting people through their issues with misuse and on to better lives for over 40 years now. Our many services range from therapeutic counselling to practical support, and we help individuals, their families and communities Fife-wide.
As our chosen candidate, you will extend this ethos of enablement throughout our dedicated teams. The organisation has evolved rapidly in recent years and we are now looking to consolidate and expand strengths across our range of services. On appointment, you will have the unique opportunity of taking FASS to its next stage of development.
You will be a dynamic individual—a visionary and great communicator. As our overall Head of Service, you will be a strategist, innovator and rational decision-maker, keen to embrace change. You will have excellent planning, analytical and negotiation skills and will steer the dedicated staff teams by example, creating an enhanced culture of collaboration and support. You will also understand the importance of a strong brand, both externally and internally, and work towards its creation.
As an experienced and effective leader, you will have sound knowledge of financial management, HR, IT and communications management and systems.
In return you will experience first-hand how FASS, under your leadership, will help people transform their lives.
The Yard is a Scottish charity with one simple aim; to build thriving communities of support that enrich the lives of disabled children, young people and their families. We offer play, respite and family support from our adventure play centres in Edinburgh, Dundee and Fife. Our approach is rooted in learning from lived experience and our team are skilled, patient and understanding and invested in each and every child and family.
To meet the increasing need in Scotland, we are planning to increase our services reaching more children and young people. We are looking to recruit a Head of Service who will be part of our Executive team.
Leading a team of experienced service managers, the successful applicant will ensure the delivery of the new services whilst making sure our current delivery is not compromised. They will implement a comprehensive evaluation system meeting the varying needs of our stakeholders; families, funders, partners and the Care Inspectorate.
Our culture is central to our success and the successful applicant will need to lead and manage in line with our values of community, inclusive, inspire, kindness and adventure. We work collaboratively, valuing insights and opinions across the team. We recognise that we have an ambitious agenda and look forward to welcoming the person who is enthused and energised by this opportunity.
In return, the successful applicant will join a warm, motivated team, where user satisfaction of our services is high. We are open to new ideas and welcome ways to develop and improve.
Read more about some of the excellent benefits available to people who work at The Yard.
If you would like to understand more about the role and The Yard, Tricia Stewart our Director of Resources, would be happy to have a conversation with you. Please email tricia@theyardscotland.org.uk to set up a time for a call.
About Aberlour Sycamore Children’s Houses
Aberlour Sycamore Services’ vision is to provide warm, loving homes for children where everyone learns, laughs, grows into their future and is treasured always. At any one time, the residential houses within Sycamore require additional support to help to maintain stability and balance within the teams. Sycamore services are widely recognised in Scotland for providing a range of quality therapeutic residential houses for some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the country. The Service is a national resource and as such receives referrals from throughout Scotland.
What we are looking for....
We are looking for an individual who can integrate seamlessly into our existing team, working alongside it and relief adults to support excellent service delivery. We are looking for a Residential Worker to work 37.5 hours per week on a residential rota including early, late, waken nights, sleepovers and weekend shifts. You will have a knowledge and understanding of the importance of attachment, trauma and how this can impact on an individual’s development. At times our children express their distress through their behaviour and the role can be emotionally and physically challenging; we are therefore looking for someone who is resilient, understands that behaviour is a means of communication and is trauma responsive.
You will be skilled in building therapeutic relationships with the children, young people and young adults to enable them to feel safe, loved and cared for.
You must have the ability to quickly build your relationships with the adults within the house. The nature of the role is such that you could be working to cover a shift or longer periods as required, including days and wakened nightshifts and you may also be supporting young people to attend school or participate in other learning programmes. You must therefore be able to quickly adapt to the working environment within each house.
You will be comfortable with working within Aberlour’s culture embracing respect, integrity, innovation and the ability to challenge. Demonstration of these qualities will be particularly important in this role given that you will be dipping in and out of the different teams. You must be able to be an exceptional role model for other staff and the young person.
Undertaking the role of Residential Worker will afford you the opportunity to develop and build on a range of transferrable skills which are valued in a range of employment: you will be able to demonstrate excellent flexibility and adaptability with exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to work with different teams and different children, young people and young adults living within our Sycamore Houses.
For an informal discussion please phone Kerry Watson, House Manager on 07753310967
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our
Aberlour is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our service users and uses a thorough and rigorous recruitment and selection process including PVG Scheme checks to ensure this commitment is not compromised.
Are you an experienced professional with a passion for delivering renewal and regeneration? Do you have an affinity for communities?
Love Oor Lang Toun is looking for a Development Manager to join our small staff team to oversee the delivery of our ambitious three-year strategy and business plan.
In this role, we want you to deliver a range of community regeneration projects, working closely with public, private and voluntary sector partners.
Love Oor Lang Toun is a community-led regeneration group that launched in April 2020 and is a registered charity.
Our mission is to contribute to the renewal and regeneration of Kirkcaldy town centre, creating a 21st century town centre that local people will be proud of. We want to do this with and for the people of the town, including the traders. See loveoorlangtoun.com/visiondocument
Our work is guided by engagement with the Kirkcaldy community and local businesses. We have recently developed an ambitious Strategy for the next three years, this can be downloaded below.
If you have a strong track record in regeneration, economic development or a related field, project management experience, and experience of developing successful funding applications or business plans, we want to hear from you.
For full details of the post job description is available for download below.
GP Glenrothes Cluster Area Adults 16+; 2x East Fife Older People 65+
You will be joining a small Fife-wide team, with a big reach, to assist individuals to identify and potentially access the right level of support and provision which aims to meet their own circumstances and aspirations. To help facilitate this you will work with individuals and, where appropriate, their networks, stakeholders and wider communities to help grow resilience and capacity which encourages opportunity and might reduce/delay the need for statutory interventions.
You will be joining a small Fife-wide team, with a big reach, with the responsibility of supporting the CEO with the financial management of the charity. You will also help to manage the office and assist with some administrative responsibilities.
• Are you able to evidence effective experience of budgeting and book keeping?
• Are you able to self-motivate and work with a degree of autonomy to manage your workload safely and efficiently within a prescribed framework?
• Are you passionate about supporting a local charity to undertake its responsibilities?
• Are you able to effectively record and report on your work activity which includes the use of IT software and systems?
If you feel you are up to this challenge, we want to hear from you.
Fife Women’s Aid are delighted to be launching a new service for women experiencing domestic abuse and are looking to recruit a full-time support worker to develop this service.
The role will involve providing ongoing flexible support to women in their own accommodation, with a focus on harm reduction and tenancy sustainment within the community. The service will work in accordance with the Housing First principles and will enhance our existing service provision for women who have experienced domestic abuse.
Applicants should have good communication skills and a passion for supporting recovery from domestic abuse.
The successful applicant will have at least SVQ Level III or equivalent level of qualification in health and social care or other relevant subject, or a willingness to work towards a qualification.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a high degree of motivation and have the ability to work on their own as well as part of a team.
Please join us for an online session to find out more about FWA women’s services. This will be at 6.30pm on 25th of March. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.
Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.
Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.
If you would like further information about the post, please contact Kate McCormack at kate.mccormack@fifewomensaid.org.uk to arrange a time for a call.
Do you have relevant experience of working with children and young people with a disability/and or autism or relevant experience in a similar sector or work environment?
About Aberlour Options Fife - Respite and Outreach
Options Fife Respite and Outreach provides a range of flexible support through outreach and overnight short breaks at weekends, evenings and school holidays to children and young people with complex learning disabilities and autism. We offer a high-quality child centred service providing positive and enabling experiences for the young people, supporting them through the challenges and complexities that enable them to work towards their individual outcomes and personal goals. We work closely with families and other professionals in providing support tailored around the child’s plan.
What we are looking for....
We are looking to recruit a Young People’s Worker to work 18 hours per week. You will play a fundamental role in ensuring that the young people you work with have the best possible experience in working towards their objectives in line with their care plan, supporting children to progress within their individual outcomes. Whilst not without its challenges and demands, this is a highly rewarding role, where the work we do has a demonstrable impact on each young person's progress. Using a person-centred approach, you will provide enabling support ensuring the highest level of physical, personal, and emotional care. We support young people who have epilepsy, need personal care and need gastrostomy feeding. Aberlour, in conjunction with NHS, provides all staff with training.
We are looking for candidates who have a passion for working with young people with disabilities. It is desired but not essential that candidates hold a relevant qualification at an SCQF level 7 or above. Due to SSSC requirements you may be required to gain qualifications after starting with Aberlour.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity on our website.
Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.
We are looking for someone who will help grow a vision for Pioneer outreach in Kingdom Park, and the surrounding Kirkcaldy area, by developing and initiating plans for an appropriate form of Christian witness and community. This successful candidate will have experience of planning and leading effective mission and outreach and/or implementing projects.
This role requires that the post holder is a committed Christian with a live church connection which is a Genuine Occupational Requirement in terms of the Equality Act 2010.
It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.
Fife Women’s Aid are looking for a Housing Management Worker to join our team looking after refuge accommodation and ensuring it is maintained to a high standard. Candidates should be willing to work as part of a team and be flexible in their approach.
Please join us for an online session to find out more about FWA housing management services. This will be at 6.30pm on Wednesday 20th March. Please confirm your attendance to info@fifewomensaid.org.uk and we will send you details of the zoom meeting. We hope to see you there.
Fife Women’s Aid is a feminist organisation and strives to be a supportive and empowering employer offering competitive terms and conditions.
Membership of Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is a requirement for this post.
If you would like further information about the post, please contact Sheila Chappell, Business Senior on 07714 609389.
Are you passionate about the short breaks needs of unpaid carers in Scotland? Do you want to be part of an enthusiastic and hardworking team that champions inclusive tourism?
Shared Care Scotland is an innovative national charity, based in Dunfermline, working to support Scotland’s unpaid carers to access short breaks and respite.
We are delighted to be recruiting a Coordinator for our Respitality initiative. The postholder will be responsible for working with our network of local carer support services in developing and delivering Respitality in their regions and will work closely with the Respitality Manager to recruit new regions. They will also be responsible for developing and delivering a support and training plan for this network. The successful applicant will help us raise the profile of the initiative across Scotland through various media/promotional activities. Assisting in monitoring and reporting on the progress of Respitality is also an important aspect of this role.
Our ideal candidate will be passionate, enthusiastic, and able to work both in a team and independently and have a proven track record of managing and reporting on project work to deadlines. An understanding of the needs of unpaid carers and the importance of short breaks is desirable, as is experience of media content creation.
In return we offer a supportive, collaborative team environment with excellent terms and conditions. Staff benefits include a pension scheme with 15.5% employer contribution, employee health plan, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.
We are blessed at Dunfermline East to be a thriving and growing congregation, with a large proportion of children and young people and skilled volunteer teams. We now have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced individual to use their gifts and skills in helping us to make a difference in the lives of the people in our parish and community.
This is a leadership role, co-ordinating our existing ministry with children and young people, developing our teams and creating opportunities for children, young people and families across our parish to be introduced to Jesus and become disciples.
This is a hands on role, working with our existing groups, and leading the development of new initiaitves within our local schools and the wider parish. An element of this work will be engaging with children and young people with Additional Support Needs and their families.
You will bring a collaborative approach with experience of leading new initiatives and working positively with volunteers which will enable you to work with us in developing our connections in the community, so that children, young people and families have the opportunity to find faith in Jesus Christ.
We want to enable as wide a range of candidates to apply as possible and so we are open to applications being submitted on a full or part-time basis as well as flexible working.
It is an essential requirement of this role that the post-holder is a committed Christian with a live Church connection which is a Genuine Occupational Requirement in terms of the Equality Act 2010.
Greener Kirkcaldy is a community-led charity working locally to bring people together, take positive action on the climate emergency and support people through fuel poverty and food insecurity. We deliver a range of projects, events and skills training to achieve the needs and goals of local people – building resilience as a community and working towards a future where everyone can live better and tread more lightly on our planet.
Based in the heart of Kirkcaldy – with a community building, training kitchen, bike shop and garden – we carry out activities across Kirkcaldy and work with partners to deliver projects across Fife.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised person to join our Core Team as a full-time Receptionist. This post is initially for six months but the contract may be extended, depending on funding.
You will be the first point of contact welcoming and engaging with visitors to our community building. Reporting to the Office Manager, you will have a key role in our Core Team and support the other teams in the organisation. You will have a strong track record of working in administration and dealing with members of the public.
You don’t need to be an expert in climate change. You do need to be keen to learn and passionate about making a difference to our community. We will provide training and you will be supported by a great team.
* Greener Kirkcaldy have a flexible working policy. We would consider requests to work fewer hours, or to job-share
We have a new and exciting opportunity within Fife Carers Centre. We are seeking a Training and Development Manager to join our team.
Fife Carers Centre is a well-regarded and well-established organisation that has supported thousands of families and unpaid carers throughout Fife since 1995. The vision of Fife Carers Centre is to ensure that unpaid carers throughout Fife are valued, recognised, and supported to have equal access to a good quality of life that is not prejudiced by their caring role.
You will be based at The Fife Carer’s Centre, Kirkcaldy, with travel throughout Fife.
Your work will include providing person – centred information for carer’s and professionals as well as coordinating, promoting and delivering high quality training for carer’s, carer groups and professionals, over a variety of locations,
You’ll be developing and assisting the Carer’s Centre with effective outreach work, PR and promotion, media work and with initiatives to raise carer awareness with professionals and the public.
We have a rare opportunity within Fife Carers Centre. We are seeking an Advocacy Worker to join our team.
Fife Carers Centre is a well-regarded and well-established organisation that has supported thousands of families and unpaid carers throughout Fife since 1995. The vision of Fife Carers Centre is to ensure that unpaid carers throughout Fife are valued, recognised, and supported to have equal access to a good quality of life that is not prejudiced by their caring role.
You will be based at The Fife Carer’s Centre, Kirkcaldy, with travel throughout Fife.
Your work will include providing a sensitive, person-centred support service for Adult carer’s throughout Fife. Assisting Carer’s to maintain their physical and mental wellbeing by providing carer’s with a comprehensive information and advocacy service to enable them to make informed choices and develop self-advocacy, and where necessary, advocate on the carers behalf.
Do you have relevant experience of working with children and young people with a disability and/or autism or relevant experience in a similar sector/work environment?
About Aberlour Options Fife Residential Glenrothes
At Aberlour we listen to understand what our young people want and need within our local area. As such, our service in Glenrothes supports young people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live and thrive within the local community.
What we are looking for....
We are looking for someone who is passionate about ensuring our young people live their best lives and are valued members of their community. Whilst not without its challenges and demands, this is a highly rewarding role. We are looking for someone who will contribute to the leadership, management and development of services for children, young people and their families in line with agreed objectives and assist with service review and evaluation.
You will have relevant experience of working with children and young people with a disability and/or autism in a community or residential setting and understand the impact of disability on inclusion. You are required to meet the qualifications requirement for this post which is at SCQF Level 8 (e.g. SVQ Level 4). This post requires you to register with the Scottish Social Services Council as a Residential Child Care Worker with Supervisory Responsibilities.
There is an expectation that you will split your hours between management time, and being on shift, offering direct support to the young people as part of our 4 week rolling residential rota, which includes evenings, weekends, nights and public holidays. There is also the requirement to undertake the occasional sleep over.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.
Do you have relevant experience of working with children and young people with a disability/and or autism or relevant experience in a similar sector or work environment?
About Aberlour Options Fife Residential Glenrothes
At Aberlour we listen to understand what our young people want and need within our local area. As such, our services in Glenrothes support young people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live and thrive within the local community.
What we are looking for....
As a Young People’s Worker, you will play a fundamental role in our young people’s lives to ensure that they get the best possible experience whilst working towards goals in their care plan. Using a person-centred approach, you will provide enabling support ensuring the highest level of physical and emotional care; supporting our young people in their daily living and within the local community.
If you have an interest in working with young people, we would like to hear from you. We are looking for a part time Young People’s Worker, to work 35 hours per week.
These hours will be worked as part of a 24/7 residential rota, which will include mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays. You will also be expected to do sleepovers.
Ideally, candidates will have social care experience, understanding of autism, complex needs and disability. You will hold, or be willing to work towards, a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above (for example: SVQ3 Care plus an HNC) together with relevant experience of working with children or young people. You must also be able to demonstrate awareness of the key elements of working with people affected by disability as well as an understanding of, and commitment to, young people’s rights.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers.
Animal charity Pet Blood Bank UK is recruiting for the position of Marketing Assistant. Working closely with the Marketing Manager and team, you will play a key role in the growth and development of the charity. A good understanding of digital communications and social media with a creative and proactive approach is essential for this position.
Background
Launched in 2007, Pet Blood Bank UK is the only charity that provides a blood bank service for all vets across the UK. As part of our charitable remit, our aim is to advance animal health and welfare and to relieve suffering by providing quick and convenient access to blood. Every unit of blood helps save up to four other lives, saving thousands of lives every year.
Our values
Caring. Pioneering. Real. These are the values Pet Blood Bank UK is built upon. Our values bind us together as a charity and guide everything we do. We expect every team member to know, understand and embody our values, helping to build our reputation as a pioneering, caring and practical charity. Read more about our values.
What you’ll do
What we need
We’re looking for someone creative who has a good understanding of digital marketing and the power of social media in helping to grow a brand. This is a varied role with the opportunity to get involved in many different aspects of marketing. Good organisational skills, excellent copywriting, and a strong attention to detail are essential.
We’re looking for someone who has:
What’s in it for you
In return, we offer full training, competitive salary with pay progression, contributory pension scheme, lifestyle rewards, and 30 days annual holidays (pro rata, including bank holidays).
Further details
This is a permanent part-time role based in our Dunfermline office, working 30 hours per week across five days. Hours can be discussed at interview.
We are seeking an experienced individual with a passion for Outdoors and Adventure to manage our Scout Adventures Fordell Firs Centre. You will be responsible for growing internal (Scouting) and external customer use, business performance, continued development of our customer experience to ensure quality programmes and events. You will further develop our site, accommodation and facilities for adventure, challenge and learning, and ensure that all aspects of the Centre’s operation are delivered to the required safety and quality standards. While embracing our values, you will be business focused and results driven, with a passion for excellence in customer service. Ideally with a background in the outdoor industry, you will have experience and a positive track record in business development and improvement, and working with complex groups of staff, customers and volunteers. You will be a strong team player, able to inspire and motivate your team and have excellent networking skills. More information about Scouts Scotland is available on our website scouts.scot
At Fife Housing Group, we develop and build sustainable communities, making it our priority to provide homes which help our tenants live the lives they choose.
As one of the largest independent housing associations in the east of Scotland, we manage approximately 2,500 properties and have an annual turnover in the region of £12.7 million.
We employ 80+ colleagues at our offices in Dunfermline and have been recognised as one of the Top 10 Housing Organisations to work for in the UK. We are registered under Charitable Rules with the Scottish Housing Regulator, the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator and with the Financial Services Authority.
Our subsidiary company, Yourplace, owns 55+ properties which are let at market rents.
The Group is governed by a voluntary Board and we are currently looking to strengthen our overall governance arrangements through the appointment of new Board Members, whose skills and knowledge will help to shape our strategic direction.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills, independence of thought and an ability to challenge constructively whilst making balanced and informed decisions.
Knowledge of social housing is desirable but not essential, however, experience of working collaboratively at a strategic level would certainly be beneficial.
We are particularly keen to hear from applicants who live within our area of operation and, as an inclusive, equal opportunities employer, are keen to attract diversity onto our Board.
To find out more, please view our video - youtube.com/watch?v=eiRQXnObz2M&t=6s
The Supported Housing Worker role requires assisting in the management of the development thus ensuring the tenants are able to enjoy an acceptable standard of living in an environment which is clean, safe and friendly. You will be responsible for overseeing the wellbeing of the tenants and for assisting them in maintaining their independence.
As Housing Care Worker your role will involve working with our tenants to ensure they receive the support and personal care identified in their care plans. You will directly support tenants in their homes by providing individual advice, practical housing support assistance and personal care.
Both roles are to ensure that we are able to offer the best service to our tenants and make it possible for our tenants to continue enjoying as much independent living as they’re able.
As well as a competitive annual salary, our valued team also benefits from:
We also have opportunities with our Trust Staff Agency - for employees who want to work across different locations, in various roles, with highly flexible hours to suit family commitments - it's a great opportunity with the same training and development that our other roles benefit from.
Previous experience working in social care or the housing sector would be an advantage but this is not always necessary. Our ideal candidate is someone with enthusiasm, a caring nature and willingness to learn as full training, support and ongoing development will be provided.