About The Role

The Best in You Brings Out the Best in Me

ENABLE Scotland 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.

Are you a driven and motivated individual who enjoys new and unique challenges daily? Do you have the passion and drive to lead a team of frontline staff to support individuals to achieve their personal outcomes, live the life they choose and become an inclusive member within their own community? If so, there has never been a better time to apply!

About You

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Experience working with adults and children with learning disabilities, epilepsy, autism and physical support needs.

• Experience in using person centred planning techniques in addition to delivering and leading excellent support practices.

• Strong facilitation skills to encourage staff teams to take ownership and responsibility for the quality of support they deliver.

• The ability to effectively communicate with the people we support, staff teams, families and external care professionals.

• Creating and delivering robust service designs, support strategies and risk assessments whilst managing individual budgets.

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload whilst working under pressure.

• SVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

• Full driving licence with access to your own vehicle for business use.

About Us

At ENABLE Scotland 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

Starting a career with ENABLE Scotland 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 Scotland 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.

At Aberlour Options Fife we provide a range of support to young people up to the age of 18 years of age, who have learning disabilities.

We are looking to recruit an organised and professional individual as our Service Administrator for our service based in Glenrothes. You will provide comprehensive administrative support for the service, including reception duties, co-ordinating meetings, mail and maintaining manual and electronic storage and retrieval systems. You will also coordinate building and equipment needs as required in consultation with your manager.

An important part of the role is to provide financial administration for the service, supported by the Senior Finance Officer. You must be able to work with high levels of accuracy in recording and inputting data and in providing regular management information, in an agreed format and also responding to ad hoc requests as required.

You will have administrative experience gained by working within a busy office or social care environment. You will be experienced working with Microsoft Office packages and have excellent communication and organisational skills.

If you are ready for a new challenge, we would be glad to hear from you.

Fife Carers Centre is a well regarded and well established organisation who have been supporting family and unpaid carers throughout Fife for over 23 years. We work with adult carers on a one to one basis and in groups. We support carers in their caring role with relevant and straightforward information as well as practical help. We give information and the means to use it to carers on a wide range of topics from applying for benefits to learning more about the condition affecting the person you care for. Most importantly we will work with the carer to protect their own physical, emotional, mental and financial health whilst they maintain their caring role.

We now have an opportunity to expand our team to meet the ever growing need to support unpaid carers in new and diverse ways.

We are looking for Carer Support Worker (Localities) and Carer Support Worker (Hospital).

To find out more about these roles, please download the relevant Job Description and Person Specification below.

The Office Administrator of Fife Carers Centre will be responsible to the Centre Manager through day-to-day reporting and regular supervision, and will be expected to:

• Accept the stated aims and objectives of the Fife Carers Centre
• Undertake responsibility for the Centre’s administrative and clerical requirements on a day-to-day basis and ensure there are efficient systems for the monitoring, maintenance and processing of all financial transactions
• Assist in the collecting, collating and dissemination of statistical information on a range of carers issues, as determined by the Centre Manager
• Financial and statistical reporting as determined by the Centre Manager and Board
• Carry out telephone and reception duties as required, and to represent the Centre in the absence of other staff
• Provide administrative support to the Centre Manager and the Board of Directors

To find out more about the role download the Job Description and Person Specification below.

The post: Rock Trust are delighted to be expanding our successful Housing First for Youth and Housing Support services into Fife. The Team Leader role provides an opportunity to lead this innovative venture, based on well-researched methods used across the world. These services will support homeless and/or care experienced young people to transition to permanent, independent accommodation.

The post holder will be expected to:

• Play a leading role in the development of our Fife services

• Lead and manage a team of high performing service delivery staff

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with key partners

• Promote and share evaluation, learning and best practice

Who we are

Rock Trust is Scotland’s leading youth specific homelessness charity. We work with young people aged 16-25 who are at risk of, or who are experiencing homelessness. Our aim is to end youth homelessness in Scotland by ensuring that every young person has access to expert youth specific services to assist them to avoid, survive and move on from homelessness.

Rock Trust holds the gold award from Investors in People. We are committed to making Rock Trust a fantastic place to work. We provide a range of enhanced benefits for staff, including 25 days annual leave and 10 public holidays, an 8% employer contribution pension scheme, life assurance scheme, employee rewards and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. A full list of our benefits is available on our website.

We actively support the ability to work flexibly and remotely, and all staff are provided with the ICT kit and home set-ups needed to minimise travel and promote a work-life balance.

We are an equal opportunity employer, with the Silver Charter from LGBT Youth Scotland and are signed up to the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme. We encourage applications from all parts of the community.

Rock Trust has four core values; Safety, Positivity, Respect and Fairness. If you hold these values and are passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential and move on from homelessness, then please get in touch.

The post: Rock Trust are delighted to be expanding our successful Housing First for Youth and Housing Support services into Fife. The Project Worker role provides an opportunity to be part of this innovative venture, based on well-researched methods used across the world. These services will support homeless and/or care experienced young people to transition to permanent, independent accommodation.

The post holder will be expected to:

• Build trusting, lasting relationships with young people

• Support young people to manage and thrive in their new home

• Provide flexible, person centered, strengths-based support for as long as is required

• Adopt a ‘whatever it takes’ and rights based approach

• Work in a psychologically and trauma informed manner

• Promote and share evaluation, learning and best practice

Project workers will work across the Fife local authority area, and as such access to a car and a full driving license are essential.

Who we are

Rock Trust is Scotland’s leading youth specific homelessness charity. We work with young people aged 16-25 who are at risk of, or who are experiencing homelessness. Our aim is to end youth homelessness in Scotland by ensuring that every young person has access to expert youth specific services to assist them to avoid, survive and move on from homelessness.

Rock Trust holds the gold award from Investors in People. We are committed to making Rock Trust a fantastic place to work. We provide a range of enhanced benefits for staff, including 25 days annual leave and 10 public holidays, an 8% employer contribution pension scheme, life assurance scheme, employee rewards and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. A full list of our benefits is available on our website.

We actively support the ability to work flexibly and remotely, and all staff are provided with the ICT kit and home set-ups needed to minimise travel and promote a work-life balance.

We are an equal opportunity employer, with the Silver Charter from LGBT Youth Scotland and are signed up to the DWP’s Disability Confident scheme. We encourage applications from all parts of the community.

Rock Trust has four core values; Safety, Positivity, Respect and Fairness. If you hold these values and are passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential and move on from homelessness, then please get in touch.

An exciting new opportunity has become available for a passionate and enthusiastic individual to work in our Communities of Recovery Fife service. We are recruiting a new part-time position for a Prison Mentor Development Worker who will help bring positive change to the lives of individuals being liberated into the Fife area.

Phoenix Futures Scotland are developing new ways of linking SPS establishments with liberations to Fife and supporting prisoners pre and post liberation. You will provide a seamless service which links prisoners into services in the community and utilising the wider recovery partnership.

You will be motivated about working with this client group and have relevant experience working in this field. You will be responsible for delivering a range of recovery focussed interventions and developing strong partnerships and joint working.

Applicants should be highly organised and able to work on their own initiative as well as work effectively within a fast paced team.

Could you be part of something new and transformative? St Luke’s Scottish Episcopal Church, Glenrothes have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to be part of our community project known as Peace 'n' Jam.

In this role as Community Development Worker, you will take a lead in developing and supporting the establishment of a community café and social hub within our church.

There is already exciting work taking place, and we are looking for someone with energy and initiative who will focus on connecting people and community organisations in Auchmuty and the surrounding area.

Operating from the project’s base at St. Luke’s Church in Auchmuty, (or from home where practical and feasible), you will work independently as a key member of our project. You will undertake a variety of duties and have the opportunity to work on a flexible basis.

Applicants should be reliable with a positive and flexible approach to work.

This role requires a Basic disclosure

The appointment is initially offered for 12 months and is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. The post may be extended beyond this date subject to ongoing funding.

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 different to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

You will assist the ministry team of the newly united parish by working with community partners in the greater Templehall area to develop projects and programmes to tackle the significant social problems of the area and to show the relevance of the Church to the lives of the people in the community.

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 different to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

You will work as part of the ministry team in St. Margaret's in Glenrothes as it seeks to serve God in this varied and constantly changing parish and with an emphasis on work with children, young people and families.

Role

Children’s Panel Members are trained to take part in children’s hearings and make important decisions with and for infants, children and young people.

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic person to take on the volunteer role of Area Convener in Aberdeen City and in Fife. Area Conveners don’t sit on Children’s Panels, but instead manage the work of volunteers in their local area.

What will you be doing?

You’ll be leading a team of committed volunteers who make up the Area Support Team and developing new ways of working for your area. You’ll be working with local partners, communicating with Panel Members and leading on national improvements at the local level. You will also make sure that the views of young people are heard and acted upon within your area.

Who are we looking for?

You’ll be enthusiastic and committed to securing the rights of children and young people; able to lead and be part of teams; a strong communicator, listening as well as talking. You’ll also be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to and understanding of the ethos, values and principles of the children's hearings system.

Where should you be based?

We are looking for Area Conveners in Aberdeen City and in Fife.

Thanks to funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust with support from the European Social Investment Fund (ESIF), FEAT Trading CIC are recruiting for an Environment Coach to assist in the delivery of ‘Grow your Mind’ – a new 18-month project aimed at developing wellbeing of veterans with severe mental health conditions.

This specific role involves the delivery of group-based and individual employability and personal development interventions centred around woodland and environmental activities. The aim of the project is to move individuals closer towards sustainable self-management of their condition and demonstrate improved feelings of wellbeing.

The programme is being delivered in partnership with Veterans F1rst Point (V1P) and Fife Employment Access Trust (FEAT). The post is based at Silverburn Park, Leven, with an occasional requirement to work at other bases across Fife.

FEAT Trading CIC are the wholly-owned subsidiary of registered charity, FEAT, and are taking forward plans to regenerate Silverburn Park in Leven, having been selected as the preferred partner of Fife Council. Our vision is to develop Silverburn as a place of quiet enjoyment, supporting the health and wellbeing of the community, and respecting the habitat and biodiversity of the environment.

FEAT Trading CIC are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community including disabled applicants. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group, but, as members of ethnic minority groups are currently under-represented in our organisation we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

seescape is seeking new trustees to help the charity as we grow and develop

Based in in Kirkcaldy, Fife, seescape is a well-established charity working to improve the independence and quality of life of those who have sight impairment, their families and carers. seescape believes that it is important to raise awareness of the needs of sight impaired people by changing attitudes and breaking down the barriers that prevent people living with sight impairment being full and active members of society.

seescape provides a diverse range of activities and support to its beneficiaries. This is an exciting opportunity to get involved with the charity as it seeks to grow and develop.

The role may appeal to people with a background and skills in one or more of the following areas: eye health, business planning and development, fundraising, HR, IT, charity governance or marketing.

seescape would like to appoint trustees to complement the current board in its role as a governing body: setting strategy and ensuring exemplary governance and fiscal control. Ideally the candidate would be someone with an understanding of charities and the voluntary sector. Most importantly they will have some strategic expertise and understanding of good governance.

The charity is keen to bring additional skills to its board, however, seescape is keen to attract applicants from a diverse audience so other skills will also be welcomed.

Board meetings are held every 6 weeks and these are currently being held virtually by Zoom.

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:

• competitive hourly rates of £9.30 - £9.76 per hour;
• guaranteed rota hours working between 7.30am & 10pm
• generous annual leave entitlement;
• a choice of pension scheme with employer contributions;
• flexible working policies;
• access to extensive paid training and development opportunities; and
• a supportive and inclusive culture.

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.