Jobs in Lochgelly, Cardenden and Benarty, Fife

Supporting the personal development of young people aged 11-25 gain STEM & teamworking skills and experience in motorsport

Formula 24 Fife, a registered charity, supports the personal development of young people aged 11-25 from communities in Fife gain STEM and teamworking skills and experience in motorsport. f24fife.org

We are currently recruiting a part time Youth Support Worker on a fixed-term contract for 12 months, based in Fife.

This is a new and critical role to support the ongoing growth of F24F. The role offers an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced support worker seeking a rewarding role supporting young people. The role may include occasional travel across Scotland and the UK.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversight, organisation, planning and delivery of a range of activity and learning sessions

• Oversight of the planning and recruitment of new members aged 11-25

• Supporting all members, teams and crews and facilitating their development

• Oversight of our team of volunteers and mentors

• Integration and implementation of the Industrial Cadet and AQA Unit Award Schemes

• Supporting (and supervise younger) members at STEM learning journeys and competition events

• Organisation of educational STEM learning journeys throughout the UK and potentially abroad

• Supporting the creation of new teams and recruitment and appointment of additional volunteers

• Further development and implementation of processes and procedures

1x Full time Transition Worker

1x Full time Transition Worker to cover maternity leave – funded by Big Lottery

Due to substantial additional funding from the Health and Social Care Partnership we are excited to advertise for people to join our dedicated team supporting young carers and young adult carers across Fife.

We are looking for creative and energetic individuals, with experience of working with vulnerable children and young people in a variety of settings. The successful candidates will have great communication and organisational skills and be able to work sensitively with children and young people of all ages. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment and review of the support needs of children and young people.

The post-holder will be responsible for providing holistic support for young adult carers aged between 16 and 24.

Reporting directly to a Team Leader, the post-holder will be part of a small team of staff and volunteers, all of whom are expected to contribute to the design and delivery of services to young carers and development of the organisation.

Please see the job description for more details.

Own transport is essential. Hours are worked flexibly but you should expect to work some evenings and weekends on a regular basis.

The positions are subject to an enhanced disclosure check.

Due to substantial additional funding from the Health and Social Care Partnership we are excited to advertise for people to join our dedicated team supporting young carers and young adult carers across Fife.

We are looking for creative and energetic individuals, with experience of working with vulnerable children and young people in a variety of settings. The successful candidates will have great communication and organisational skills and be able to work sensitively with children and young people of all ages. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment and review of the support needs of children and young people.

The post-holder will be responsible for assisting in the identification and support of young carers in schools. The main duties will include the planning and delivery of awareness raising sessions for both pupils and school staff as well as the development of relevant support networks in school. To achieve this the post-holder will be required to form links between Fife Education Directorate and Fife Young Carers.

Reporting directly to a Team Leader, the post-holder will be part of a small team of staff and volunteers, all of whom are expected to contribute to the design and delivery of services to young carers and development of the organisation.

Please see the job description for more details.

Own transport is essential. Hours are worked flexibly but you should expect to work some evenings and weekends on a regular basis.

The positions are subject to an enhanced disclosure check.

Due to substantial additional funding from the Health and Social Care Partnership we are excited to advertise for people to join our dedicated team supporting young carers and young adult carers across Fife.

We are looking for creative and energetic individuals, with experience of working with vulnerable children and young people in a variety of settings. The successful candidates will have great communication and organisational skills and be able to work sensitively with children and young people of all ages. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment and review of the support needs of children and young people.

The post-holder will be responsible for supporting a team providing holistic support to young carers across Fife. Alongside their line management responsibilities the post-holder will support their team in the delivery of service provision as required.

Reporting directly to Fife Young Carers’ Manager, the post-holder will be part of a team of staff and volunteers, all of whom are expected to contribute to the design and delivery of services to young carers and to the development of the organisation.

Please see the job description for more details.

Own transport is essential. Hours are worked flexibly but you should expect to work some evenings and weekends on a regular basis.

The positions are subject to an enhanced disclosure check.

Due to an internal promotion, we have an opportunity for 2 Young Carer’s Support Workers to join our small dedicated team, working with children and young people who have caring responsibilities in Fife.

We are looking for creative and energetic individuals, with experience of working with vulnerable children and young people in a variety of settings. The successful candidates will have great communication and organisational skills and be able to work sensitively with children and young people of all ages. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment and review of the support needs of children and young people, and ongoing support including the provision of groups and one to one support in Fife. Own transport is essential. Hours are worked flexibly but you should expect to work some evenings and weekends on a regular basis.

The positions are subject to an enhanced disclosure check.

Ark is a major provider of Housing, Care and Support to people with long term and enduring conditions such as learning disabilities, mental health issues, dementia and autism. Our aim is to ensure that those who use our services get the very best out of Ark to enable them to live as independently as possible and lead a happy life.

Ark is looking for dedicated and caring individuals who are committed to making a difference in our supported people’s lives. Your role will be to provide practical, emotional and social support. Ark offers a detailed induction and training programme designed to ensure you have all the skills you need for the job. First and foremost you will align with Ark’s values – Trust, Respect, Understanding, Equality and Integrity.

Your main duties will be but not limited to:

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable service users.

• Communicate and work well with individuals to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.

• Carry out tasks in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.

• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

• Full and comprehensive training programme, e-Learning and a dedicated SVQ team who will support you to achieve an industry specific, accredited qualification.

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata

• 4% Contributory pension scheme

• Employee recognition schemes

• Opportunities for career progression

• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7

• Refer a Friend Scheme

• Sodexo Employee Benefits

This is an exciting role and comes at a time where Ark have undertaken a major piece of work where we have reviewed and developed our Business Plan for the next 5 years and beyond. This business plan will see Ark reshape as a modern, future-focused organisation that builds on our technological and digital capability that aims to positively impact on the lives of its tenants, supported people and staff.