Jobs in Inverness Central, Highland

We are looking for an experienced individual to fill an exciting role within our Business Services Team.

Cairn Housing Group requires a Business Improvement Officer to support and deliver continuous improvement across the Cairn group, focussing on performance reporting and delivery of projects aligned with the strategic priorities of the wider Group, the Business Improvement Strategy, and the Digital Transformation Strategy, as well as demonstrating the principles of continuous improvement in all tasks, promoting these principles through partnership working with colleagues across the Group, to embed these within the organisation.

Due to the nature of the role there are a few things we require of you, it is essential that you hold an academic qualification and / or relevant industry qualification (continuous improvement) or have significant experience (3 years) in a similar role.

Please download the job description for full details on the role.

A Basic Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

Please note, Cairn operate hybrid working for all office based staff.

*PAY AWARD PENDING*

Support Worker (various hours available up to 35 per week) *male only*

Hourly Rate: £10.58 (£10.02 induction rate)

Sleepover Hourly Rate £10.02

*PAY AWARD PENDING*

Relief Register (Bank) *male only*

Hourly Rate: £10.02

Sleepover Hourly Rate £10.02

Ref: SWR/INV/15481

Due to the ongoing growth and development of our personalised support services we currently have a number of exciting job opportunities in the Inverness area.

Working locally, join one of our teams delivering great quality individualised support where every day is different in this challenging but rewarding role.

Applicants must be prepared to work flexibly as part of the team to meet the needs of the people who use our service. Supports will include work in the evenings and weekends as well as sleepovers and waking nights when required. Holding a car driving licence would be desirable.

If you are caring, reliable, flexible and passionate about getting alongside people providing support to achieve the life they want then... you could be Key!

In turn, you will receive:

·31 days annual leave

·Occupational Sick Pay

·Excellent Training

·Support to achieve a SVQ 2 qualification

·Access to Employee Counselling Service

No experience necessary! Full training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.

We would encourage you to submit your application as the earliest convenience as we may be able to offer interview at an earlier date to shortlisted candidates. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to find out more do not hesitate to get in touch!

We are looking for an experienced individual to fill an exciting role within our Housing Services Team.

Cairn Housing Group require a Housing Officer (Tenancy) to provide comprehensive housing and tenancy management services within a defined geographical area, including the management of rent and service charge payments and arrears; voids and lets; tenancy management; including nuisance and anti-social behaviour.

With a customer focussed attitude you will ensure that our customers experience is positive. A strong performance culture is key to the services that we deliver, you will be expected to deliver excellent performance results.

Due to the nature of the role there are a few things we require of you, you should be educated to HND level or other relevant professional qualification, have significant experience in a similar role delivering a customer focussed service and have knowledge of the social housing sector. Must have access to transport or be able to travel between locations.

You should also be computer literate –use of Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel and internal systems are regularly required.

A Basic Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

Please note, Cairn operate hybrid working for all office based staff.

Mikeysline is a Highland based grass roots mental health and suicide prevention charity, operating in Highland and Moray. We provide text-based support, 1:1 face to face support, work with schools and groups and raise awareness to breakdown the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide.

The Fundraising Manager is a new and key role for Mikeysline, helping us to raise vital funds for our charity to support our ongoing development and expansion of services in Highland and Moray.

This post offers an excellent opportunity for someone who has a commitment to Mikeysline’s cause and an interest in general in mental health and suicide prevention.

You in turn will excel in communications, leadership and networking skills. You will have previous media and events management experience as well as the ability to build and maintain relationships. You will have creativity, imagination and an entrepreneurial attitude towards fundraising. You will have previous experience of working with or within the third sector.

Please see our job description for further details.

We are looking for an experienced individual to fill an exciting role within our Business Services Team.

This post will give the successful candidate the exciting opportunity to help shape the future of Cairn Housing Association. Working with our recently appointed Customer Experience Manager and ICT and Digital Transformation Manager, this postholder will help deliver our change programme which is focussed on improving services to customers and our digital offering.

The postholder should have a background in business planning, performance management and have a strong knowledge of service improvement techniques such as customer journey mapping. The business support manager will also lead our Communications and Engagement team which will be key to ensuring our projects are delivered successfully.

For further information please see the job description or contact Morag Boyter Director of Business Services

A Basic Disclosure Scotland check is required for this post.

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 £10.50 - £10.88 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
• 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.