An opportunity has arisen for an Outreach Worker based in the Inverness area and covering the Highland region.

The outreach worker will provide a person-centred, innovative service to veterans with a vision impairment. The staff work with members of Scottish War Blinded to identify and support their individual needs and so increase and maintain their independence and enhance their quality of life. The post will involve considerable travel in order to visit our members in their own homes.

Applicants should be qualified to SVQ level 3 or above in health, social care, community work or rehabilitation in vision impairment. They will have excellent communication skills, have at least one year’s recent experience of working with older people, adults with a vision impairment, those with other disabilities, or service veterans in the community, and be committed to empowering people with a vision impairment to have choice and control over their lives.

The post is subject to PVG Scheme Record/Update, paid by Scottish War Blinded.

Who are Thera Group?

Thera Group are a charity that support people with a learning disability. We want to demonstrate that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society but we can't do this without you! We need a Community Support Leader in the Inverness area to make our vision a reality.

What does a Community Support Leader do?

The role of a Community Support Leader will be responsible for managing a number of teams providing support care to people with learning disability.

The Community Support Leader will ensure compliance with Care Inspectorate and other regulatory bodies. They will manage a team, ensure best practice and coach the team to do the same. This role is key to ensuring our service meets the needs of our supports and our organisational vision.

What experience do I need?

To be a Community Support Leader you will need to have previous experience in the supported living industry as well as knowledge of Care Inspectorate.

You'll need great communication skills and be able manage a team. You'll be computer literate, be able to manage budgets, show initiative and be comfortable when it comes to problem solving.

What are the Benefits?

• 25 days holiday + 9 days bank holiday
• Contributory pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Support in gaining professional qualifications
• Continuous on the job training is provided

Who are Thera Group?

Thera Group are a charity that support people with a learning disability in the community. We want to demonstrate that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society but we can't do this without you! We need Support Workers in the Invergordon area to make our vision a reality.

What does a Support Worker do?

The role of a Support Worker is to ensure the people we work with are safe, happy and lead fulfilling lives.

Supporting someone with a learning disability isn't just personal care; it's so much more. A Support Worker could be taking the people supported swimming, assisting with the weekly shop, or even helping to administer the right medication.

If you would like to know more details about the role please click the job description below.

What experience do I need?

You don't need to have worked in supported living before to be a good Support Worker. If you are caring, kind and want to work in a job that is genuinely rewarding, this is for you.

You'll need to have great communication skills and be comfortable making decisions. A basic level of English and Math is also required.

What are the Benefits?

• 20 days holiday + 9 days bank holiday
• Contributory pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Support in gaining professional qualifications
• Continuous on the job training is provided