Be part of something different!

Following a review of ministry requirements to complement traditional parish ministry, The Ministries Council of the Church of Scotland is pleased to be able to recruit for this role.

Main Purpose of post: To assist the Kirk Session and Ministry Team in the development and coordination of mission and evangelism to a large and diverse parish.

This role is varied and will allow you to use your gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of people in our parishes and communities.

Be part of something different!

Main Purpose of post: To assist the Kirk Session and Ministry Team in the development and coordination of mission and evangelism to a large and diverse parish.

Main Purpose of post: To assist the Kirk Session and Ministry Team in the development and coordination of mission and evangelism to a large and diverse parish.

As part of our future development we are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced, enthusiastic and self motivated individual to manage and develop the community led project.

The Project Manager will be responsible for the continued facilitation and development of this established project.

They will have responsibility for:-

Maintaining and building upon the strong partnership relationships with statutory and voluntary organisations.

Managing and developing a small team of volunteers

Monitoring and evaluation systems

Fundraising

Working with the Board of Directors and strategic planning & future direction of the organisation

Managing budget allocation, expenditure and projections

Applicants will have excellent communication skills and a sound understanding of financial management, service delivery, outcomes focussed monitoring and evaluation processes and submission of funding applications. The successful candidate will ideally have experience of successful project management and working in partnership with both the statutory and voluntary sector. Appointment will be subject to a successful Protection of Vulnerable Group Scheme disclosure.

The Brock is a charity and social enterprise that provides constructive therapeutic work activities and facilitated social integration for people with chronic mental health conditions. We focus on what people can do rather than what they can’t. We offer stimulating opportunities to socialise and learn new skills in horticulture, woodwork and a variety of crafts.

Our Vision:

A society where every individual with a mental health condition feels included, supported and valued.

The Brock’s Five Pillars;

• Psychological Wellbeing
• Individual Empowerment
• Shared Decision Making
• Social Integration
• Collaborative Working

We are seeking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic person who shares our vision and who has the necessary skills to help take the enterprise forward. You will be joining the Brock at an exciting time as we develop as a social enterprise and expand our areas of activity. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan which will provide other exciting opportunities in the near future.

Our service users need you to be kind-hearted, caring, helpful and have a sense of humour.

You will be a people person with excellent administrative skills, will be confident in facilitating weekly craft workshops, and will have the commercial acumen to develop new ideas, products and initiatives.

Under the direction of the operational manager, the successful applicant will take responsibility for the weekly craft workshops and for the day to day administration of the Brock’s operations, e.g. cash sales, invoicing, ordering, spreadsheet maintenance and bank account reconciliation. There is also significant opportunity for the post holder to work alongside the horticultural and woodworking facilitators to support the enterprise initiatives the project is delivering.

In return you will have an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of a young organisation; to use your imagination and creativity to influence the direction of the business and its impact on service users. Having the right mind-set, attitude and approach is as important to us as having the right experience and skills. If you feel that this could be you, we look forward to hearing from you!

The successful applicant for this post will be required to apply for membership of the PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) Scheme.

Our innovative service in West Lothian provides a range of interventions to individuals within the area who are affected by substance misuse and multiple complex issues that can exclude them from accessing the support package that they need.

Service provision includes assertive outreach to support individuals to access appropriate care packages. The team deliver interventions in a variety of locations including custody suites, prison, hospital and local communities

The successful candidates will have an excellent understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience of working within a related field. Also necessary is a commitment to multi-agency working, excellent communication skills and experience of working within an outcomes-focused approach

If you have any additional questions, please email: Mark.vance@cgl.org.uk or call the office on 01506 657992.

Do you want to work with an awards winning organisation?

Do you share Aspire values in respect of the rights of vulnerable people to live ordinary lives?

Are you caring, compassionate, enthusiastic and committed to supporting people in the community who may have additional support needs?

A full UK driving licence with access to a car is essential, as travel throughout the service area is an expectation of the post.

Salary is dependent on service and shift pattern.

Your role may include:

· Assisting with personal care;

· Working with individuals to participate in community based social activities of their choice; and/or

· Assisting people with clinical and health care needs.

Additional desirable qualities, qualifications and experience of the post holder include:

· Hardworking, flexible, motivated and driven to do the right thing by the people we support;

· SVQ 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care or a commitment to undertake a SVQ; and

· Registration with the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) or a commitment to become registered.

Employee benefits include:

· Excellent Learning and Development opportunities and strong Support & Leadership;

· Employee Discount Schemes and Referral Recruitment Bonus;

· Contributory Pension Scheme and 4 x Annual Salary Life Assurance benefit; and

· Employee Health Assured assistance programme.