Would you like to make a difference? Ever wanted to use your talents and expertise to enhance and improve the lives of people who have experienced sexual violence? We wish to continue to build a strong and competent group of Trustees with the passion to keep this essential specialist sexual violence service available in the Scottish Borders.

Join us if you want to be part of a worthwhile Board.

We are the only dedicated, specialist service in the Scottish Borders providing support to survivors who have experienced any form of sexual violence. Our services offer experienced and beneficial support services to self-identifying women aged 18+ and to young people of any gender/gender identity aged between 12 and 18.

What you bring: commitment, experience, passion, drive and enthusiasm.

The role: support the organisation to meet its legal, financial and ethical obligations whilst providing an outstanding service to the people of the Scottish Borders.

The Board currently meets eight times per year, this includes four development meetings.

You should be able to commit to attending meetings and responding to communication as required.

We particularly welcome applicants who can demonstrate experience in one or more of the following areas;

· Marketing, Communications & Social Media

· Finance/Accounting

· HR or legal knowledge

· Events/fundraising

· Community engagement

· Experience of having worked in the voluntary sector

Only women need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010

Do you want to become a Trainee Addiction Worker?

Applications are invited from people living in the Scottish Borders Local Authority Area ONLY: (Subject to funding).

“This has been my most special and rewarding year to date and I am grateful to Scottish Drugs Forum for not only giving me the opportunity but being a solid and constant support through it all” – Former Trainee.

We’re looking for people with a history of drug or alcohol problems to take part in a supported Employment programme that will help you take the first steps towards in securing a paid job within the social care field and the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Our life-changing Addiction Worker Training Project will support, train, and prepare you to gain a qualification in Social Services and Health Care – whilst paying you for taking part.

As a Trainee Addiction Worker on the programme, you will learn about the addiction field and how to support people who are currently experiencing issues with their substance use. You will then be able to take this knowledge and put this into practice during a placement within Social Care services.

Alongside learning, you will also meet a tight-knit group of peers and future friends who will be on the programme with you, sharing every step together.

We offer £8.91 per hour before deductions with a fixed term contract of 30 hours per week for 39 weeks. Trainees will undertake work placements in social care agencies and will study towards an SVQ 2 in Social Services and Health Care. At SDF, we believe your experience of drug or alcohol problems is a strength, as it can help you understand some of the issues that someone who is accessing services may face.

Don’t know how to use a computer? – No problem. We will help you learn how to use a computer and provide you with a laptop so you can get the most out of the programme.

“The SVQ class was amazing. Really, really good. The tutor was really good as well. In addition, it was arranged that I got ‘dyslexia support’. Getting the extra support has made me a lot more confident. I still have work to do and hope to continue this after the course.” = Former Trainee

If you are interested in developing a career in the drug and alcohol field, and you are either two years drug free (two year free of substitute prescribing) or 2 years free of problematic alcohol use by 30th June 2021, we’d like to hear from you.

The Bridge is a membership based community development organisation and is also a partner in the Borders Third Sector Interface. We are at the heart of the community, providing capacity building support and practical help to a wide range of voluntary and community organisations in the area.

The role of the Development Worker is to deliver a capacity building development support service to new and existing Third Sector organisations. An understanding of the Third Sector and the environment in which it operates are the main skills we are seeking for this post, combined with experience of relevant local voluntary and/or community activities.

We are recruiting two Family Group Decision Making Coordinators to join a new team in the Scottish Borders. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of test of change pilot to develop a rights-based approach to working with families and communities. Children 1st are trauma informed and strengths based in our approach to working with children and families.

Although this is a small service, you will be working alongside a wider Children 1st team, our colleagues in Children and Families Social Work and other multi-agency partners. You will have the opportunity to shape and develop a new service and a new way of working within the Scottish Borders.

The post holders will engage with children and families to ensure their voices are at the heart of planning and decision making in matters that affect them. We are therefore looking to recruit dynamic, experienced individuals who can drive the successful development and growth of this new and innovative partnership.

Children 1st along with partners share a determination to act upon the recommendations from The Independent Care Review and deliver The Promise to children and young people. We are also determined that the full incorporation of the UNCRC means that children will have their rights respected in all areas of their lives and will have a real say in the way they are supported. If you share this determination, we would love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in rights-based approaches and has a passion for family empowerment.

There are two fixed term posts, a full-time role of 35 hours per week and a part time role of 24 hours per week, funded until 31 July 2022.

Support Workers:£9.50 per hour F/T, P/T and Bank/Casual.

Advanced Support Workers:£11.29 per hour- F/T, P/T and Bank/Casual

Locations:Aberchirder, Aberdeen, Alloa, Alva, Banff, Bridge of Earn, Buckie, Denny, Dumfries, Duns, Edinburgh, Fairlie, Falkirk, Fochabers, Fraserburgh, Fraserburgh, Glasgow, Huntly, Inverness, Invergordon, Jedburgh, Langholm, New Deer, Perth, Peterhead, Pitlochry,Portlethen, Portsoy, Thurso, Tullibody, Westhill, West Lothian and Wick.

As a Support Worker with Community Integrated Care you will experience an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling role.

Our Support Workers empower people with support needs to live the lives they want to lead.

We’re looking for candidates who are kind, dedicated and have a passion for people.

As a Support Worker, you will support people who have learning disabilities, autism, mental health concerns or dementia with their daily routines.

Prior experience of working in care isn’t always necessary. If you have other skills and experiences that you can bring to this role, we will give you all the support that you need.

You will use the best of your personality and skills every day. From supporting people to enjoy their favourite activities to enabling people to live independently, you will make a real difference.

Are you a Support Worker that is looking to progress in your career? Would you like to gain qualifications, enjoy specialist training, have more responsibility and earn more money? We also recruit for Advanced Support Workers within some complex care services.

You will be joining an award-winning charity. This is an exciting role, where you can change lives for the better and enjoy brilliant experiences.

We’re passionate about developing our own people and this role can lead to other exciting opportunities.

We also offer:

• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holiday)
• Pension
• Discount and reward scheme
• Employee assistance programmes
• Flexible working opportunities
• Your PVG will be paid for

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.

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 £9.76 - £10.25 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.