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- Advertised from 24th November 2022
Role
Together we can shape a better future for vulnerable children and adults.
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to join VSA, a leading social care charity with over 150 years of experience, at the forefront of providing vital care and support to vulnerable children and adults living across Aberdeen and beyond.
The Organisation
With a £20M+ turnover, employing some 650 staff across 25 services, in the last year we supported over 11,000 people through some of the most challenging times they have ever experienced, and we help them take control of their lives for a brighter and better future.
Every day we change lives by supporting a person’s physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being through a wide range of health and social care services, such as residential services and community outreach programmes.
We support vulnerable children and adults who are living with:
- Mental health diagnosis
- Loneliness and isolation
- Living with life-long conditions such as dementia and Parkinson’s
- Learning disabilities
- Complex additional learning and additional support needs
- People who are in recovery from addiction
- Living in extreme poverty (including fuel poverty)
For more information about the work we do to change and improve the lives of children and adults you can visit our website at vsa.org.uk
The Job
Working with the Board of trustees, the CEO is responsible for leading the organisation in the effective development and implementation of strategy closely aligned to our core values and objectives, which will support the delivery of creative solutions that meet the changing needs of our community.
Through effective engagement in the political and socio-economic agenda relating to the future of Health and Social Care, the CEO will ensure that VSA’s interests are represented and that we are at the forefront of influencing the future direction of our sector. Continually horizon scanning and ensuring the organisation’s resilience in a changing environment and ensuring our long-term financial stability and sustainability.
The Person
You will be able to demonstrate experience gained at a senior level of strategic leadership within a multi-functional organisation across multiple fields. Through your career you will have developed the ability to build effective partnerships and to demonstrate influencing capabilities through effective networking and engagement of key stakeholders. Evidence of leading the design and delivery of high qualify, financially effective services for the benefit of service users will be key, as will the ability to effectively lead and implement change.
You will be able to demonstrate the ability to pursue goals and objectives with enthusiasm, as well as the ability to instil the same attitude and passion in others. Emotional awareness and the capacity for self-reflection will be essential.
Application notes
Applications should consist of a covering letter explaining motivation, suitability and qualifications for the position, along with an up to date CV.
Applications should be submitted to CEO.Recruitment@vsa.org.uk
Finance Officer
- Full time
- £31,153
- Hybrid remote or office based in Prestonpans (Hybrid)
- Closing 28th April 2024
About the role
ELCAP is a Scottish charity which provides care and support for individuals who live with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and mental health problems.
A vacancy has created a rare opportunity to join our back-office team at an exciting time in our organisation’s development. Reporting to our Business Manager, our Finance Officer will provide a payroll service to 300 staff and be responsible for ensuring invoices are raised and payments made on time.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working in fast paced environment and has excellent attention to detail.
As we embrace a period of change with a new internal system we are delighted to welcome a new colleague to join us.
Job context
The purpose of the post is to work as part of a team to support the effective and efficient management of ELCAP finances.
The post has four areas of responsibility:
- Providing accounts and finance services.
- Providing payroll services.
- Supporting the management of the charity’s human resources.
- Recording and Reporting
This is a permanent post of 35 hours per week operating Monday to Friday.
Essential
- Demonstrated experience in a finance administrative role
- Relevant qualification on finance / book keeping / accounts
- Experience in payroll or willing to undertake training
- Experience in invoicing and purchase ledger
Skills
- Very good interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate well to people from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
- Very good communication skills, in verbal and written forms.
- Ability to work well within a team and work on your own initiative
- Competence in recording and reporting and analysis of data
- Excellent IT skills across the main Microsoft products, ideally with Sage accounts and Sage payroll
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work well under pressure in order to meet internal and external deadlines
- Ability to consistently demonstrate the highest levels of personal and professional integrity and accountability, including consistent attention to detail.
- Ability to be resourceful and solutions focused with enthusiasm and a positive outlook.
Experience
- Experience of working in a busy and varied finance post.
- Book keeping experience
- Experience in payroll
- Experience in Purchase ledger, invoicing and reconciliation
- Experience of online business banking platforms
- Experience in data inputting, retention and maintaining database information
- Experienced / willing to keep abreast of legal frameworks that impact on our finance department
Key relationships
- ELCAP Executive Board and Committees
- Chief Executive
- Business Manager
- Registered Manager
- Operational Leads
- Development Workers
- Support Practitioners
- Individuals who receive support
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme
The post requires a degree of contact with children and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be required to join the Protecting of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. The PVG Scheme is managed and delivered by Disclosure Scotland.
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
Business Development Manager
- Full time
- £47,000
- Home or office based with occasional travel (Hybrid)
- Closing 3rd May 2024
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland (TRFS) is Scotland’s largest third sector provider of high-quality care and support services. As the Business Development Manager, you will have an integral role focused on expanding our reach and the positive impact that we bring to people’s lives.
We are seeking to appoint a Business Development Manager who shares our values and who will contribute to the overall development and strategic growth of the organisation as a member of the Development Team. It is important to have a working knowledge of the social care and health landscape (including commissioning and funding practices) and direct experience of success in a business development focused role.
You will also lead important organisational initiatives, and will bring the creativity and strategic focus required to develop and grow key programmes and projects.
Excellent communication, analysis, influencing and partnership working are amongst the core attributes that are vital for this post. If you have these, and the other essential skills and experiences detailed in the full Job Description, then we look forward to receiving your application for this exciting and important role!
For an informal and confidential discussion about this role please contact Stephen Plunkett (TRFS Head of Development) at splunkett@trfs.org.uk who will respond during the week beginning 15th April.
Support and deputise for the Manager in their absence to deliver quality, person-centred day support services which meet the needs of service users and their carers.
Provide day to day leadership and supervision to the Support Workers to deliver an outcomes focused service.
Assist the Manager and Board of Trustees to develop the service.
The Preshal Trust is a fast-growing charity based in Govan that has been making a difference to the lives of vulnerable people within the local area for over 22 years. The Trust requires 2 Support Workers with skills and experience to provide support and deliver diversionary activities to vulnerable adults. One Support Worker will be focused on building up contact with our male clients and running activities suitable for that group and aimed at fulfilling their needs. We are currently looking for energetic and passionate individuals to fill these positions.
The role:
As part of a team provide a series of activities that will target vulnerable adults encouraging them to engage in fun activities linked to supportive learning and developmental programmes.
Skills & Experience required:
- Commitment to uphold the values and ethos of The Preshal Trust
- A record of good working practice with adults and families in a relevant setting
- An ability to inspire and develop individuals to maximise their potential
- The ability to thrive in a busy environment
For more information about the Preshal Trust please see our website at preshaltrust.org.uk
To book an informal chat please phone 0141-445-3689 and ask for Alan Nicholson, the Chief Executive Officer or email AlanN@preshaltrust.org.uk
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