Do you want to join a committed and supporting team in raising awareness and changing things for the better for everyone with Down’s syndrome right across Scotland?

We are looking for an individual to run FriendZ Space, our popular, online programme for adults with Down’s syndrome, The ideal candidate would have experience in planning sessions, facilitating groups (in person and online) for young people and adults with learning disabilities.

We are looking for a family worker to deliver sessions, clubs and activities for our children, and families. The delivery will be varied and will always be driven by the needs of the community.

You will also be responsible for working on trips and holiday programs.

There will also be the remit of devising and implementing new projects and clubs as guided by funding requirements and service user’s needs.

You will work in partnership with local organisations and schools and build up strong positive community links.

The Base is a place based project your will be expected to work alongside and supporting local volunteers.

You will work to enhance the lives of local children by ensuring activities are provided to develop their mental, emotional, physical and social well-being needs.

You will also be committed to ongoing personal development and undertake training or other professional development activities as required.

All other reasonable duties will be required to be undertaken as and when required and agreed with the Project Manager.

About Us:

St. Vincent's Hospice is a leading charitable organisation dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life and palliative care across Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire. We are on a mission to ensure that everyone in our community has access to quality care during their most challenging times.

Role Overview:

Working closely with the Director of Income Generation, this role is responsible for Trusts and Foundation applications, cultivating relationships with funders and maximising on the funding needs of the Hospice. You will work with key audiences and a wide range of stakeholders to embed an effective income stream.

Key Responsibilities:

• Successfully grow our portfolio of Trusts and Foundations, by developing the Trusts pipeline through identifying and profiling prospects, plans for approach, cultivation, and solicitation of prospects.

• Research and identify new funding opportunities, as well as approaching lapsed funders, identifying the funders’ motives and requirements.

• Write compelling and professionally presented funding applications, each tailored for its audience and making the case for supporting the Hospice in the most persuasive terms whilst addressing funders’ priorities and deadlines.

• Collaboratively work with internal stakeholders to maintain a broad and detailed knowledge of our funding needs, identify fundraising opportunities, gather information and develop projects needed for applications, tenders and reports.

• Report to the Director of Fundraising and Supporter Relations with regular verbal and written reports on key developments.

Qualifications:

• Min HNC in relevant subject (or equivalent by experience).

• Excellent knowledge of fundraising and, in particular, of Trusts and Foundations.

• Good IT skills including demonstrable working knowledge of the Microsoft Office packages including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to use main social media platforms.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Good level of numeracy.

• Excellent negotiating skills.

Working Hours:

This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £28,000-£30,000 per annum.

Do you have relevant experience of working with children and young people with a disability/and or autism or relevant experience in a similar sector or work environment?

About Aberlour Options Fife - Respite and Outreach

Options Fife Respite and Outreach provides a range of flexible support through outreach and overnight short breaks at weekends, evenings and school holidays to children and young people with complex learning disabilities and autism. We offer a high-quality child centred service providing positive and enabling experiences for the young people, supporting them through the challenges and complexities that enable them to work towards their individual outcomes and personal goals. We work closely with families and other professionals in providing support tailored around the child’s plan.

What we are looking for....

We are looking to recruit two Young People’s Worker Nights, working four nights on (10 hours per night) every second week. You will play a fundamental role in ensuring that the young people you work with have the best possible experience in working towards their objectives in line with their care plan, supporting children to progress within their individual outcomes. Whilst not without its challenges and demands, this is a highly rewarding role, where the work we do has a demonstrable impact on each young person's progress. Using a person-centred approach, you will provide enabling support ensuring the highest level of physical, personal, and emotional care. We support young people who have epilepsy, need personal care and need gastrostomy feeding. Aberlour, in conjunction with NHS, provides all staff with training.

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for working with young people with disabilities. It is desired but not essential that candidates hold a relevant qualification at an SCQF level 7 or above. Due to SSSC requirements you may be required to gain qualifications after starting with Aberlour.

At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team.

What we offer...

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity on our website.