- Advertised from 12th May 2023
Role
Scottish Veterans’ Residences (SVR), Scotland’s oldest military charity, has an array of resources at its disposal to support former Armed Forces and Merchant Navy personnel, who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or who otherwise need housing support. We seek to maximise their independence and provide support to move on to appropriate, permanent accommodation wherever possible. Veterans have their own fully furnished en-suite room and access to all the facilities and support on site. Our facilities include a modern dining room providing all our residents with meals, as well as a gym, community library & and laundry services.
We are seeking a Support Supervisor to join the Team in our Whitefoord House Residence. Located at the foot of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Whitefoord House offers a dynamic housing support service to assist our Veterans to return to independent living where appropriate. This is a pivotal role in delivering our service and as such, represent a fantastic career opportunity for the successful candidate.
About You
Motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic, you will assist management in the day-to-day provision of the housing support service to residents. This includes proactively managing and mentoring a team of support staff, ensuring own and supervised staff compliance with the standards set by the relevant regulatory and statutory bodies including Care Inspectorate and Scottish Social Services Council.
With previous experience leading teams in a social care environment working. Ideally you will also have an understanding of the supported housing sector and be able to demonstrate a track record of contributing to high quality services. You are reliable, consistent, focused, and flexible in both your outlook and approach.
This post is required to Participate in on call arrangements for out of office hours support to staff.
In return, we offer an excellent remuneration package within the range £31,295 - £35,744 per annum dependent on experience, plus additional benefits, and pension, with 30 days annual holiday.
For an information chat about the opportunity contact Kirsty Smeaton-Brown kirsty@svronline.org
Application notes
An application pack is available for download below.
If you are interested in joining our friendly and professional Team, please read the Job Description and submit your application to: kirsty@svronline.org
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We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
The support we provide is always person-centred, trauma-informed and wellbeing focused. As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.
Our service at Port Seton supports 7 people aged 25 plus. Lewis Keddie, Service Manager at Port Seton & NHS will be more than happy to hear from you, if you have any questions about the role. You can contact Lewis at: E: LKeddie@bluetriangle.org.uk T: 01875 815 035 M: 0790 899 3290
We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
The support we provide is always person-centred, trauma-informed and wellbeing focused. As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.
Our Holland Street service focuses on emergency accommodation for users aged 18-35. This role is temporary for 6 months. If you wish to find out more about this role, Anne Rodwell, Acting Service Manager will be more than happy to hear from you. You can contact Anne at: E: ARodwell@bluetriangle.org.uk T: 0141 332 9956
We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
The support we provide is always person-centred, trauma-informed and wellbeing focused. As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.
Our service at Paisley supports 13 people of any age. This role is temporary until 31st March 2024. Anne Fraser, Service Manager at Paisley will be more than happy to hear from you, if you have any questions about the role. You can contact Anne at: E: anne.fraser@bluetriangle.org.uk T: 07908993263
Support Worker (Nightshift) - Holland St
- Part time
- £22,476 pro-rata
- Holland Street, Glasgow
- Closing 21st June 2023
We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
The support we provide is always person-centred, trauma-informed and wellbeing focused. As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.
Our Holland Street service focuses on emergency accommodation for users aged 18-35. If you wish to find out more about this role, Anne Rodwell, Acting Service Manager will be more than happy to hear from you, if you have any questions about the role. You can contact Anne at: E: ARodwell@bluetriangle.org.uk T: 0141 332 9956
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