Capability Scotland works with people with complex and diverse needs, delivering exemplary personalised care, support and education to meet the individual needs of our customers. Our open culture promotes equality and respects difference and we want our Board of Trustees to reflect this.

Would you like to contribute to the work of Capability Scotland? We are looking to appoint new Trustees to complement the skills of our existing Board, to drive change and help us shape and communicate our strategic direction, giving clarity to our purpose, aims and objectives.

We are looking for a diverse range of people who may have an interest in helping us prepare for future challenges and demands. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in Financial Modelling, IT/Assistive Technologies, Health & Social Care, Audit, and Property Management. In addition, we would love to see applications from people with lived experience of disability.

Our Board’s responsibility is to ensure the highest standards of governance and provide oversight, scrutiny and support of the management of the organisation. The Board of Trustees sets the strategic direction, taking into account legislation and policy guidance set by OSCR, the Care Inspectorate, Education Scotland and other regulatory bodies. Each member of our Board brings a wealth of experience and wide-ranging skills along with a passionate interest in social care for disabled people.

Our customers and learners are at the heart of everything we do and there may be the opportunity to become more involved across the many aspects of the organisation, helping to empower our people to have a voice, realise their ambitions and achieve their full potential. We continue to develop innovative, high quality solutions to address gaps in care and support provision.

This is a non-remunerated position, however, travel and subsistence expenses are available in accordance with our Expenses Policy.

The Organisation

PLUS has worked with children and young people with disabilities and their families for over thirty years and continues to grow and develop. PLUS provides individualised support and opportunities for service users to get out and have fun with people of their own age. This also gives parents and carers some time for themselves. It is a registered Charity, Company Limited by Guarantee and is registered with the Care Inspectorate. Further information about PLUS is available on our website - plusforthvalley.org.uk or by visiting our Facebook page at PLUS88.

The Vacancy

Following a change in funding and a colleague moving to a new opportunity, we are looking to recruit a 2 year fixed term Project Coordinator position, which will be leading with our 1:1 support service. This service supports children and adults across the wider Forth Valley area, in a combination of home and community based support, on a 1:1 basis, but also bringing small groups together to support some shared outcomes.

This post is one of six Project Coordinators (part time and full time) within the charity, which allows for opportunities for peer support and development. These positions are guided by 2 Managers, with support from the Operations Manager and CEO. As a close-knit team, we encourage independence within roles and opportunities for staff to make their mark – whilst providing support and guidance along the way.

Like many organisations, we have adopted a hybrid approach to our work, however we would be looking for this post to be office based for a minimum of 3 days per week. It has been our experience that relationships are much stronger when our team, young people and families are able to meet in person and we wish to continue to promote the strengthening of our team, particularly when welcoming a new member of staff.

Priorities

This post offers an exciting opportunity to develop and lead a project, primarily providing support to children, young people and adults in Stirling. The role will focus on providing a high level of consistency for the children and families accessing support. Small teams of staff will support individual packages of care with effective communication being critical in ensuring the young person, their family and their team of staff are all in alignment.

Services will be designed in a bespoke manner, combining 1:1 and group support, in the home and wider community to enrich the lives of the people we support. Maintaining current friendships and developing new friendships is key for so many young people. Now we have moved away from most covid restrictions, we are keen to see progression here in terms of opportunities offered, reengaging with clubs and groups that the young people previously attended.

Outcome development and progression will be essential to support ongoing success and value of the events, including the young people and their families in the planning and evaluation phases. This will include working alongside peers within the office to ensure we can maximise opportunities available.

This role would suit a creative, flexible and self-motivated individual who can see how all the smaller parts join to make the bigger picture. A natural problem solver who is a fast learner and a skilled communicator will flourish in this role. Working as part of a small but committed, enthusiastic team, there are regular opportunities to be able to influence and develop the ongoing quality assurance and strategic development of the organisation.

*Please note there may be a chance that the funding for this post is extended beyond the fixed term period.

The Post

A job description and a person specification are attached.

This position will be for 28-35 hours per week and may include some evening and weekend work, for example staff meetings, training or recruitment. Out of office hours will always be planned with notice. This position will be fixed term for 2 years from the start of the contract, with the potential for extension.

The post holder will lead with the implementation of the 1:1 project, ensuring that staff have the relevant training and knowledge to support the young people they are matched with. Regularly liaising with staff and families will ensure smooth communication and supporting staff to focus on improving the outcomes for young people in a person centred way will lead to success.

The post holder will have supervision responsibilities in relation to the sessional staff involved with the project, supporting their recruitment and liaising with colleagues regarding training and development.

Full time staff (35 hours per week) are entitled to a total of 34 days annual leave including all public holidays (rising to 39 after 5 years). This would be available on a pro rata basis. There is a pension scheme (NEST) which offers an employer’s contribution of 3% of salary. On call also results in additional daily payments for staff.

The appointment is subject to a probationary period with a review at 3 and 6 months.

Neighbourhood Networks is a registered Scottish Charity with 20 year’s experience of facilitating peer support networks with vulnerable adults across the Central Belt of Scotland.

Neighbourhood Networks encourages people to think about how they might come together to help each other. We work with people who may be isolated or at risk of isolation within their communities. This may be as a result of a learning disability, poor mental health, a physical disability, sensory impairment or as a result of a variety of other circumstances.

In response to organisational growth we currently have a vacancy for a Network Manager who will work across North Ayrshire. The role involves the day to day management of up to 6 networks ensuring Community Living Workers provide a high standard of service to network members.

We are looking for a flexible, energetic and resilient person who is committed to the vision, mission and values of the organisation. The post holder will display a can do attitude and be passionate about supporting members of the networks to achieve outcomes and their full potential with a focus on peer support and developing connections in the local communities where the network is based.

Full Induction and some training will be provided.

Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living is run by disabled people and aims to empower disabled people in Glasgow by providing a variety of housing, employment, training and inclusive living support services.

Working as part of the management team you will be responsible for GCIL’s Support Services and Take Control offices and engaging with our Support staff across our various offices. Our teams provide information, advice and assistance to disabled people (and their supporters) who use self-directed support (SDS) funding. They include SDS support services provided under contract to local authorities, specific ancillary services (eg to provide emergency back-up and to promote digital inclusion), a variety of development activities, and SDS related training. The Support Services Director is responsible for ensuring that GCIL’s support services are developed in line with GCIL’s strategic aims, that they are sustainably funded, and that they provide high quality, efficient and effective services to those who use them.

Following an initial office-based induction there may be the opportunity to work from home.

This post will require PVG scheme membership.

Salary:

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 days after 5 years

• 12½ public holidays

• 6% Pension contribution

• Employee discount scheme

• Group Life Insurance