• Ref:JAG/SMCK
• Area:East Renfrewshire
• Pay:£12.80 per hour Plus sleepover payment
• Closing Date:31st January 2026
• Interview Date:TBC

My name is ‘Stephen,’

I’m a young guy looking for fun folk to join my team.

Let me tell you a bit about myself…

I love listening to music about the house and hearing my team singing along, I also enjoy watching my tv shows. I have my own way of communicating and once you get

to know me you will understand me and my wicked sense of humour, I find slapstick humour particularly funny.

As much as I like going for drives, so a driver would be essential, and listening to

music is fun, I do love getting some fresh air and going for walks in my All Terrain Wheelchair. All that fresh air works up an appetite so If you like your food then we

could be a good match as I do like a good scran. If you are good with plans then

I love it as there is nothing I like more than when a plan comes together.

If you think you would have fun being part of my team, please contact Jessica on 07814 738451 or apply online today.

Free physiotherapy

Discount opportunities

Christmas savings scheme

Salary £26,378 per annum

Location Elgin, Moray

Expiry 05/02/2026 23:59

This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 14 days at 23:59 GMT.

The Vacancy

Aware of unpaid carers and the impact caring has?  Interested in helping people stay connected, well and able to care in the way they want?   Join Quarriers and reach your full potential as a Family Wellbeing Worker in our Moray Carer Support Service!

Your new opportunity

At Quarriers Carer Support Service (Moray), our aim is to improve the wellbeing of unpaid carers of all ages throughout Moray, to enable them to continue in their caring role, where appropriate, and support them to have a life of their own.

We are on the lookout for two part time Family Wellbeing Workers to join our team As a key support you will enable carers to identify the information, advice and activities necessary to help them manage the impact of their role, have breaks from caring, and ensure they maintain a life of their own. . You will also work closely with other providers and agencies to create appropriate opportunities for carers to relax, learn and benefit from strong networks of support.

Working pattern: We have 2 part time opportunities available offering 18.5 hours per week. Usual working hours are 9am to 5pm but you may be required (on occasion and pre-arranged) to work outside those hours to meet the needs of service delivery.

Other duties will include:

• Managing referrals, assessment and support processes for carers.
• Enabling wellbeing and support programmes for individuals and families.
• Facilitating inclusive opportunities to deliver a carer voice within Moray​

What you will need to bring to the role

• Reliability, flexibility and a positive attitude
• Ability to build trusting long-lasting relationships
• Empathy and excellent communication skills
• Excellent team player
• Ability to apply transferable life experience and skills to support and enable individuals.
• It is essential for the successful candidate to have access to a car as a level of travel will be required across a geographical remit.

What you'll get in return

🌱 SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
🌴 Generous leave: 29 days + 4 public holidays (rising to 34 + 4 after 5 years)
📚 Training & development opportunities
❤️ Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly policies
🏥 Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
📞 Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
🎁 £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
🛡️ Life Assurance & Pension
🚲 Cycle to Work scheme
🎟️ Access to Concerts for Carers

Quarriers have Investors in People Platinum accreditation.

Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile.

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.

Benefits

Free physiotherapy and occupational health

24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Non-contributory life assurance scheme

Workplace pension

Christmas savings scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Long service rewards

Significant discount opportunities

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Free physiotherapy

Discount opportunities

Christmas savings scheme

Salary £12.60 per hour

Location Quarriers Village, Bridge of Weir

Expiry 28/01/2026 23:59

This is a Relief Contract, Part Time vacancy that will close in 9 days at 23:59 GMT.

The Vacancy

Are you dedicated to supporting children and young people?​ Looking for work where every shift brings purpose, connection, and joy?Join our team at Countryview, Quarriers’ short breaks (respite) service for children and young people aged 5–20 with a additional support needs.

Your new opportunity 

We are currently recruiting Relief Intensive Support Practitioners to help us create safe, fun, and meaningful experiences for the children we support.

Quarriers Countryview provides short breaks for children and young people with:

• Complex medical needs
• Physical and learning disabilities
• Autism and neurodiverse conditions
• Trauma‑related and emotional needs

Countryview is more than a service — it’s a place for play, growth, laughter, and connection.

As a Relief Intensive Support Practitioner, you will:

• Create safe, nurturing, and fun experiences for every child
• Support personal care, therapeutic routines, and daily living (full training provided)
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Encourage play, sensory exploration, outdoor activities, and skill‑building
• Provide calm, compassionate support during times of distress

Your presence gives families the chance to rest, knowing their child is in safe & caring place. .

Working pattern: Quarriers is offering relief contracts to people who can support the service on an ADHOC basis and when extra support is needed. The service operates 24/7 with staff covering early. late, sleepover and waking night shifts. Availability to support the service during weekends is required. 

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for people who are:

• Warm, compassionate, and child‑centred
• Creative, playful, and willing to get involved
• Reliable, flexible, and great team players
• Comfortable supporting children with a range of complex needs

Care experience is helpful — but your values, attitude, and willingness to learn are what matter most.

What you’ll get in return

• Full induction and training
• Opportunities to build skills and develop your career
• Concerts for Carers registration
• Blue Light Card membership
• A supportive, welcoming team environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day

At Countryview, we don’t just provide care — we create memories.

Successful applicants must be willing to join the PVG Scheme and register with the SSSC within 3 months of starting.Quarriers is Investors in People Platinum accreditation.

About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.

Benefits

Free physiotherapy and occupational health

24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme

Non-contributory life assurance scheme

Workplace pension

Christmas savings scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Long service rewards

Significant discount opportunities

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This role may be perfect for you if you are currently, or have been, a Healthcare Assistant and are looking for a part-time role (minimum contract 22.5 hours). At Noah’s Ark you'll have opportunity to build on your experience and be trained to a more specialist level.

ABOUT NOAH'S ARK CHILDREN'S HOSPICE

We exist to help babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, and their families, make the most of every day. Our mission is to enable those we support to enjoy life as children, not patients; as families, not just as carers.

Because everyone deserves to live life as themselves, beyond their condition or circumstances. We do this by listening to families. We know one size doesn’t fit all, so we cater our services to each individual person we support. We can do this from the point of diagnosis.

Our help is available wherever it is needed. Our expert staff and trained volunteers can provide support in a families home, in the community, or at our state-of-the-art building, The Ark, in Barnet.

We work in collaboration with key NHS Trusts and other care providers to deliver the very best support to children and families. We have created a space where children with complex needs are accepted as they are, safe to play, explore, express themselves and build confidence.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re expanding our team and are looking for more Specialist Carers to join our charity. You’ll be joining an award-winning, certified Outstanding team, who do all they can to empower children and families to experience as much life as possible.

As a Specialist Carer, you’ll provide life-changing care for babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. You’ll do this by working in collaboration with their family, multidisciplinary teams and your other Noah’s Ark colleagues.

You’ll be encouraged to put the experience of children and families at the heart of all you do. As well as understanding their clinical needs, you’ll get to know what’s important to each child you support. Whether it’s knowing what their favourite song to listen to is, how they like to play, or what sooths them when they are sad - at Noah’s Ark it’s so important that each child is treated as an individual. You’ll focus on what children can do, rather than their limitations, and will support them to experience things they may never have thought possible.

And by providing care for children, either at our state-of-the art building, The Ark, or out in the community, you’ll be allowing parents and cares to take some time for themselves. The hours of care you’ll provide will make a huge difference, allowing them to live life outside of their child’s condition. By creating this time, you’ll be creating choice – something which can feel impossible for the families we support.

You will be a senior carer in our team and will pass on your skills and experience by supporting and training junior colleagues. You will actively lead care planning reviews, projects and meetings.

Your commitment to children and families will continue through to end-of-life care. You’ll be a guiding reassuring presence for families, and working with other healthcare professionals to create as much comfort as possible.

ABOUT YOU

You’ll have experience caring for babies, children and young people with complex health needs and will be competent in a range of complex nursing skills. You’ll understand the power of play and will enjoy creating experiences and activities for those you are caring for.

Aside from experience, we look for individuals who share our core values of kindness, excellence, and courage. We’ll support you to go above and beyond to be there for the children and families we support – we ask that you share this mission with us.

You’ll thrive working autonomously, confident in your ability to deliver care on your own out in the community. You’ll know the value of collaboration, and will work closely with your team members, other healthcare professionals and the families you support to provide the very best care.

Creativity and play will be central to your approach to care, with the ability to build long-term relationships with the children and families you care for.

You will understand and adhere to policies and procedures at all times, underpinned by competency in clinical skills, working under the delegation of a registered children’s ...

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This role may be perfect for you if you are currently, or have been, a Healthcare Assistant. At Noah’s Ark you'll have opportunity to build on your experience and be trained to a more specialist level.

ABOUT NOAH'S ARK CHILDREN'S HOSPICE

We exist to help babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, and their families, make the most of every day. Our mission is to enable those we support to enjoy life as children, not patients; as families, not just as carers.

Because everyone deserves to live life as themselves, beyond their condition or circumstances. We do this by listening to families. We know one size doesn’t fit all, so we cater our services to each individual person we support. We can do this from the point of diagnosis.

Our help is available wherever it is needed. Our expert staff and trained volunteers can provide support in a families home, in the community, or at our state-of-the-art building, The Ark, in Barnet.

We work in collaboration with key NHS Trusts and other care providers to deliver the very best support to children and families. We have created a space where children with complex needs are accepted as they are, safe to play, explore, express themselves and build confidence.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re expanding our team and are looking for more Specialist Carers to join our charity. You’ll be joining an award-winning, certified Outstanding team, who do all they can to empower children and families to experience as much life as possible.

As a Specialist Carer, you’ll provide life-changing care for babies, children and young people with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. You’ll do this by working in collaboration with their family, multidisciplinary teams and your other Noah’s Ark colleagues.

You’ll be encouraged to put the experience of children and families at the heart of all you do. As well as understanding their clinical needs, you’ll get to know what’s important to each child you support. Whether it’s knowing what their favourite song to listen to is, how they like to play, or what sooths them when they are sad - at Noah’s Ark it’s so important that each child is treated as an individual. You’ll focus on what children can do, rather than their limitations, and will support them to experience things they may never have thought possible.

And by providing care for children, either at our state-of-the art building, The Ark, or out in the community, you’ll be allowing parents and cares to take some time for themselves. The hours of care you’ll provide will make a huge difference, allowing them to live life outside of their child’s condition. By creating this time, you’ll be creating choice – something which can feel impossible for the families we support.

You will be a senior carer in our team and will pass on your skills and experience by supporting and training junior colleagues. You will actively lead care planning reviews, projects and meetings.

Your commitment to children and families will continue through to end-of-life care. You’ll be a guiding reassuring presence for families, and working with other healthcare professionals to create as much comfort as possible.

ABOUT YOU

You’ll have experience caring for babies, children and young people with complex health needs and will be competent in a range of complex nursing skills. You’ll understand the power of play and will enjoy creating experiences and activities for those you are caring for.

Aside from experience, we look for individuals who share our core values of kindness, excellence, and courage. We’ll support you to go above and beyond to be there for the children and families we support – we ask that you share this mission with us.

You’ll thrive working autonomously, confident in your ability to deliver care on your own out in the community. You’ll know the value of collaboration, and will work closely with your team members, other healthcare professionals and the families you support to provide the very best care.

Creativity and play will be central to your approach to care, with the ability to build long-term relationships with the children and families you care for.

You will understand and adhere to policies and procedures at all times, underpinned by competency in clinical skills, working under the delegation of a registered children’s nurse.

You will be available to work a variety of shits, including days, eveni...

Job reference:001262

Salary:£12.60 - £12.81 per hour

Closing date:15/02/2026

Department:Ops North East

Location:Perth

Employment type:Permanent

Hours Per Week:Full Time (37 hours), Part time and Relief hours

Closing date:15/02/2026

About us

Looking for a rewarding career in Social Care?

At Sense Scotland, we take immense pride in our work and are currently seeking new talent to join us in supporting individuals with their everyday lives. Our vision is to help those we support lead fulfilling and happy lives, enabling them to achieve their own ambitions. We prioritise strong values, fostering warm relationships, and creating positive experiences. We value input from all staff members, ensuring meaningful outcomes through the commitment to our core values.

Join us in making a real difference and embark on a fulfilling journey at Sense Scotland.

About the service

We are bursting with excitement to announce a brand‑new service opening in our Perth Housing Support service area! This will be a fun, girly, sparkly household full of laughter, busy days, and plenty of adventures!

A young lady is about to take a huge, exciting step by moving into her very first home in the Tulloch Hill area of Perth, and we are looking for fabulous Female Support Workers* to join her as she takes these first steps into her next chapter.

About the Ladies You’ll Support

Requiring 1:2:1 support this lady leads a busy and active life. She loves meeting new people and will attend day centres throughout the week, meaning spilt shifts are likely. Like most young people, this lady is a huge fan of holidays which you will help to plan, support and accompany her on her trips!

She will be sharing her house with another lady who is easy going with a relaxed outlook. She too enjoys socialising, arts and crafts and is not afraid to try new things. With meals out, coffee and cake treats and catching up with friends, life is never dull.

Both ladies are living life at a full and happy pace and you can be part of this special bond.

Who are we looking for

We are looking for female support workers who are warm, enthusiastic, creative, and ready to join a home where every day brings something different. If you love supporting independence, building confidence, sharing giggles, and helping create memorable experiences then this could be the perfect role for you!

Hours and shift information

On offer is full time (37 hours), part time and relief positions.

As this is a new service, shift patterns will be finalised once the lady has moved in and her routine is fully established. However, approximate times include:

• Early Shift: from 7:00am
• Late Shift: until 9:30pm

There is a designated night shift, and you may occasionally be asked to cover annual leave or absence.

*Please note: This role is open to female applicants only, as permitted under the Occupational Requirement of the Equality Act 2010.

About you

At Sense Scotland what is important is that all our staff have a genuine passion to make a difference in the life of someone with additional support needs.

What you will need to succeed

• Good team-working skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities
• Ability to communicate effectively and use your own initiative
• Strong work ethic and organised to support routines
• Able to prioritise and manage workloads
• Eager to develop
• A genuine passion for caring for others
• Patience and understanding

If you value the power of a smile and want to make a positive impact by helping those, we support engage in activities they love, this role is for you. Whether you have experience in health and social care and seek a better work-life balance or are considering a career change to start in social care, we want to hear from you!

Working for us

We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment. Our full list of benefits can be found here.

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Make a positive difference in someone’s life by joining The Richmond Fellowship Scotland!

Due to continued expansion, our fantastic team are on the lookout for a compassionate and creative individual with a positive attitude to join us as Support Practitioner, based in Levenmouth.

You don't need experience in care to start your career with us, we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Support Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.

Due to the nature of this role, we can only accept applications from female candidates that hold a full UK manual driving licence.

About Us:

The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behavior or require a high level of personal care.

The Role:

As a Support Practitioner, you will assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.

The people we support have a variety of different hobbies which we’ll be looking to you to take an active interest in, from going out for a tasty bite or catching the latest movie to a gym session or group activity, the list is endless.

To be part of our team, we’ll need you to:

• Have an empathetic and caring nature
• Good observation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence in using computers
• Be able to work well in a team environment and on your own
• Good organisational skills

Requirements:

As a Support Practitioner you could be expected to work day shifts, evenings shifts, weekends and sleepovers.

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave
• Cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers
• Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance
• Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care
• Refer a Friend scheme - £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague
• Employee forum for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment
• Free membership of Glasgow Credit Union
• HSF Health Care plan
• Counselling and Life Works service

Closing Date: 19/2/2026

We’re looking to fill this post as soon as possible and reserve the right to close the advert if suitable candidates are found before the advert closes. To avoid disappointment, pop your application in early.

All successful Support Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer - this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams.

Please note, our smoking policy applies to this role. Please contact scoupland@trfs.org.uk if you have any questions.

We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.

Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Female Support Practitioner

Leven, Fife, United Kingdom

KY8 1BF

£26,162 per year

Permanent - Full-time

Posted today

Closing date: 20/02/2026

Job reference: SC1482757LevFSP

Female Support Practitioner

Leven, ...

Service Manager:  Children & Young People Team

Location:  Hybrid working with 2 days in our Nottingham office

Salary:  £31,484.01 pa FTE, £25,527.58 actual salary for part time hours

Hours:  30 hours per week, fixed term until December 2026

About the role

Working at equation means being part of a dynamic and passionate team, dedicated to creating a world free from domestic abuse, sexual violence and gender inequality.

Join Equation’s dedicated and highly skilled Children and Young People (CYP) team, a passionate and experienced group committed to creating safer futures for young people affected by domestic abuse. As CYP Service Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role—guiding a motivated and enthusiastic team, driving service innovation, and ensuring our work continues to make a powerful and lasting impact across Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

Working closely with the Head of Service, you will help shape strategic direction, develop high-quality practice, build strong partnerships and champion the voices of children and young people. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established, impactful team and contribute to real, positive change in local communities.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone who is confident, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality services for children and young people. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader who brings positivity, compassion and a solution-focused approach to everyday challenges. You will value collaboration, support others to achieve their best, and be able to make clear, child-centred decisions in a fast-paced environment.

You will contribute: 

• Strong and confident leadership that motivates and supports an experienced and dedicated team

• A calm, professional approach to managing complex and challenging situations

• A commitment to equality, inclusion and amplifying the voices of young people
• A proactive mindset that drives improvement, innovation and excellent practice across the CYP workstream

How to apply

Applications can be made via our recruitment portal.  Apply here.  For any questions, please email admin@equation.org.uk. CVs cannot be accepted. 

Closing date

9am on Monday 2nd February 2026. Interviews will be held on Friday 13th February 2026.

Safeguarding

Equation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and to work in accordance with our safeguarding policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references covering the past five years, and completion of our safeguarding disclosure questionnaire.

This post involves regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults.

Equation operates a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse, discrimination, bullying, harassment or exploitation. We are dedicated to creating a safe environment where everyone we work with feels protected and able to speak up if they have concerns.

About us

Our goal is for everyone to have equal, healthy relationships free from domestic abuse. This is front and centre of everything we do. We run education programmes with young people in schools, training for professionals and behaviour change programmes, as well as raising awareness of where to get help and support. We also run a helpline and support services for men and LGBTQ+ people experiencing abuse living in Nottinghamshire.

Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

We work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture where all colleagues feel valued and encourage applications from all under-represented groups, particularly those from disabled, LGBTQ+ and diverse and minoritised backgrounds.

We believe that equity, diversity and inclusion improves the health, wellbeing and development of our colleagues and helps to ensure everyone feels valued. We know that when diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are prioritised, we are happier, healthier and can achieve more.

Neurodiversity Practitionerpart-time, flexible up to 15 hours per week. Accepting applications.  No fixed closing date.Questions to: lauragomersall@autismearlysupport.org.uk Applications to: mandysimons@autismearlysupport.org.uk Who we areWhat we doOur ApproachOur Strategy and PurposeOur Vision, Mission and Values3What you can expect from usThe TeamJob DescriptionContentsWelcome from our CEOAbout usThe role242Your applicationHow to applySafeguardingEquity diversity and inclusionSummary of terms and conditions479Thank you for considering a role with Autism Early Support. I’m delighted you’reexploring the possibility of joining our team.You will be joining us as we grow. In 2023, we launched our digital platform, TheParent’s Portal, to support more families more often. Today, we’re supporting morefamilies than ever before and our aim is to continue to expand to fill some of thegaps in the SEND system and ensure no child is left behind. This recruitment pack gives you an overview of the role, our ethos, and the supportthat will be available to you here. I hope it helps you see how your skills and passioncould contribute to our mission and that you’re excited by this opportunity.At AES, we’re passionate about providing early, individualised help to make ameaningful difference in the lives of the children and families we’re here to support. Whether through our direct contact with children or indirectly through our Parent’sPortal our child-led approach underpins our practice.  Should you become one ofour valued practitioners, you will be encouraged to work creatively andresponsively, tailoring environments and strategies to meet children’s individualneeds. Working here is rewarding. You will manage your own caseload and you will be partof a small team, so you will quickly see and feel the direct impact you are able tomake both to families and to wider team development. You’ll become part of aforward-thinking multi-disciplinary team that values curiosity and compassion.We believe in investing in our staff. We do this through well-being initiatives,continuous professional development, training and supervision.  We encourageeveryone to work together with mutual respect to create a happy culture with anappetite for quality, learning and growth at its heart.  You can watch a video of ourwork in action here. Welcome from our CEOSarah Sweet-Rowley3I  hope I have given you a flavour of what you can expectfrom us, and if you share our values and drive, we’d love towelcome you to an interview.Very best wishes4Who we areAutism Early Support Trust Ltd. (“AES”) offers early support and specialist education to autisticchildren, children with sensory, communication and interaction differences and their families.We believe every child should have the chance to find their place in the world, be able tocommunicate their needs and learn alongside their peers with acceptance and support.We aim to work alongside parents and practitioners to give every child the foundations they need forthe next stage of their education. If we can enable a child to feel safe and understood, they becomehappier and they can flourish. AES was established in 2001 and was formerly known as ‘The Puzzle Centre’.What we doOur early support and specialist education encompasses specific, structured and targetedneurodiversity affirming approaches founded on established research, evidence-based practice andour extensive experience.Through our services, we aim to equip all children with the tools and confidence they need tocommunicate, explore, play and enjoy the world around them. In response to the child’s needs,wants and preferences, we make environmental adaptations and create the support a child needs tofeel ready to learn.Help is accessed through the Circle Centre, our specialist nursery near Buckingham and ourOutreach Service, which supports families in the community and online through projectsincluding The Parent’s Portal and Assessments and Support Packages.Our ApproachThrough our services, we encourage autistic children and childrenwith sensory, communication and interactions differences to betheir authentic selves without needing to mask or changethemselves to feel accepted in a non-autistic majority society. Our specialist multi-disciplinary team of teachers, occupationaltherapists, speech and language therapists, nursery co-ordinatorsand learning assistants identify and put the supports in place tomake a child feel safe and regulated so they can enjoy learning. Alongside this, we work with parents and carers to help them feelconfident in supporting their child and in advocating for theirindividual needs. About Us 5Deliver exemplary children’s servicesDevelop and grow our outreach servicesBuild a sustainable income and resource base. And within our objectives we have five aims:Children’s services are an exemplar of best practiceMaintain ‘Outstanding’ (Ofsted) in our flagshipnurserySupport more families and practitioners throughoutreachDevelop ...

Stramash Social Enterprise
Outdoor Practitioner Person Specification

Requirement

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications /
Education /
Training:

1. Qualified to at least SVQ level 3 or equivalent in
childcare or holds a teaching qualification; or has
relevant outdoor/environmental qualifications and is
capable of undertaking an SVQ level 3

1. Evidence of ongoing CPD and
training

2. Outdoor learning training

Experience:

1. Experience of working with children within the
age range 2 to 8 years

1. Experience of working with
children in an outdoor setting

2. Experience of planning and implementing
stimulating and productive play and learning
experiences for Early Years children

Knowledge:

1. Good working knowledge of the early level
within the Curriculum for Excellence

2. Good knowledge of outdoor learning, including
the underpinning history, ethos and processes, and
how it can be used to facilitate the development of
children

Skills &
Competencies:

1. Be familiar and effective in planning and
assessing within the Early Years setting

2. Excellent communication skills

3. Ability to represent the EL&F team in a
professional manner and to build positive
relationships with parents, childcare professionals
and members of the community

4. Ability to work effectively within a team and
collaborate with other team members

How
Assessed?
Application
form

Application
form and
interview

Application
form and
interview

1. Understands the approaches
taken in successfully developing
children in the desired outcomes of
the early level in Curriculum for
Excellence

Application
form and
interview

Personal Attributes:  1. Adaptable and enthusiastic team player and can

work on own initiative as well as under clear
supervision

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form and
interview

2. A passion for using the outdoors to develop the
whole person

3. Have a sense of fun and adventure and enjoy the
outdoors

Other:

1. Able to demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of and a commitment to the aims of
Stramash

1. Hold a UK drivers license that
includes D1 entitlement

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form and
interview

2. Computer literate

3. Demonstrate a willingness and ability to accept
responsibility and become involved in all aspects of
the EL&F life

3. Registered, or eligible to register, with either
SSSC or GTCS

4. Member of the PVG Scheme

February 2017

• Ref:TD/FW
• Area:South Ayrshire
• Pay:£12.80 per hour
• Closing Date:31st January 2026
• Interview Date:TBC

Hi, my name is Fern. I am looking for new team members to join my all *female team.

I have my own home in Ayr and as I have a visual impairment I need support with keeping my house neat and tidy. I have a wee dog called pooch who needs walked every day so I am looking for team members who can come on long walks with us. I love cars and have been driven around a racetrack in a racing car… what a buzz that was. I have my own car I don’t need a racing driver, but I do need confident drivers who are able to support me to various events including attending comedy clubs in Glasgow.

I follow one of the Scottish Premiere league football teams and enjoy a bit of banter around football. I am currently recovering from an operation on my back so need some additional help getting around, with the use of a walking aid. I need team members to be patient and support me to rebuild my confidence while encouraging me become more active. I am trying to live a healthier lifestyle and have a real interest in baking and home cooked food so if you have experience in this area that would be great. I have a passion for horses and although I am not currently able to go horse-riding, this is one of my long term goals.

I feel I am easy to be around and enjoy the company of others. I don’t need people to have lots of experience but do need team members who are keen to learn about how best to support me.

Includes evening and weekend work.

Usual hours of work are 9am until 9pm Monday to Sunday

*This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and therefore, only applicants from females requested.

VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join our Aberdeenshire Carers Service as a Carer Advisor working with Adult Carers and their Families across Aberdeenshire (North). This will be a Full-time, Permanent position and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

VSA's Aberdeenshire carers service, supports adults, children, and young people who care for someone living in Aberdeenshire.
VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join our Aberdeenshire Carers Service as a Carer Advisor working with Adult Carers and their Families across Aberdeenshire (North). This will be a Full-time, Permanent position and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

VSA's Aberdeenshire carers service, supports adults, children, and young people who care for someone living in Aberdeenshire.

The advantage of our information and support is that we are a local based organisation. We have an in-depth understanding of the people of Aberdeenshire and take a localised approach to all our information and carers services.

We are also network partners with the National Carers Organisations, Carers Trust and Coalition of Carers which keeps us briefed with all matters relating to unpaid carers.

Hours: 35 hours per week

Rate of Pay: £14.15 ph or £25,761.49 p.a.

Location: Working from Home (however this role will include home visits to Carers and their families as well as community engagement sessions/drop in's, which will be delivered in and around the localities this role supports). A drivers license and access to your own transport is essential for this role.

Work Pattern: Working 5 days per week (Monday to Friday)

Locations to be Covered: Central Aberdeenshire – Ellon, Oldmeldrum, Inverurie, Huntly, Alford, Kemnay, Westhill

We offer our staff fantastic benefits including:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme - Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA,
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes,
• Gain recognised SCQF Qualifications
• Access to our employee discount scheme

About the role:

You will make an effective contribution to the provision of appropriate information, advice, support, guidance and access to services and social opportunities for Adult & Young carers in Aberdeenshire, according to their changing needs, working both on an individual and group work basis. You will also support the carer in preparing an Adult Carers Support plan in accordance with relevant carers legislation.

Responsibilities of our Carer Advisor will include:

• Work alongside carers referred to service and establish the impact of their caring role & complete young carers statement/ adult carers support plan as appropriate
• Raising awareness of the role undertaken by people as carers, their statutory rights & their needs, amongst those professionals who plan and manage services.
• Collating and disseminating information on services available locally, and providing an information resource giving details of such services which can be safely accessed by carers, and understood by them.
• Work within a designated Cluster group/ locality giving talks to raise awareness of carers’ issues and to provide information about services available to carers.
• Advising, guiding and supporting both young and adult carers both on a one to one and group basis, taking on an advocacy role when required.
• Facilitating group activities, social and training/educational events as determined by the needs and wishes of the carers.
• Investigating the nature and extent of on-going unmet needs of carers, and determining ways of meeting these needs in accordance with available resources.
• Regularly reviewing needs of carers in the light of changing and evolving circumstances, ensuring that support and information given is relevant and appropriate.
• Exploring and developing effective communication and informal networks amongst a wide range of individuals, including young and adult carers, volunteers, groups and agencies.
• Any other tasks which may arise from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the post-holder’s capabilities.

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