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Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, Midton Road, Howwood, PA9 1AF.

Join our Team;  St Vincent’s Hospice is recruiting for a Staff Nurse within our In-Patient Unit.

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.

Key Responsibilities 

• As a Staff Nurse within our In-Patient Unit team you’ll ensure the implementation of a high standard of care within the service.
• With a strong commitment to providing and ensuring excellent person-centred, safe and effective care, you will be a Staff Nurse preferably with previous experience in a palliative or cancer care setting.
• An excellent communicator, you will be able to work well on your own initiative and as part of a team.

Although these posts are based within the In-Patient Unit, opportunities may arise to work alongside other teams in the hospice, e.g. our Community Team.

Working Hours

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, rotationally (day and nightshift) and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £34,056 per annum + 15% shift allowance for qualifying shifts.

How to apply: 

If after reading the job description and person spec this job role seems like a match for your skills, experience and career development plans we look forward to receiving your application.

You can apply in one of two ways: complete our application form below OR submit your CV, along with a covering letter detailing why you are interested in this role. 

If you require any further information, please contact recruitment@svh.co.uk 

After interview, the successful applicants will be appointed following suitable references, occupational health screening, and PVG check.

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Office Team Member | Abernethy Nethy Bridge

Full time

Permanent contract, live-in (where required)

Location: Abernethy, Nethy Bridge, Inverness-shire, PH25 3ED

Start Date: June / July 2025

This is a fantastic opportunity to live and work in the Scottish Highlands and be part of a Christian community providing excellent hospitality and outdoor adventures.

A warm welcome and great customer service are key parts of how our guests experience Jesus shining through the hospitality that we offer at Abernethy.

As an Office Team Member, you will help provide a warm, friendly and smooth-running service for all who come into contact with our office and reception and ensure that other departments have the information they need to help our guests have an amazing time.

You will have the opportunity to get involved in the wider ministry of the Centre, including our evening sessions with kids and ministry teams serving on one of our events weeks and weekends (e.g. playing music, organising games / sport, etc).

Accommodation will be provided if needed.

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1971, Abernethy is a ministry that combines outdoor activity, residential experience and Christian team witness. Our vision is: ‘Seeing Lives Transformed’.

The team as Abernethy are Christians, and together our mission is:

• Through the outdoors we provide challenge and adventure
• Through community we create belonging and see growth
• Through hospitality we nurture wellbeing
• Through witness we provoke curiosity
• In all things, we live the life to which Jesus has called us

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a committed Christian, with a heart for service and evangelism, who is passionate about providing great customer service. You will help deliver a high-quality administration and reception service for our guests and staff, contributing to a well-organised office, maintaining high standards of data security, and being a key part in a team that works well together and has fun.

To achieve this, you will have a passion for good hospitality, an eye for detail, and a warm, friendly and collaborative approach. You will be great at organising and planning, be adaptable in the face of changing plans and a good problem solver, work in a calm and efficient manner under pressure to set deadlines, enjoy working in a fast-paced job, and be willing to be flexible and go the extra mile.

KEY ROLES

• To provide a warm, friendly and efficient reception service to the Centre.
• To assist in providing an effective administration for the work of the Centre.
• To provide information to other departments within the centre and also to guests before, during and after their visit.
• To preserve the confidentiality and security of sensitive data passing through the office.
• Fully contribute to the spiritual life and ministry of the Centre.

QUALITIES, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Desire to provide an excellent level of service
• Ability to deal with routine written and telephone enquiries, answering the telephone in a friendly, efficient manner and linking calls with the appropriate personnel.
• Work as part of a team, with good communication skills.
• Good computer and typing skills.
• Ability to prioritise personal workload
• Self-motivated, discreet, has a high level of initiative and good attention to detail

WE WOULD ALSO LOVE YOU TO HAVE

• Previous experience of administration and working in an office environment with Microsoft Office applications
• Marketing experience
• Experience issuing invoices

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Monthly salary
• Full-board single accommodation provided, if required
• Paid annual leave (30 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays)
• Use of Centre facilities including outdoor equipment.
• Opportunities to take an active role within the life of our local church and Christian youth work
• Living as part of a vibrant Christian community in a beautiful part of Scotland
• Opportunity for personal training and development
• Weekly Team Fellowship on a Wednesday evening
• Very favourable rates for family on most Abernethy holidays and camps
• Participation in our annual 3-day Team Gathering
• Easy access to the local area including the Cairngorm mountains, river Spey and the Moray coast – a fantastic outdoor playground!

GOOD TO KNOW

• It is a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the holder of this post is a practising Christian whose lifestyle is consistent with the values and doctrine of the Christian faith.
• As part of our commitment to safeguardi...

Date: February 13, 2026

Location: St. Vincent's Hospice, PA9 1AF.

The Role: Specialist Palliative Care Nurse

📍 Location: St Vincent’s Hospice, Renfrewshire, PA9 1AF.
💷 Salary: £41,180 per annum
📅 Hours: Full-time 37.5 hours per week, rotational.

Key Responsibilities

As Specialist Palliative Care Nurse, you will provide expertise and leadership to the in-patient unit team, working towards meeting the requirements of the unit plan for specialist care advancement.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Setting, monitoring and evaluating standards of care ensuring the delivery of specialist palliative care in partnership with the wider hospice team
• Working with the Head of Care & Quality to contribute to the implementation of strategic plan for improvement within the IPU and the wider St Vincent’s Hospice community
• Line management experience including responsibility for safe staffing
• Demonstrable leadership skills including the ability to manage dynamic change

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Specialist Palliative Care knowledge

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.

📌 Apply Now

If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the skills to excel in this role, we invite you to apply. You can apply in one of two ways: complete our application form OR  submit your CV, along with a covering letter detailing why you are interested in this role.

Closing date;           13 February 2026

📩 For more information, contact Susan McCallum, Director of Care & Quality (susan.mccallum@svh.co.uk)

Appointment will be subject to suitable references, occupational health screening and PVG Check.

Join us in providing compassionate care to our community. Together, we make a difference.

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Bookings Officer & Office Team Member | Abernethy Nethy Bridge

Full time

Permanent contract, live-in (where required)

Location: Abernethy, Nethy Bridge, Inverness-shire, PH25 3ED

Start Date: Immediate

This is a fantastic opportunity to live and work in the Scottish Highlands and be part of a Christian Community providing excellent hospitality.

The Booking Officer is responsible for handling incoming enquiries and repeat bookings for the centre and will provide a seamless handover to operational departments by making sure that the contracting and pre-event planning processes are executed effectively. The role will involve close co-ordination with all departments and customers to ensure a consistent high level of service throughout each event. Working closely with the Business Development Manager, the Booking Officer will help with both proactive and reactive sales efforts in order to generate new business and to ensure a high level of repeat business.

Most of all we are looking for someone who has an ability to share the Christian heart behind what we do and the positive impact that the residential experience makes on guests will be essential in fostering these relationships. Networking and relationships will be a key skill as the candidate reaches out to potential guests, which will include schools, churches and other organisations.

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 1971, Abernethy is a ministry that combines outdoor activity, residential experience and Christian team witness. Adventure is at the heart of Abernethy and we love seeing people gain confidence and grow through being in the outdoors.

The team at Abernethy are all Christians. We are passionate about the outdoors, community, hospitality and witness. We are motivated by our belief in a good and generous God who created an incredible natural world which, through its very existence, shouts His praise. We believe that every person is unique, valuable and deeply loved by the creator God.

KEY ROLES

Bookings Officer (3 days)

• To maximise occupancy for the centre throughout the year
• Handle incoming enquiries in a professional and efficient manner, liaising with key departments as required to ensure the smooth running of events at the centre
• Work with Business Development Manager and Centre Director to help generate new business for the centre, undertaking proactive sales tasks as directed

Office team member (2 days)

• To provide a friendly and efficient reception service to the Centre.
• To assist in providing an effective administration service for the work of the Centre.

QUALITIES, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Good telephone manner ability to build relationships with new and potential schools/groups
• Ability to prioritise and use own initiative
• Self-starter with a keen eye for detail
• Demonstrate a high level of sales and customer service skills
• IT literate, preferably with an understanding of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

WE WOULD ALSO LOVE YOU TO HAVE

• A college or university qualification in an events or sales discipline, or
• Experience in an events, sales or office environment
• Experience working for a charity
• A passion for outdoor education

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Monthly salary
• Full-board single accommodation provided, if required
• Paid annual leave (30 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays)
• Use of Centre facilities including outdoor equipment.
• Opportunities to take an active role within the life of our local church and Christian youth work
• Living as part of a vibrant Christian community in a beautiful part of Scotland
• Opportunity for personal training and development
• Weekly Team Fellowship on a Wednesday evening
• Very favourable rates for family on most Abernethy holidays and camps
• Participation in our annual 3-day Team Gathering
• Easy access to the local area including the Cairngorm mountains, river Spey and the Moray coast – a fantastic outdoor playground!

GOOD TO KNOW

• It is a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the holder of this post is a practising Christian whose lifestyle is consistent with the values and doctrine of the Christian faith.
• As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Scheme and the appointment will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme Disclosure.
• We cannot accept overseas applications for this ...

Charity - Tayside Council on Alcohol

Role – Trustee

Salary – Unpaid role but reasonable expenses are covered

Location – We hold our meetings in person and virtually so you can be based anywhere!

Who is TCA?

Tayside Council on Alcohol (TCA) is a charity that works alongside people, families and
communities to mitigate the impact of substance use, gambling, offending and other
risky or harmful behaviours. We seek to challenge stigma, inequality, discrimination and
marginalisation. We deliver services across the three local authorities of Tayside and
our services are adapted to meet the needs of the Angus, Dundee and Perth & Kinross
communities.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual dedicated to helping TCA provide
vital services to individuals and communities affected by substance use and gambling
across Tayside. As a Trustee, you will be part of a dedicated team that sets the strategic
direction of the charity. Together you will be accountable for the continued growth and
sustainability of the organisation, and ensure TCA remains true to its purpose while
fulfilling its legal and financial obligations.

We are particularly interested in someone with a strong background in finance to guide
our financial strategy and ensure our resources are effectively managed to achieve our
mission.

TCA is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from individuals
of all backgrounds.

What do we ask from you?

•  A passion for supporting individuals and communities affected by substance

use, gambling and offending behaviours.

•  Attend quarterly Board meetings (held in person or virtually).

•  Participate in quarterly sub-committee meetings.

•  Provide time and expertise in between meetings as necessary.

Why Become a Trustee at TCA?

•  Boost your career – exposed to a wide range of skills needed to oversee a Charity:

strategy and business planning, governance, HR, finance, marketing,
fundraising, evaluation, law and more. It can be an effective way to build your
skills and your CV!

•  Give back to your Community - As a Trustee, you can donate your skills, time and

attention to a cause you love

How to Apply:
If you have a passion for supporting communities and making a difference, we would
love to hear from you. Please send a brief CV and a covering letter outlining your
relevant skills and experience to fergus.mccurley@tca-dundee.com or contact us
directly at 01382 456012 for further information.

Deadline for applications: ongoing

Join us in making a lasting impact in the lives of those negatively impacted by substance
use and gambling in Tayside!

Early Years Support Assistant

Job Description

Job Description:   Early Years Support Assistant

Status and hours:   Part time

Responsible to:

Lead Support Assistant; Head of Junior School

Job Purpose:

The assistant will work collaboratively as a member of the early years team, assisting in
meeting the educational, care and welfare needs of all children. They will provide support
and assistance in the day-to-day operations of the Nursery.

Duties:

The assistant will:

•  provide support to early years staff and children in all learning environments e.g.
supporting all aspects of early learning and development including early language,
mathematics, health and well-being, lunch routines and other general early years
activities
support children in the playrooms and throughout the learning environment through
organised activities, providing support, assistance and encouragement to help each
individual child achieve the best learning and development outcomes possible
•  assist in the provision of a high level of individual and personal care to very young

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children e.g. feeding, toileting, changing, dressing, applying medical aids

•  assist in the provision of a high level of individual and personal care to children with
additional support needs e.g. feeding, toileting, changing, dressing, applying medical
aids

•  maintain health and safety record checks
•  manage food organisation, duties and dishes
•  assist in providing relevant information through record keeping
•  work as part of the school/early years staff team, ensuring the ongoing health, safety

and welfare of the children

•  provide comfort and care for minor accidents, upsets or ailments e.g. cuts and bruises

•

(reporting to early years staff if considered serious)
follow standard procedures for risk assessment within and out with the playrooms
environment when required

•  organise and gather related materials for individual and group learning and

development opportunities as directed by EYPs

•  play an active role across a wide range of activities in helping to set up and supervise
activities e.g. in child support, encouraging self organisation by children and providing
assistance when necessary

•  provide emotional support and reassurance and assisting children in developing their
social skills with early years staff and peers to encourage interaction, trust and self
confidence in the setting

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•  assist early years staff in observing and monitoring child behaviour supportively to
encourage self-reliance, positive behaviour and resolution of their own difficulties
with others, devising intervention methods if necessary which are fair and appropriate
in accordance to school policies

•  assist the early years staff with the day-to-day implementation of the individual

child’s plan, bring individual needs to the attention of the staff

•  clean playrooms and equipment when required with other early years staff; e.g.

contents of cupboards, play resources, display materials

•  occasionally deal with bodily fluidschanging and cleaning children as required
•  help supervise the outdoor area in all weathers
•  participate in appropriate professional staff development opportunities, in service,

refresher training as deemed appropriate

Knowledge and Skills

•  There is a requirement to be registered with SSSC
•  Good basic education and standard of Maths and English to SQA standard grade level or

equivalent, or previous relevant experience
•  Good communication skills – verbal and written
•  Good planning and organisational skills
•  Be child focused and have ability to acquire and apply the necessary knowledge within
the setting about the learning and care needs of all children 2-5 years including those
with additional support needs.

Training

•  Complete Food Hygiene course
•  Be pediatric First Aid trained

Health and Safety

All members of staff are required to take care of their personal health and safety and that of
others who may be affected by their actions or inactions. You are therefore required to carry
out your duties in a safe manner in accordance with instructions and in compliance with
safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice. You are required to advise your
line manager if you become aware of any unsafe practice or condition or if you have any
other safety concerns and should comply with accident and near miss reporting procedures.

Additional duties at the discretion of the Senior Leadership Team:

Additional duties may be required from time to time to ensure the safe and smooth
functioning of the school.

Support for Hamilton College:

•  Work alongside colleagues to ensure the Hamilton College ethos is fulfilled
•  Ensure the Nursery is kept tidy and well maintained on a daily basis
•  Develop effective working relationships with colleagues and parents
•  Contribute to the maintenance of pupils' safety and security
•  Respect the confidential nature of the work being undertaken and any know...

Person Specification

Part Time Receptionist

Experience/work-based knowledge and
qualifications:

Essential

Desirable

Be IT proficient, Microsoft Word, Excel and
Outlook.
Experience of utilising inhouse databases.

Experience of managing high volume of
telephone calls and emails.

Experience of working within an educational
environment.
Experience of working in reception or front
facing role.
An understanding of safeguarding issues.

General office administrative experience.

A willingness to support and contribute to
the ethos of Hamilton College.

Working on own initiative with limited
supervision.

Experience of providing high customer
service.

Excellent communication skills.

First Aid certificate/qualification.
Willingness to undertake First Aid training.

Core Competence:

Good levels of literacy and numeracy skills.

PVG clearance to work with children.

Adherence to GDPR and Data Protection
Regulations – maintain confidentiality.
Able to communicate clearly and efficiently
in person on by telephone.

Able to perform accurately and under
periods of pressure.

Be able to demonstrate attention to detail.

Personal attributes:

Good organisational skills.

Flexible in approach to work.

Build rapport with colleagues, staff,
learners, parents and guests.
Customer service focussed.

Enthusiastic.

Approachable, tactful and discreet.

Reliable.

Compassionate.

Job Description
Early Years Practitioner

Job Description:          Early Years Practitioner

Status and Hours:        Full Time; 52 weeks; 40 hours per week

(excludes 30 min lunch).

Responsible to:          Nursery Lead

It is expected that all Early Years Practitioners will be fully aware of and will implement
the school’s policies on child protection, Health and Safety and management of
children’s behaviour. This will require attendance at relevant inservice training.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Interacting effectively and enthusiastically with children

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•  Motivating and supporting children’s participation in learning experiences

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appropriate to their needs
Promoting and valuing each individual child and supporting their care and
welfare in accordance with standards set by the Care Inspectorate

•  Monitoring and tracking
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•

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Promoting equality and awareness of cultural diversity, ensuring that every child
experiences a fair and friendly environment
Providing a suitable role model for children and encouraging high standards of
behaviour
Planning, implementing and evaluating child-centred learning experiences in
line with the early level of the Curriculum for Excellence and Pre-Birth to
Three: Positive Outcomes for Scotland’s Children and Families
•
Consulting with children and parents and carers during the planning process
•
Involving children in the setting and clearing up of practical activities
•  Observing and assessing children using a range of methods including skilful

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•
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•

•

•
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questioning and dialogue
Liaising with parents on day-to-day matters concerning their children’s welfare
and development and offering appropriate support
Recording observations regularly, contributing to children’s profiles
Communication with parents, formally and informally on the wellbeing and
progress of children
Reporting to Nursery Lead any observations/concerns in relation to children and
their development
Engaging in continuous professional development to keep abreast of current
developments and trends as well as statutory requirements
Taking responsibility for implementing whole school and Nursery policies
Encouraging children to adopt good hygiene practice e.g. hand washing and
tooth brushing

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General Duties and responsibilities

•  Working as part of a team, maintaining good communication

and flexibility where required

•  Making contributions at staff meetings and INSET days
•  Promoting parental participation and effective partnerships with parents and

•

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the community
Liaising with and develop positive and productive relationships with
professionals from a wide range of agencies, including Health and Social Work
and contribute to joint reports, review meetings or case conferences as
appropriate
Liaising with staff working at other stages to promote continuity in particular
for children at points of transition

•  Assessing the workplace on a daily basis and report potential hazards
•  Ensuring that the indoor and outdoor play environments are safe and secure
•  Ensuring that all playrooms and communal areas are kept tidy and well

maintained

•  Mounting and display children’s work in the nursery and foyer areas
•  Following infection control procedures at all times
•  Assisting in the organisation management and replenishment of resources
•  Contributing to the evaluation of the work of the team and participating in
activities which support evaluation of the establishment’s work using the
National Care Standards

•  Making positive contributions to the strategic and operational planning

process

•  Participating in staff development and review
•  Participating in the training of students and/or work experience pupils
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Supporting the Christian ethos of Hamilton College

Additional Duties at the direction of the School Management

These duties are not exhaustive and additional duties may be required from time to
time to ensure the safe and smooth running of the Nursery.

December 2025

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Person Specification
Early Years Practitioner

CRITERIA
Qualifications

Previous Experience

Professional Development

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

Interpersonal Skills

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ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

•  SCQF 6 – 9, SVQ Level 3,

HNC

•  Experience in an Early

Years setting

•  Evidence of further training,

study or professional
development suitable to the
role

•  Knowledge of child
development

•  Knowledge of Health and

Care Standards

•  Care Inspectorate policies

and guidelines

•  SSSC Codes of Practice
•  Ability to communicate

effectively with children,
parents and colleagues.
•  Ability to work as part of

team

•  Good numeracy, literacy

and ICT skills

•  Ability to prioritise work
load according to the
requirements of the
Nursery

•  Good level of organisation
and time management

•  Supportive, caring,

enthusiastic and motivated

•  Committed to partnership

working

•  Ability to work flexibly
•  High level of interpersonal

skills

•  Ability to motivate others
•  Understanding of the

importance of
confidentiality

•  Reliable
•  Approachable
•  Ability to reflect upon
practice and drive own
personal development

Desirable

A willingness to support and contribute to
the ethos of Hamilton College.

Paediatric First Aid certificate/qualification.
Willingness to undertake paediatric First Aid
training.
Food Hygiene Course. Willingness to
complete Food Hygiene Course.
Have relevant experience having worked
within child focused setting.

Person Specification

Early Years Support Assistant (part time)

Experience/work-based knowledge and
qualifications:

Essential

To be registered with SSSC

Good basic education and standard of Maths
and English to SQA standard grade level or
equivalent, or previous relevant experience

Be child focused and have ability to acquire
and apply the necessary knowledge within
the setting about the learning and care
needs of all children 2-5 years including
those with additional support needs.

Good communication skills.

PVG clearance to work with children.

Adherence to GDPR and Data Protection
Regulations – maintain confidentiality.
Good planning and organisational skills

Flexible in approach to work.

Ability to build rapport with, staff, learners,
parents and guests.
Calmness.

Core Competence:

Personal attributes:

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Empathetic

Approachable, tactful and discreet.

Reliable.

Initiative.

Supportive.

Maintain confidentiality.

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Job Description

Part Time Receptionist

Job Description:       Part Time Receptionist – term time

Status and Hours:    25 hours per week, 5 afternoons, 1300-1800.

Responsible to:        Business Manager

Purpose of job:

To deliver a warm, friendly and professional welcome to the school and act as a key point
for information and support to visitors and parents.  Provide a full and extensive
professional front desk information and reception service to all learners, parents, staff,
visitors and guests to the School. To provide the first point of contact for visitors and users
of the School whether on the phone, in person or electronically.

Ethos

To make an effective contribution towards meeting the aims of Hamilton College and
upholding its ethos.

A Main Duties

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.  Greet parents, pupils, staff and visitors with a friendly, positive, helpful attitude.
2.  Interact politely and professionally establishing high levels of customer service at

all times.

3.  Answering the phone in a polite and professional manner.
4.  Screen and directing phone calls.
5.  Forward communications by email.
6.  Help maintain security by issuing, checking and collecting badges as necessary

and electronic signing-in system.

7.  Assisting colleagues with a variety of administrative tasks.
8.  Reserving transport and supporting educational visits.
9.  Co-ordinate SQA exam sign and out for learners and invigilators.
10. Reserving classrooms etc. on room booker.
11. Sorting and distributing mail. Posting mail.
12. Monitor email boxes and re-directing emails to the appropriate person.
13. Managing group and clubs’ entry to the school ensuring appropriate security

procedures are followed.

14. Provide First Aid when required (First Aid training will be given).

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Other Responsibilities

1.  Efficient management of reception and foyer area.
2.  Maintaining reception, foyer, fixtures and fittings to a high standard including

Health and Safety requirements.

3.  Arrange for refreshments when necessary.
4.  Keeping basic office supplies accessible to parents and visitors when necessary.
5.  Representing the school with a positive attitude and professional appearance.

Quality Assurance

1.  To participate in the systematic self-evaluation of quality improvement as required

by the Senior Leadership Team.

Accountability

1.  To be accountable to and responsible for the performance of the main duties and

objectives, reporting to the Business Manager as required.

2.  To undertake all responsibilities whilst being mindful of the importance of security,

data protection and, most importantly, the protection of children.

3.  To ensure compliance with software licensing and copyright law and internal

policies and procedures.

Responsiveness

To contribute to school improvement groups and projects and undertake any other duties
reasonably required by the SLT.

B. Specific Objectives

Health and Safety

To take all reasonable steps to exercise a duty of care and ensure the safety and welfare
of pupils and staff.

College Profile

To promote a positive, high profile for the College with pupils, staff, and visitors.

Professional Review

To undertake a programme of professional development as agreed with your line manager
and the Senior Leadership Team.

Resources

To make effective use of the accommodation, resources and facilities.

Confidentiality

To adhere to GDPR and Data Protection Regulations, whilst maintaining confidentiality.

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Safeguarding

Hamilton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of learners. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo
appropriate checks, including an update PVG check.

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Expert Lay Member - Voluntary Positions

Company Description

About The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is an independent membership organisation dedicated to the education, training and advancement of surgeons, dental surgeons, doctors, and various individuals throughout healthcare who are involved in the surgical care of patients. The College has a current membership approaching 32,000 and growing, with members spanning over 100 countries around the world.

From our founding in 1505, the College has been committed to the advancement of surgery and driving patient safety standards worldwide. In our 515-year history, there has never been a better time to join the College than now.

Working with us

At the College we aim to embrace views from across the organisation, sharing common goals and values for the betterment of healthcare through the advancement of surgical and dental professionals. We aim to develop teams that are reflective of the needs of our members and maximise the potential of every employee.

To reflect the varying needs across the organisation, we offer a range of policies and benefits for our workforce including a generous 42 days annual leave, flexible working practices, enhanced employer pensions contribution and various discounts throughout the College including the Ten Hill Place Hotel, 1505 Café and free entry to Surgeons’ Hall Museums.

If you’d like more information about this role, please contact recruitment@rcsed.ac.uk

Position

We are specifically looking for people with senior experience and expertise in:

• people management
• estates management
• risk
• ensuring diversity in non-executive recruitment

About Trustee Board Committees 

The College’s governing board is made up of 12 trustees: the President, five Vice-Presidents, and two Member Trustees – all of whom are clinicians – and four ‘appointed’ lay trustees. You can find out more about the trustees here. 

The Board has established a number of committees to assist in fulfilling its oversight and governance responsibilities. These committees have each decided to appoint a lay member with specific expertise relevant to their terms of reference, as follows:

• Remuneration, People and Workplace Culture Committee. Advises the Trustee Board on a wide range of staffing, remuneration, pensions and workplace culture activities. It is seeking a lay member with expertise and senior experience in relation to HR/people management, ideally in an organisation of similar size and complexity to the College.

• Strategy, Estates and Finance Committee.Advises the Trustee Board on financial matters, property and digital strategy. The College has a complex and varied property estate in Edinburgh. The Committee is seeking a lay member with expertise and senior experience in relation to estates management in an organisation with a mixed-use estate including listed buildings.

• Nominations and Appointments Committee. Makes recommendations to the Trustee Board on certain senior non-executive appointments within the College and oversees recruitment processes for non-executive appointments more generally. It is seeking a lay member with expertise and senior experience in achieving diversity in non-executive appointments.

• Audit and Risk Committee. Makes recommendations to the Trustee Board in relation to the annual report and accounts and the College’s approach to risk management. It is seeking a lay member with expertise and senior experience in developing and implementing risk management systems in similar contexts to the College’s.

Work of lay members 

Trustee Board committees usually meet four times a year, during working hours. Meetings are usually hybrid, with some members attending in person in the College and some attending online. Some business is transacted by email.

We ask that Committee members:

• Analyse papers and make decisions based on sound reasoning and precedent
• Offer a professional opinion and adopt a short, medium and long-term perspective to ensure ongoing growth and long-term sustainability as well as helping resolve immediate problems
• Collabora...

GRADUATE ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION

About the School

Cargilfield was founded in 1873 and is the oldest preparatory school in Scotland. It is also
the largest independent Prep School in Scotland and the north of England, as well as being
the only independent boarding prep school in Edinburgh. The school is ideally situated in 13
acres of grounds, 10 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh and 15 minutes from the Airport.

The school is co-educational and pupil numbers have risen to over 310 in the last few years.
There are around 50 occasional boarders with day children able to stay until 7.30pm and
occasionally board. The strong boarding ethos leads many children to make the most of the
opportunities to be a weekly or a flexi-boarder from aged 8 and to participate in boarding
weekends.

Children are prepared for the Common Entrance examinations at 13+ as well as for
Scholarship examinations to senior schools. Cargilfield prepares children for entry to a wide
range of top independent senior schools throughout Britain including Ampleforth, Dollar
Academy, Edinburgh Academy, Eton, Fettes, George Heriots, Glenalmond, Gordonstoun,
Harrow, Kilgraston, Loretto, Merchiston, Oundle, Queen Margaret’s, Radley, Rugby,
Sedbergh, Shrewsbury, Strathallan, Uppingham, Winchester and Wycombe Abbey.

The School is a vibrant, demanding and supportive community which encourages pupils and
staff to be involved in as broad a range of activities and interests as possible. Art, Drama
and Music are especially strong, and the School has a national reputation for Sport in the
prep school world in Scotland and in the UK.

Graduate Assistants will fully engage with the life of a busy prep school with a boarding
ethos through carrying out coaching of sport, assisting in classrooms, assisting with
administrative support and being a major part of the boys’ or girls’ boarding wings. The
support of a graduate assistant for academic teachers is invaluable and candidates should
demonstrate a ‘can do’ attitude to their work.

WORKING HOURS

•  One year contract, usually September to July
•  Expenses are paid weekly
•
•  Work Monday to Friday, also 14 weekends during the academic year
•  Have one evening (after 5.30pm) off each week, in liaison with the Head of Boarding

Individual accommodation during term time and holiday

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Qualities

•  Energy and enthusiasm.
•  A ‘can do’ attitude.
•  A commitment to immersing themselves during term time in the life of a busy

boarding school.

•  A desire to work with young people.

Desirable Qualities

•  A good sense of humour.
•  Flexibility in approach to work.
•  A desire to work with young people.
•  Experience of a boarding school environment would help.
•  Willingness to get ‘stuck in’.

Expenses & Accommodation

•  Expenses will be paid including holidays, for the duration of the contract.
•  Accommodation will be provided by the School throughout the contract period.
•  Accommodation bills will be met by the School and all meals can be taken in the

School during term time.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES (this is a selection, and not an exhaustive list)

•  Assist all members of staff where necessary
•  To be responsible for tidiness of your accommodation
•  Undertake break and supervisory duties in the Upper School, Pre Prep and Nursery
•  Attend school outings and camps as required at boarding weekends
•  Assist the Maintenance Department on the grounds at busy times
•  Attend INSET training at the start of each term
•  Take tables at lunch time
•  Do two evening clubs each week
•  Attend major school events, such as the Summer Fair, Carol Services and School

Concerts etc

•  Support the staff in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.
•  Supervise children in the changing rooms before and after games
•  Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
•  Set high standards in terms of dress, language and behaviour.
•  Supervising children at break times
•

If strong in one area of sport, you may be asked to umpire or referee matches and to
take charge of a team.

•  Art, Musical or Drama specialists will also be give appropriate roles and

responsibilities to reflect their interests.

•  Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
•  Appreciate and support the roles of other professionals in the school.

SPORT

•  Assist the PE/Games Department for PE lessons
•  Assist with Games/outdoor pursuits every afternoon
•  Accompany school teams at sports fixtures, when necessary
•  Assist at Tournaments, occasional Saturday mornings, outside of boarding weekends
•  Attend coaching courses as required

ADMINISTRATION

•  Assist teachers with practical tasks in preparation for lessons, maintenance of

resources and the maintenance of classrooms
•  To cover for absent form teachers at registration
•  To provide cover in the office for short periods

PASTORAL/BOARDING

•  To be resident in the Boardi...

January 2026

DAY SERVICES – COOK – JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Salary:

Day Centre – Cook

£22,932 (pro rata) plus benefits (Salary will increase to £24,479
from 1 April in line with the new Real Living Wage.)

Hours of Work:

25 hours per week (Mon- Fri 9am to 2pm)

Location:

The Carers Centre, Lewis Place, Perth PH1 3BD

Contract Type:

Permanent

Responsible to:

Registered manager for the Day Centre

Responsible for:

No Direct Reports but may coach volunteers.

About PKAVS

PKAVS is a long-standing local charity, rooted in Perth & Kinross since 1972. We exist to help
people  flourish  and  communities  thrive.  Every  day,  we  walk  alongside  those  we  support,
helping them feel connected, valued, and able to shape the things that matter in their lives and
communities.
At  PKAVS,  you’ll  join  an  inclusive  and  supportive  team  culture  built  on  compassion,
togetherness, honest communication, and a shared commitment to making a positive impact.
When you work with us, you become part of something meaningful - helping to create a place
where everyone has the chance to live a fulfilled life.

Make a real difference through food!

As our Cook, you'll use your skills to bring joy, comfort and great meals to the people we
support every day. If you love cooking, enjoy creating warm, welcoming experiences, and
want your work to genuinely brighten someone’s day, this could be the perfect role for you.

What makes this role great for you:

✓  No evenings, split shifts or weekends - enjoy a fantastic work-life balance.
✓  Freedom to use your creativity and design your own menus.
✓  A warm, supportive team who value good food and good people.
✓  Our kitchen is well

equipped and organised, giving you the space to work efficiently

and enjoyably. We provide all tools, equipment and support you need to succeed.

✓  A role where your cooking truly enhances someone’s wellbeing.

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Plus, you’ll enjoy a great range of benefits:
✓  Generous 7-week holiday allowance.
✓  Enhanced company sick pay.
✓  Pension scheme contribution.
✓  Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for mental and physical wellbeing.

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DAY SERVICES – COOK – JOB DESCRIPTION

✓  Blue Light Card discounts.
✓  Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements.
•  Ongoing training and development opportunities

The role

Our Day Service gives unpaid carers a much-needed break, while those who attend enjoy a
warm, welcoming space to socialise and support their wellbeing.

As our Cook, you’ll run a friendly, well-equipped kitchen and create delicious, nutritious meals
that people look forward to. You’ll have the freedom to plan varied menus, bring your ideas,
and cook with purpose - knowing your food makes a meaningful difference every day.

With no weekend or evening shifts, this is a stable and rewarding daytime role. You’ll oversee
the full running of the kitchen, preparing and serving a three-course lunch for up to 20 people,
Monday  to  Friday,  helping  to  create  a  homely  atmosphere  where  good  food  brings  people
together.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

✓  Create varied, seasonal and nutritious menus with plenty of room for creativity.

✓  Cook and serve high

quality three

course lunches for up to 20 people.

✓  Ensure the kitchen is clean, safe, and welcoming.

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✓  Manage stock, ordering and budgets with support from the team.

✓  Support and guide volunteers in the kitchen.

✓  Chat with clients and help create a homely, friendly atmosphere.

✓  Support occasional special events (e.g., celebrations, coffee mornings).

✓  Maintain required food safety and kitchen records.

Person specification

Competency
Qualifications
and
experience

Skills and
Knowledge

Definition
A recognised catering qualification.

First Aid certificate.
Food Hygiene Certificate.
Proven experience in a catering or kitchen
environment.
Ability to use initiative, organise own workload
and work unsupervised.

Essential  Desirable

✓

✓
✓

✓

✓

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DAY SERVICES – COOK – JOB DESCRIPTION

Ability to support clients with physical and/or
mental disabilities in a caring and empathetic
manner.
Experience of supervising or supporting
volunteers.
Practical awareness of Health and Safety
legislation, including food hygiene.

Knowledge and understanding of stock control,
planning, working on a budget, and other
administrative procedures required in running
the day services kitchen.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages e.g.,
Word, Outlook, etc.

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

If you’re compassionate, friendly, and empathetic - and you’re reliable, punctual, and happy
working both independently and as part of a team - then this could be the perfect role for you.
If you love cooking and want to make a positive difference in your community, we’d love to
hear from you!

Additional Information

Employer:

Location of Work:

Responsible To:

Responsible for:

Probation:

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CLEANER – JOB DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES

General

The position of Cleaner at Jordanhill School is one of responsibility, requiring a person of high
standards, service and efficiency.  The duties include the day to day cleaning of the diverse school
estate and buildings, as well as vehicles, to include vacuuming, polishing, dusting, mopping and use
of commercial cleaning equipment. Cleaners form part of the Facilities team in school and report to
the Facilities Manager.

Job Description and Duties

Daily Duties

•  Thorough cleaning of areas allocated to the required standard/specification, as directed, using

correct techniques and cleaning equipment.

•  Undertaking training in use of methods, materials and equipment, as instigated by the Facilities

Manager.

•  Working safely using correct warning signs, protective clothing and safety equipment, being

mindful of hazards to other staff and pupils.

•  Compliance with the Health & Safety practices of the School.
•  Safe removal of litter and waste to allocated disposal points daily, taking particular care with
liquids, broken glass or other substances, which may be unsafe to other staff or pupils.
•  All floors to be thoroughly swept with special attention being paid to corners of rooms and

•

areas underneath furniture and fittings.
Locking and unlocking windows and doors as directed.  Windows to be open when sweeping is
in progress.

•  Rooms, stairs and corridor walls to be dusted.  Furniture to be polished.
•  Emptying vacuum cleaners and buffer vacuum bags.
•  All toilets, urinals, sinks, wash hand basins and showers must be cleaned and disinfected every

night.  An adequate supply of toilet paper, paper towels and soap to be maintained.

•  Any marks or writing on walls of rooms, corridors, toilets etc. to be removed and any damage or

breakages to be reported to the Facilities Manager or duty Janitor.

•  Replenishing supplies of toiletries etc. as directed. Wastage of cleaning materials should be

avoided.

•  Ensuring the Facilities Manager or Duty Janitor is aware of low stock levels of materials and

equipment for which you are responsible.

•  Ensuring all containers of cleaning agents are correctly labelled before use and are used safely
and in compliance with manufacturers written instructions and that all chemicals are securely
stored away when not in use.

•  Cleaning and checking all equipment used after use, checking cables for wear and tear and

storing away in a suitable safe area; notifying Facilities Manager or Duty Janitor of any faults
found or of any defective electrical sockets, lighting, vandalism etc., in your cleaning area.
•  Doors must be locked, windows secured and lights extinguished on leaving rooms/premises.
•  Ensure mops, cloths etc., are washed and left to dry as appropriate.
•  Assist in keeping chemicals and cleaning materials and equipment storage areas in a clean and

tidy condition.

•  Covering on a rota basis for absent colleagues when required, which may involve some changes

in hours/times.

Deep Cleans

•  Undertake cyclical deep cleaning which encompasses a range of activities including:

o  All walls to be swept down.
o  Woodwork and walls to be washed down.
o  Electric light shades to be washed.
o  Floors to be scrubbed, where floors have been sealed, resealing may have to be done.
o  Furniture to be washed and polished.

School Vehicles

•

Internal cleaning, removal of litter and hoovering of school vehicles

CLEANER – PERSON SPECIFICATION

Post
Summary of Role

Cleaner
The position of Cleaner at Jordanhill School is one of responsibility, requiring a person
of high standards, service and efficiency.  The duties include the day to day cleaning
of the diverse school estate and buildings, as well as vehicles to include vacuuming,
polishing, dusting, mopping and use of commercial cleaning equipment. Cleaners
form part of the Facilities team in school and report to the Facilities Manager.

Criteria
Education, Training,
Qualifications

Skills

Knowledge

Health

Other

Desirable
Training in various aspects
of H&S associated with
cleaning.
Experience of cleaning in a
professional/work
environment.

Experience of buffing and
vacuuming equipment.

Evidence

App. Form

Certificates

App. Form

Interview

References

Working knowledge and
familiarity with
commercial cleaning
techniques.

Service driven.

App. Form

Interview

App. Form

Interview

References

App. Form

Interview

References

Essential

Ability to understand and
comply with work
instructions (written and
verbal).

Methodical approach to
cleaning.

Ability to follow
manufacturers’
instructions with regard to
cleaning equipment and
chemical usage.

Applicants must be
physically fit and able to
undertake the range of
duties outlined in the job
description and duties.
Has an ability to work
alone or as part of a team.

Shows an enthusiastic and
positive manner.

Demonstrates a flexible
approach to the needs of
the school and facilities
team.

Ab...