Aberdeen Association of Social Service

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfil their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker working in Aberdeenshire covering Ellon and the surrounding areas. We have Full & Part-Time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: 20 hours per week or more

Rota: This role offers flexible working, with relief and perm roles available and shifts offered from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis, we will be taking the lead from successful candidates on the hours/ days they are available to work. However you must be able to work every second weekend . Hours can be discussed at interview.

Location: Aberdeenshire - Covering Ellon, Udny, Potterton Areas, caring for service users in their own home. DRIVING LICENSE IS ESSENTIAL AS SOME HOMES ARE IN RURAL AREAS. Salary: £12.81 per hour

• Fuel Allowance
• 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,
• Access to our employee discount scheme

You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities, various health and support needs to maintain their independence while living at home.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Start your career journey with VSA today!

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• Ability to write short reports
• Ability maintain accurate records
• Basic I.T. skills (e.g.-mails)
• Record keeping
• Problem solving
• Using initiative
• Organisational Skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Qualifications:Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare (or equivalent) within 3 years of appointment or as determined by VSA.

Apply today!

BE PART OF IT!

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years.

Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfil their potential.

VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages. At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing through a range of residential and outreach support Services.

Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join our team at Linn Moor, if you are passionate about helping vulnerable young people thrive and flourish in a nurturing environment, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Linn Moor is a unique multi-generational approach to community-based care for individuals with learning disabilities and other additional support needs, in a residential setting. The campus its self is situated on beautiful grounds allowing our service users the freedom to enjoy the outdoors. With UK wide recognition for our pioneering work with people with autism, our focus is on the development of meaningful life skills and personal fulfilment for the children and young adults we support. If successful you would be joining a large team of enthusiastic support workers with a wealth of experience from all different backgrounds

We are currently seeking a Female Support Worker (Waking Nights) to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team within Linn Moor Campus at Peterculter. You will help to provide a quality service to meet the needs of our students with additional support needs, supporting the night time care that is provided within the residential setting.
A Female carer is required for personal care duties, including washing, toileting and dressing, for female clients. This role is subject to a genuine occupational requirement (as stated in the Equality Act 2010 – Schedule 9) for the post holder to be female to provide care that respects the service user's privacy and dignity.

Hours: 35 hours per week (averaged)

We offer fantastic benefits including:- Competitive Salary

- Generous Holidays

- Sick Pay Scheme

- Transport to and from Aberdeen city centre to campus available

- NEST Pension Scheme

- Refer a friend scheme

- Ongoing professional development

Please click on link below to read what our staff member Sunday has to say about working at Linn Moor:https://www.vsa.org.uk/latest/meetsunday

Ideally you should have some experience of working with young adults with autism / learning difficulties and have the ability to engage/relate to them through effective communication skills and the ability to deal with complex and challenging behaviour.

For this role any prior experience would be preferred in particular having worked night shift or waking nights and lone working.

We welcome applications from those who would like the opportunity to work within social care or those simply seeking a change of direction.

Successful applicants will be required to join the PVG Scheme; however VSA will cover any associated costs.

Purpose of Job

To contribute to the effective provision of an integrated, inclusive and quality service designed to meet the care, social and educational needs of the students at Linn Moor Campus and achieving the best possible outcomes for them whilst supporting the full implementation of the 24 hour curriculum, according to agreed statutory & VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements, monitoring the effective use of staffing resources.

Main Responsibilities

• Identifying ways of communicating effectively on difficult, complex and sensitive issues. Supporting individuals appropriately in the communication process, especially where specific communication needs have been identified
• Updating and maintaining records and reports according to statutory and organisational procedures and requirements.
• Promoting, monitoring and maintaining health, safety and security in the working environment, including medication administration. Minimise risks arising from emergencies and ensure students, colleagues, and self are safe and secure in the workplace and to follow, at all times, the policy and guidance on child protection and supporting students to maximise self care skills following relevant policies and procedures.
• Promoting the well being and protection of the students, working with them in ways which promote their rights and responsibilities, supporting them to express their views and preferences about their health and well being.
• Contributing to the protection of students from abuse, including the identification of possible abuse. Handling disclosures from students and reporting information about abuse according to policies and procedures. Providing support to students who may have been abused.
• Ensuring that the students’ physical environment is clean and comfortable, supporting them with their physical care needs, including toileting, as appropriate.
• Contributing to the assessment of students’ development levels and support needs at night time by ensuring the implementation of programmes and support activities, and contributing to evaluation of the students’ participation in such programmes and activities.
• Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of night time learning environments and contributing to the planning and evaluation of learning activities.
• Contributing to the planning and implementation of night time programmes for students; reviewing the effectiveness of such programmes and balancing group needs against the preferences and needs of individual students.
• Contributing to practice which promotes group care as a positive experience, promoting individual growth and development where students feel valued and safe; where they are empowered to identify and implement activities of benefit to the group.
• Contributing to the prevention and management of challenging behaviour in students, negotiating boundaries and identifying goals to promote acceptable levels of behaviour and working positively with risk assessments to enable access to the wider curriculum.
• Contributing to the planning, implementation and evaluation of therapeutic programmes to help students manage their behaviour.
• Establishing and sustaining effective working relationships with students as part of an overall strategy to confront anti-social and promote pro-social behaviour.
• Developing and implementing programmes to support students with sensory difficulties to find their way around environments that are part of their daily living.
• Carrying out extended feeding techniques, where appropriate, to ensure individual student’s nutritional and fluid intake, by following specified procedures including health and safety measures. Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Waking Night staff should contribute to the care and safety of the students by ensuring that they remain awake and alert for the duration of their shift.
• Waking night staff are responsible for the care and support of students with particular health needs during the night time hours. This can include the continual observation of visual and audio monitors during the night, awareness of specific medical conditions such as epilepsy and diabetes, and be able to act (as a result of training) in a manner which will provide the best support for the students.
• Any other duties which may arise from time to time provided they are both reasonable and within the post holder’s capabilities.
• The role will also involve domestic tasks such as cleaning and tidying for the following day activities.

In order to facilitate the transport of staff to and from our Linn Moor campus, VSA operates a staff bus for all shifts from the city centre, which can be booked for those who require this service.

VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join our Arrdeir House (Mental Health Service) as a Support/Care Worker based in Aberdeen. This will be a Part-time, Permanent position supporting the care of our residents and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

This rewarding role involves providing a professional and caring service to our service users and although prior experience would be welcome, it is not essential as full training on the job will be provided. We welcome applications from those working in social care currently as well as those who are seeking a change of direction and are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives.

Hours: 28 hours per week

Working Pattern/Rota: 2 week rolling rota, working 4 shifts over 7 days including late and early shifts and every second weekend working. In addition you will be expected to do between 2-4 sleepovers per month, for which an additional sleepover allowance will be be paid per night. Flexibility is key if you are applying for this role.

Post status: Permanent – Part-time

Rate of pay: £12.81 per hour

We offer our Staff fantastic benefits including:

• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £215 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes
• Access to our employee discount scheme

Service Information:

Arrdeir House provides residential placements and 24 hour support for adults with ongoing and enduring mental health conditions. The main aim of the service is to promote independence and this is achieved by providing recovery-focused support, based on each individual’s needs and requirements.

Purpose of Role:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Qualifications/Training/Education:

Essential:

Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare within 3 years of appointment or as determined by VSA.

Desirable:

SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare

Food Hygiene certificate

Experience:

Experience of working in a busy environment

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.

Ability to write short reports

Personal Qualities:

Approachable

Ethical

Non-judgemental

Team-worker

Health and Safety aware

Client Focused

Organised

Other Job Requirements:

To comply with the registration and qualification requirements as laid down by the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) and to strictly adhere to the SSSC Codes of Practice.

Ability to deal with difficult behaviour following VSA standards and procedures

If this role looks of interest to you, apply today!

BE PART OF IT!

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join our team at Linn Moor, if you are passionate about helping vulnerable young people thrive and flourish in a nurturing environment, this could be the right opportunity for you.

We have recently welcomed a few new students to our Residential School at Linn Moor Campus. At Linn Moor, our staff work alongside children and young adults in both care and education to help them achieve individual personal outcomes. Our children and young people are supported on a 1:1 basis with a strong emphasis on working as part of a team and maintaining relationships with the wider community.

As a Residential Care and Education Support Worker your operational base will be on our Linn Moor Campus, based in Peterculter. This i a full-time permanent position and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: 39 hours per week averaged Rota: You will be expected to work on a 4-week rolling rota, which will include a mix of early, late shifts, and weekend working (shifts are: 7.30am – 3.30pm and 2pm – 10.15pm) Rate/Salary: £12.81 ph. (unqualified) up to £13.72 ph. (qualified) Full-Time Starting Salary: £

- Generous Holidays

- Sick Pay scheme

- Transport to and from Aberdeen city centre to campus available

- NEST Pension scheme

- Refer a friend scheme

- Ongoing professional development

Please click on link below to read what our staff member Sunday has to say about working at Linn Moor:

https://www.vsa.org.uk/latest/meetsunday

About Linn Moor:

Linn Moor Campus is a unique multi-generational approach to community-based care for individuals with learning disabilities and other additional support needs, in a residential setting. The campus itself is situated on beautiful grounds allowing our service users the freedom to enjoy the outdoors. With UK wide recognition for our pioneering work with people with autism, our focus is on the development of meaningful life skills and personal fulfilment for the children and young adults we support. If successful, you would be joining a large team of enthusiastic support workers with a wealth of experience from all different backgrounds. Click Link here for more information:

Linn Moor School and Campus Education Service

Working across both the Education and Care services at our Linn Moor Campus, you will help to provide a quality service to meet the needs of our students with additional support needs. An SCQF Level 7 in Social Services and Healthcare (or equivalent) and an HNC in Social Care would be beneficial but it is not essential at this stage (although you must be willing to work towards this or the Level 9 Residential Childcare Qualification). Ideally you should have some experience of working with children and/or young adults with autism / learning difficulties and have the ability to engage/relate to them through effective communication skills and the ability to deal with complex and challenging behaviour. You must be willing to work flexibly in both care and education settings, recognising that a different skill set is required and appropriate in each to support the child/young person in their physical, psychological and emotional development.

We have an enthusiastic, dedicated, welcoming and supportive environment at our Linn Moor campus. If you are interested in working somewhere where you can truly make a difference, this could be the opportunity for you.

We welcome applications from those who would like the opportunity to work within social care or those simply seeking a change of direction.

In return for your hard work, commitment and positive approach, not only will you receive a huge amount of job satisfaction, we also offer a competitive annual salary, paid holidays and continuous professional development. VSA also operate a bus service that can take you to and from our Linn Moor Campus at scheduled times.

Successful applicants will be required to join the PVG Scheme; however VSA will cover any associated costs.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• You will be required to work across the care and education services at the school. Both services have core and specialised approaches that you will be required to follow as set out in VSA and Linn Moor policies and procedures and VSA, Linn Moor and regulated and statutory standards.
• Always work in a child centred way and contribute to the effective provision of a nurturing and positive culture that meets the care and educational needs of the children/young people.
• To be part of creating a happy, safe and caring team and environment which enables children/young people to learn new knowledge and skills and communicate with confidence.
• Work flexibly in care and education settings, recognising that a different skill set is required and appropriate in each to support the child/young person in their physical, psychological and emotional development.
• Recognise that children/young people have a legal right to an appropriate and well provided education commensurate with their developmental and communication needs and for growth that is flexible, nurturing and supportive.
• We expect the support worker to work under the direction of the teacher and develop knowledge of current Scottish educational policy frameworks including the Curriculum for Excellence, How Good is my School and specific documentation for ASN schools.
• We strive to meet these requirements in order to fulfil education standards.
• The support worker will understand and promote the principals of GIRFEC (Getting It Right For Every Child)
  
  

In order to facilitate the transport of staff to and from our Linn Moor campus, VSA operates a staff bus in the morning, afternoon and evenings to cover all applicable staff shifts.

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years.

Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfil their potential.

VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages. At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing through a range of residential and outreach support Services.

Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

If you think you have what it takes to be part of our fantastic team at Linn Moor please click “Apply” and start your career journey with VSA today.

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years.

Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential.

VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages. At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services.

Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join Linn Moor as a Relief Support/Care Worker based in Peterculter, Aberdeen. This will be a relief/ part time position.

Linn Moor School and Campus provides specialist education and transitioning care for children and young people living with complex and additional support needs.

Hours: Relief/Ad-hoc Work

Rota: A variety of shifts including early, evening and weekend shifts. No night shift requirements.

Hourly Rate: £12.81 per hour

Location: Linn Moor Campus

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• The Relief Support/Care Worker required to work across the care and education services at the school. Both services have core and specialised approaches that you will be required to follow as set out in VSA and Linn Moor policies and procedures and VSA, Linn Moor and regulated and statutory standards.
• Always work in a child centred way and contribute to the effective provision of a nurturing and positive culture that meets the care and educational needs of the children/young people.
• To be part of creating a happy, safe and caring team and environment which enables children/young people to learn new knowledge and skills and communicate with confidence.
• Work flexibly in care and education settings, recognising that a different skill set is required and appropriate in each to support the child/young person in their physical, psychological and emotional development.
• Recognise that children/young people have a legal right to an appropriate and well provided education commensurate with their developmental and communication needs and for growth that is flexible, nurturing and supportive.
• We expect the support/care worker to work under the direction of the teacher and develop knowledge of current Scottish educational policy frameworks including the Curriculum for Excellence, How Good is my School and specific documentation for ASN schools.
• We strive to meet these requirements in order to fulfil education standards.
• The support/care worker will understand and promote the principals of GIRFEC (Getting It Right For Every Child)

In order to facilitate the transport of staff to and from our Linn Moor campus, VSA operates a staff bus from the Aberdeen City Centre both in the morning, afternoon and evening.

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker covering various areas across Aberdeen. We have Full & Part-time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: Between 16-39hrs

Rota: This role has shifts available from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis. You must be able to work every second weekend.

Location: Variable locations, caring for service users in their own home. Driving license would be beneficial but not essential. Salary: £12.81 per hour

We offer our Support/Care Workers 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,
• Access to our employee discount scheme

VSA is proud to be part of Granite Care Consortium which is made up of local 3rd & private sector providers with decades of experience in delivering health and social care services. The Consortium was set up so that people have quick and easy access to person-centred, integrated care so that they feel supported, safe and well.
You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities to maintain their independence while living at home.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Start your career journey with VSA today!

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• Ability to write short reports
• Ability maintain accurate records
• Basic I.T. skills (e.g.-mails)
• Record keeping
• Problem solving
• Using initiative
• Organisational Skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Qualifications:Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare (or equivalent) within 3 years of appointment or as determined by VSA.

We are looking for a relief Cafe Assistant/General Assistant to work at our fantastic Older People Services. In this role, you will provide support and assistance in the kitchen and dining room and carry out some basic housekeeping tasks. You will require basic food preparation experience, good communication skills and a flexible attitude to work.

Rate: £12.60 per hour

Hours: Relief

Status: (Relief)

Location: Aberdeen

Purpose of Job: 
To carry out catering and housekeeping related tasks, as required, to the identified standards, to contribute towards the delivery of a quality service designed to meet the needs of service users.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assisting with dining room and kitchen duties including basic food preparation to agreed work schedules and quality standards to maintain effective service delivery.

• Sourcing and purchasing catering provisions, maintaining appropriate stock levels, ensure an effective service delivery. Ensuring meals that come in are batch coded, use by dates are checked and food is stored correctly.

• Organising the receipt of provisions and equipment, ensuring that goods are stored safely and hygienically to regulatory requirements.

• Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards in food preparation and cooking, and in the working environment.

• Recording food temperatures etc. in accordance with food safety legislation.

• Using and storing equipment, machinery and cleaning agents in a safe manner according to instructions and agreed procedures.

• Communicating effectively with staff, service users and others in the workplace, providing written and verbal information when required according to agreed reporting procedures.

• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with service users within agreed operational and organisational parameters.

• Identifying and evaluating hazards and risks, in line with VSA’s Health and Safety policies and security procedures, to reduce the risk to self, service users and other staff members.

• Carrying out general housekeeping tasks out-with the kitchen/dining room areas as required.

• Carrying out any other duties which may be required from time to time provided the tasks are both reasonable and within the post-holder’s capabilities.

• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided

Experience:

Essential:

• Experience of carrying out routine procedures, according to specified work standards
• Basic food preparation

VSA's Rowanlea House Adult Service, situated on the Linn Moor Campus near Peterculter, provides an intensive housing support and care at home service for young adults with complex learning and behavioural difficulties and autism that focuses on the development of meaningful life skills and personal fulfilment.

VSA believe that young adults with complex needs should continue to learn after they leave formal education. To that end, we engage our tenants in programmes aimed at developing personal, domestic and community skills. Our dedicated and enthusiastic team of Support Workers (Life Skills Practitioners - Adult Service), provide the necessary support and care to ensure this happens, and we would be interested in hearing from you if you want to join our team.

We are looking to recruit people that will both support and work with the adults within their home to help them to develop these life skills further, as well as expand their horizons. We also want people that can be innovative and help us to embed our approach in practice within this service.

You will be expected to work on a rolling rota, which will include early, late shifts and weekend working (shifts are: 7.30am – 3.30pm and 2pm – 10.15pm)

It is important that you have experience of working with children/adults with autism, complex needs and behavioural challenges, as well as being confident in working alongside them and as part of a staff team. We will however provide full training and support.

Hours: 39 hours per week

Rota: 4 week rolling rota where you will be required to work a variety of shifts including early/evening and alternate weekend cover.

Salary: £12.81 p.h

We offer our Support Workers fantastic benefits including:- Competitive Salary

- Generous Holidays

- Sick Pay Scheme

- Transport to and from city centre to campus available

- NEST Pension Scheme

- Refer a friend scheme

- Ongoing professional development

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Identifying ways of communicating effectively on difficult, complex and sensitive issues. Supporting Tenants appropriately in the communication process, especially where specific communication needs have been identified.
• Promoting, monitoring and maintaining health, safety and security including medication administration. Minimise risks arising from emergency and ensure Tenants, colleagues and self are safe and secure in the Tenancy and to follow, at all times, the policy and guidance on adult protection and supporting Tenants to maximise self-care skills.
• Promoting the wellbeing and protection of the Tenants, working with them in ways which promote their rights and responsibilities, supporting them to express their views and preferences about their health and wellbeing.
• Ensuring that the Tenants’ physical environment is clean and comfortable, guiding and actively supporting Tenants in Housing with Support tasks while they re-learn or maintain skills necessary for remaining in their Tenancy.
• Supporting service users as Tenants in their daily living through identified ‘Care at Home’ tasks.
• Contributing to the prevention and management of challenging behaviour in Tenants, negotiating boundaries, identifying goals to promote acceptable levels of behaviour, as well as working positively and consistently with care plans and risk assessments to support and enable access to the wider community.
• Participating in the maintenance of accurate recording systems and reports (both manual and computerised) to meet agreed standards in line with administrative, regulatory and management purposes
• Complying with and having a sound working knowledge of necessary legislative requirements as laid down through the care standards and recognising the impact of following these standards on the overall provision of service.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Having awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

Essential:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals
• Ability to work with individuals who may display challenging behaviour.
• Ability maintain accurate records
• Basic I.T. skills (e.g. – e-mails)
• Record keeping
• Problem solving
• Using initiative
• Organisational Skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Personal Qualities:

Essential:

• Approachable
• Evidence of ability to manage challenging behaviour.
• Willingness and ability to carry out physical care tasks e.g. toileting
• Ethical
• Flexible
• Team-worker (working in a small team)

Other Job Requirements:

To comply with the registration and qualification requirements as laid down by the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC) and to strictly adhere to the SSSC Codes of Practice.

Ability to work in an environment with service users who demonstrate challenging behaviour as well as being able to respond effectively to this, using and training in Behavioural Support Strategies (BSS) following VSA standards and procedures.

Implementation of communication and learning strategies such as TEACCH, PECS etc

**In order to facilitate the transport of staff to and from our Linn Moor campus, VSA operates a staff bus in the morning, afternoon and evenings to cover all applicable staff shifts**

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker covering various areas across Aberdeen. We have Full & Part-time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: Flexible full and part time working hours

Rota: This role has shifts available from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis. You must be able to work every second weekend.

Location: Variable locations, caring for service users in their own home/sheltered housing. Driving license would be beneficial but not essential. Salary: £12.81 per hour

We offer our Support/Care Workers 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,
• Access to our employee discount scheme

VSA is proud to be part of Granite Care Consortium which is made up of local 3rd & private sector providers with decades of experience in delivering health and social care services. The Consortium was set up so that people have quick and easy access to person-centred, integrated care so that they feel supported, safe and well.
You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities to maintain their independence while living at home, or in sheltered housing.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Start your career journey with VSA today!

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• Ability to write short reports
• Ability maintain accurate records
• Basic I.T. skills (e.g.-mails)
• Record keeping
• Problem solving
• Using initiative
• Organisational Skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Qualifications:Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare (or equivalent) within 3 years of appointment or as determined by VSA.

VSA currently has an exciting new opportunity available to join our Aberdeenshire Carers Service as a Carer Advisor- Hospital Discharge working with Adult Carers, Young Carers and their Families across Aberdeenshire. 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 p/h or £25,761.49 p.a.

Location: Working from Home (however this role will include home visits to Carers, work within NHS Grampian Hospital settings within Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City, as well as community engagement sessions/drop in's, which will be delivered in and around Aberdeenshire). 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: Aberdeenshire Wide with travel to Aberdeen City

• 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:

The purpose of this role is to provide early support to unpaid carers across Aberdeenshire who are caring for an individual who requires support to be included in the discharge planning process from hospital. You will make an effective contribution to the provision of appropriate information, advice, support, guidance and access to services for unpaid carers. You will also support the carer in preparing a Young Carer Statement / Adult Carer 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 detailing the impacts and supports required to support carers to continue in their caring role.
• 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 providing information on services available locally, giving details which can be accessed by carers.
• Work within Aberdeenshire giving talks to raise awareness of carers’ issues.
• Advising, guiding and supporting young and adult carers 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 feedback of carers.
• Investigating the nature and extent of on-going unmet needs of carers, and determining ways of meeting those needs in accordance with available resources.
• Regularly reviewing needs of carers in light of changing and evolving circumstances, ensuring that support and information given is relevant and appropriate and in line with current local and national legislation and guidelines.
• Exploring and developing effective communication and informal networks amongst a wide range of individuals, including young and adult carers, volunteers, groups, agencies and health & social care professionals.
• Any other tasks which may arise from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the post-holder’s capabilities.

What we are looking for in our Carer Advisor:

Qualifications/Training/Education: Essential:

• Awareness and understanding of the role of unpaid carers

Desirable:

• A qualification in Community Work, Social Work, Nursing or Hospital based experience or relevant post qualifying training e.g. safeguarding
• Awareness and knowledge of current legislation relating to:
• Children and Child Protection issues e.g. the Children’s Act (Scotland) 1995
• Adult Protection issues e.g. The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007
• Disability issues e.g. the Disability Discrimination Act 1995.
• Carers Right e.g Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 and Care Reform (Scotland) Act 2025

Experience: Essential:

• Demonstratable experience of working within the health & social care sector

Desirable:

• Demonstrable knowledge and/or experience of working with young people and adults
• Experience of working with carers.
• Experience of multidisciplinary meeting / case conferences / discharge planning

• Relevant post qualifying training e.g. Safeguarding & Child or Adult Protection.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

Essential:

• Ability to relate with both adults and young people.
• Well developed interpersonal skills e.g. communication, listening, counselling and negotiating skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good IT skills
• Insight when dealing with conflicting demands.

Personal Qualities: Essential:

• Ability to use own initiative and work as part of multiple teams within health & social care.
• Self-reliance, and ability to work under pressure.

Desirable:

• Appreciation of Community Care issues.

Other Job Requirements:

Essential:

• Flexible approach to working hours- availability to work evenings and weekends (on a planned basis).
• To ensure the protection of children and vulnerable adults whilst adhering to current legislation and national/local policies and guidelines.
• Observe Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy as per Agency procedures and adhere to Child Protection guidelines.
• Observe Adult Support & Protection Policy as per Agency procedure and Aberdeenshire HSCP Adult Support & Protection Procedures
• Full and Clean Driving License and access to a vehicle.
  
  

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years. Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential. VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages.

At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well being through a range of residential and outreach support Services. Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA have an exciting opportunity available to join our care at home team as a Support/Care Worker working in Bridge of Don and the surrounding areas. We have Part-time permanent positions available and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Hours: Relief or Part Time - 24 and 30 hours available per week.

Rota: This role offers flexible working, with shifts available from 7am and latest shift finishing at 10pm. Rotas are reviewed on a fortnightly basis, we will be taking the lead from successful candidates on the hours/ days they are available to work. You must be able to work every second weekend.

Location: Bridge of Don and surrounding areas, caring for service users in their own home. Drivers preferred who have drivers license and own transport. Applicants must be familiar with the area and would be preferential if also reside nearby. Salary: £12.81 per hour

• Fuel Allowance
• 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,
• Access to our employee discount scheme

You will have the opportunity to support a variety of clients with a range of disabilities, various health and support needs to maintain their independence while living at home.

We are welcoming applications from motivated, compassionate and responsible candidates. Experience within a care setting is preferred, but we accept applications from individuals who are looking to progress with a career in Health & Social Care.

You will also have the added benefits of extensive training as well as the opportunity to work in a role giving great job satisfaction.

Successful applicants will be providing support to individuals in their own home setting.

Start your career journey with VSA today!

Purpose of Job:

To contribute to the provision of quality services to meet the needs of service users, according to agreed VSA standards, policies and regulatory requirements.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.
• Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.
• Supporting service users in their daily living, according to their recognised and agreed needs, providing personal care where necessary, adhering to practices which promote well-being, choice, and treating people with dignity and respect.
• Assisting service users in developing and maintaining social networks and relationships.
• Assisting and encouraging service users to develop skills and knowledge to live as independently as possible, if appropriate, with reference to the risk assessment process.
• Participating in the development, implementation and review of personal plans with service users.
• Supporting service users appropriately when they experience a significant life change or loss.
• Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.
• Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the postholder’s capabilities.
• Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

• Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals.
• Ability to write short reports
• Ability maintain accurate records
• Basic I.T. skills (e.g.-mails)
• Record keeping
• Problem solving
• Using initiative
• Organisational Skills
• Good interpersonal skills

Qualifications:Willingness and ability to achieve SCQF Level 6 in Social Services and Healthcare (or equivalent) within 3 years of appointment or as determined by VSA.

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.

What we are looking for in our Carer Advisor:

Qualifications/Training/Education: Essential:

• Awareness and understanding of the role of unpaid carers

Desirable:

• A qualification in Community Work, Social Work, Nursing or Teaching Relevant post qualifying training e.g. safeguarding
• Awareness and knowledge of current legislation relating to Children and Child Protection issues e.g. the Children’s Act (Scotland) 1995, or Adult Protection issues e.g. The Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 and to Disability issues e.g. the Disability Discrimination Act 1995.

Experience: Essential:

• Demonstrable experience of working with young people and youth issues
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Adult Carers Service

Desirable:

• Relevant post qualifying training e.g. Safeguarding & Child or Adult Protection.
• Experience of working with carers.

Key Skills/Aptitudes:

Essential:

• Ability to relate to young people.
• Well developed interpersonal skills e.g. communication, listening, counselling and negotiating skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Good IT skills
• Insight when dealing with conflicting demands.

Personal Qualities: Essential:

• Ability to use own initiative.
• Self-reliance, and ability to work under pressure.

Desirable:

• Appreciation of Community Care issues.

Other Job Requirements:

Essential:

• Flexible approach to working hours- availability to work evening and weekend (on a planned basis).
• To ensure the protection of children and vulnerable adults whilst adhering to current legislation and national/local policies and guidelines.
• Observe Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy as per Agency procedures and adhere to Child Protection guidelines.
• Observe Adult Support & Protection Policy as per Agency procedure and Aberdeenshire H&SCP Adult Support & Protection Procedures
• Full and Clean Driving License and access to a vehicle.
  
  

If our Carer Advisor role sounds like you, then click “Apply” below and start your career with VSA

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years.

Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential.

VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages. At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services.

Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join Craigton Grove as a Support Worker. Our Craigton Grove service is housing support for adults with learning difficulties in Peterculter, Aberdeen. At Craigton Grove we provide agreed person-centred support to each tenant, and is staffed 24-hours a day which includes sleep-in cover as required. The main aim of the service is to support tenants to maintain their tenancies and be as independent as possible, which is enabled by agreed support planning.

This will be a Part-time position and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits:

Hours: 28 hours per week

Rota: 7 days a week rota where you will be required to work roughly 4 shifts over 7 days - a variety of shifts including earlies /lates and alternate weekends. There will also be a requirement for 2-3 sleepovers per month.

• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend - Receive £220 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

About the role:

As a Support Worker of this busy service you will be required to provide a quality service in order to meet the identified needs of service users, in line with specified VSA standards, policies, codes of practice and regulatory requirements, managing resources effectively within an agreed financial framework.

Responsibilities of our Support Worker will include: -

Guiding and actively supporting Tenants in Housing Support tasks while they re-learn or maintain skills necessary for remaining in their Tenancy.

Supporting service users as Tenants in their daily living through identified ‘Care at Home’ tasks.

Taking the lead in planning, monitoring and reviewing service delivery plans to meet individual needs and preferences, within budgetary and funding constraints.

Overseeing and participating in the maintenance of accurate recording systems and reports (both manual and computerised) to meet agreed standards in line with administrative, regulatory and management purposes

Complying with and having a sound working knowledge of necessary legislative requirements as laid down through the care standards and recognising the impact of following these standards on the overall provision of service.

Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.

Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.

Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.

Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the post holders' capabilities.

Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

What we are looking for in our Support Worker:

Ability to communicate well with individuals

Ability to maintain accurate records

Basic I.T. skills

Record keeping

Problem solving

Using initiative

Organisational Skills

Good interpersonal skills

If our Support Worker role sounds like you, then click “Apply” below and start your career journey with VSA today!