Community Development & Social Enterprise
Disability
Equality & Law
Health
Housing & Homelessness
International Development
Learning
Local
Local Infrastructure Organisation
Older People
Other
Social Care
Youth
* Salary DOE (Pro rata). Contract term: Initially 12-months. Working days (hours): 3-days (22.5 hours)
Role
This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced individual to join a dynamic Scottish Charity with a global reach. Our vision is for every child and young person, wherever they are in the world, to be part of a safe and nurturing family, and our mission is to make this vision a reality.
We are seeking someone who understands the importance of early relationships and is as passionate as we are about making a global difference in whole family wellbeing and relationships.
The ideal candidate must have previous experience in working within the charity sector, have a track record of successful grant applications, and developing corporate partnerships with the ultimate aim of generating income or other non-monetary support to assist with securing the long-term sustainability and growth of Mellow Parenting.
Application notes
Application packs available below or by phoning/emailing: 0141 445 6066 / enquiries@mellowparenting.org
Closing date: 27th February 2025; Interviews will be 6th March 2025, it is expected that employment will commence as soon as possible thereafter.
Mellow Parenting, Unit 4, Six Harmony Row, Glasgow G51 3BA.
A company ltd by guarantee no: 349127 and a registered charity no: SC037384.
About Aberlour Glasgow Intensive Family Support Service (IFSS)
Aberlour will be working in partnership with the Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership and other Third Sector providers to promote the wellbeing of children and young people by offering caring and responsive support, something which is now needed more than ever as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Aberlour Glasgow Intensive Family Support will deliver the support families need, when they need it. The aim of the service is to ensure that children and young people can continue to flourish at home, at school, and in their local community.
What we are looking for
We are looking to recruit two Family Support Workers each working 37.5 hours per week, one post is offered on a permanent basis and the other is to cover a period of Maternity Leave (expected to end September 2025) within the team. You will work directly with families to nurture relationships, build on existing strengths and interests, help children and families build skills and confidence, and strengthen community connections. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that works for a period of up to 12 months with families to support and enable positive change and improve outcomes. Our ambition is to help children, young people, and families feel safe, confident, capable, and included, offering support when it is needed, including evenings and weekends. We believe in working alongside families, empowering them to lead positive change in their own lives.
We are looking for candidates who are experienced in working alongside vulnerable families to assess strengths and needs as well as plan, deliver, and evaluate interventions and strategies which enable families to thrive. You will have experience of child and adult protection issues. Experience of working within other childcare settings such as Residential Child Care will be considered.
You must share our vision that collaborative working and relationship-based early intervention is the best option for children and families who are feeling overwhelmed or excluded. Ideally, you will hold a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above, together with relevant experience of working directly with children or young people and their families. Not afraid to test new ways of working, you will bring a fresh, caring, and collaborative approach which recognises strengths and responds empathically to the needs of children, young people, and their families – this will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
To succeed in this role, you will need to work flexibly within a variety of locations across Glasgow City, including family homes, schools, and community settings.
What we offer
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme, and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity.
Do you want to make a difference to our children and young people?
Do you believe that every one of Scotland’s children and young people deserve the chance to flourish?
If so, this is the post for YOU!
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