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* 35 hours per week. Fixed term to 31 April 2027 (may be extended for a further 1+1 years dependent on funding)
* TCO
Role
GAMH are commissioned by Glasgow Carers Partnership to deliver support to unpaid Carers living within the North East of the city. Our service offers inclusive and holistic support to Carers to help maintain their quality of life and improve their health and wellbeing.
This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate, organised person to join an established Carers team. The primary focus of this post will be to source, develop and facilitate innovative training programmes and peer support opportunities for unpaid Carers and their families. In return, GAMH offers an attractive salary, excellent terms and conditions, and a fantastic package of additional benefits. The successful candidate will also benefit from a full supportive induction programme as well as a comprehensive and effective learning and development programme.
All applicants must be able to work flexibly; early morning, evening, and weekend working may be required.
These posts are regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.
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Are you an adaptable and experienced office manager with great administration and organisational skills? You could be just who we're looking for!
We're now on the lookout for a confident and experienced office manager to join our team as our Branch Co-ordinator. This role would be based in our Glasgow hub; however, there will be regular travel across our branches in the West of Scotland and Scottish Borders (travel expenses would be reimbursed as set out in Cornerstone's expense policy with travel reimbursed by HMRC legislation).
The Role
As part of our Branch Management team, you'll support our branches in the West of Scotland and Scottish Borders. You'll be a central point of contact, coordinating all administration and activity within our hubs, ensuring that your team provides first-class, supportive, and friendly administrative support to our branches.
You'll lead and manage our Branch Administrators with their responsibilities and support them in their continued development. Working closely with our Admin Lead, you'll also be involved in reviewing and developing administration procedures including archiving, quality checklists, and minute-taking. You'll also work closely with our Administrative Lead and Branch Co-ordinator in the North/East of Scotland to ensure consistency in our administrative support across the organisation.
For a full list of responsibilities, please see our attached role profile.
To take on this role, we'll need you to bring:
* A track record of successfully managing people, tasks, and using your initiative
* Proven experience of office-related computer software (e.g., Office 365, MS Teams)
* Creativity, drive, and the ability to implement innovative ideas to improve working practices
* A keen eye for detail with a proven track record of producing high-quality work
It would be great if you also have:
* Experience of contractual, statutory & legislative requirements relative to the role, including SSSC Codes of Practice & Care Inspectorate standards
* Experience in working in social care or the third sector
About Us
Established in 1980, Cornerstone is one of Scotland's largest charities with over 40 years' experience providing great care and support for adults and children with various support needs across Scotland.
We operate over 18 local authorities in Scotland and provide a wide range of services to over 2,000 individuals each year. Our focus is to encourage social inclusion, reduce loneliness, and improve health, independence, and wellbeing by working closely with the people we support and their families, setting personal goals with them, and ensuring they receive the care and support they need to live the best life possible.
We are always flexible and responsive in meeting the ever-changing needs of the people we support and work closely with individuals and families to agree on what sort of support will work best for them.
Our strategic aims
* To become an expert provider of services to people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex care needs
* To be the best employer in social care in Scotland
* To achieve stability and sustainability which supports future developments.
If you’re ready for a new challenge and can picture yourself in our fabulous team, what are you waiting for? Apply today! We're waiting to hear from you.
The successful candidate will undergo a standard Disclosure check through Disclosure Scotland.
Good communication skills to be able to work effectively with referrers and individuals using the service. Compassionate listening, be able to alleviate individual’s feelings of distress. Be highly resourceful in supporting individuals i.e., identifying coping strategies, self-management techniques, and onward referral where appropriate. Be confident and competent to apply risk assessment, safety planning, and escalation processes where appropriate. SVQ 3 or equivalent or willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential.
Appointment is subject to receipt of two satisfactory references. All staff will have Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Membership/Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check completed before any client contact commences.
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