Support Advisor (Frontline Manager) in Falkirk and West Lothian (West Lothian focussed)

Salary: £27,585 to £31,877 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Location: West Lothian

This is a permanent, full time vacancy that will close on 22nd July 2024 at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

The Brief:  We are recruiting a dedicated frontline manager to walk alongside a person we work for to help them manage their team. Initially, this is for one person we work for in the Livingston area then, once the right support is fully in place by a dedicated team of Personal Development Workers, you will reduce your own direct time and be in a position to offer support to other people we work for and their teams. As part of the role you will provide some direct support to the person, to role model, mentor and coach new team members. You will play a crucial role in helping the person recruit new team members. You will lead on ensuring the person receives high quality support which is personalised, meaningful and aspirational, and that the person we work for is empowered to enjoy everyday living and are part of the community they live in.

About You:  You will have experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism. You will be a people-person, authentic, assertive, flexible, patient, confident and resilient. You will also be a team player who can work to your own initiative and not be afraid to ask questions.

Your Skills:  You will manage Personal Development Workers to support people we work for to achieve their aspirations. You will be a resilient and motivated individual who is able to manage teams and support them to realise the aspirations of the people they work for. It is essential that you can demonstrate effective communication, IT skills, planning & prioritising of work, relationship building and multi-disciplinary working skills. A relevant qualification in line with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) requirements, (an SVQ 3 in Health & Social Care) or be willing to undertake study to achieve this.

Driving license and access to a car is preferred for this position but not a deal breaker so please do still apply if you have the experience mentioned above.

The Reward:  Be part of a dynamic, forward thinking organisation working actively to promote and implement a human rights based approach. As well as supporting people to live their best lives and being a key player in a dynamic team.

As part of the Falkirk and West Lothian team, this role is hybrid, working from home, the communities where people we work for live and occasional travel to work alongside peers in a set base within the area and attend meetings/training.

Benefits include:

• We cover PVG and SSSC fees.
• 30 days annual leave - rising to 35 days after 5 years
• Colleague Life Assurance (Death in Service benefit)
• Access to discount scheme
• Cycle to work and tech scheme
• Credit Union affiliation
• We are currently exploring flexible working options for all our colleagues.
• Health Plan

Apply Now or for further information call Claire Young, Area Lead on 07870 906 418