Upmo - Project Worker, 30 Hours [Prestonpans]

We’re looking for Project Workers to join our team at Upmo!

In this role, you’ll work closely with adults with learning disabilities and autism who attend our services; providing support within our workshop based projects and activities to assist them to build their independence and live fulfilling lives.

We currently have vacancies in our team based in Prestonpans in East Lothian to support our growing student population. If you’re eager to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Details

Working Hours: 10:00 – 16:00, Monday – Friday, with our 'full time' hours at 30 per week.

Available Contracts:

• 30 hour contracts available

Pay: Upmo is a Living Wage Employer. The rate of pay for this role is currently £13.45.

Holiday:

• 30 days per year (pro rata)
• Inclusive of Upmo's regular closure during the Christmas/New Year period
• Enhanced at 3 years’ service by an additional day (pro rata) per year thereafter, up to a maximum of 5 days

About the role

As a Project Worker, you will be part of an enthusiastic and creative team who provide daily support to adults with learning disabilities and autism as they participate in workshop activities of their choosing within our site-based services, and café sites.

The primary function of a Project Worker is to provide 1:1 support to students within workshop sessions. You will work closely with both individuals and groups to help them engage, participate, and achieve their personal goals in a safe and supportive environment.

You will also be expected to assist with personal care tasks throughout the day, where required. This includes support with toileting needs, other private hygiene tasks, and eating and drinking. All personal care must be delivered with dignity, respect, and sensitivity.

There are opportunities for Project Workers to take on a more active leadership role within workshops as a workshop facilitator. This aspect of the Project Worker role focuses on leading workshop activities, and involves contributing to the planning, delivery, and record keeping of workshop activities to ensure they align with our RISE curriculum with support from our Curriculum Leads.

To Apply

To apply, please click on the application link and complete our online application form.

Further Info

If you have any questions or would like to know more, please don’t hesitate to contact our HR Manager, Craig Batstone at HR@upmo.org, or give us a call on 0131 608 3511.

Upmo aims to ensure that no candidate is subject to unlawful discrimination, either directly or indirectly, on the grounds of gender, race (including colour, nationality or ethnic origin), disability, sexual orientation, marital status, part time status, age, religion or belief.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of autistic and learning-disabled adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to help maintain a safe and secure environment for all service users.