Buddies Clubs and Services is a well established, professional organisation situated in the West of Glasgow providing clubs and activities for children/young people with additional support needs/disabilities who live throughout all of Glasgow and East Dunbartonshire. We aim to develop each child/young person’s self esteem and empower each child/young person to explore/develop new skills. Finally and just as importantly we look for each child/young person to participate and enjoy all activities develop and sustain positive relationships and friendships.
We are looking for an enthusiastic candidates to work throughout all of our vibrant services. There are various positions available for dedicated and reliable individuals. We are looking for interested individuals looking for full time work within our organisation. Hours may include evening and weekend work. All candidates would be required, if successful, to work with both vulnerable children and adults throughout all of our various services and personal care is part of the job role.
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications
We provide a comprehensive induction and training programme.
Our ideal Support Workers will be:
- Self-motivated with lots of energy and enthusiasm
- Dependable, friendly and caring
- Able to support in house activities and hobbies
- Confident and inspire the young people we support to achieve their outcomes
- Be adaptable and calm under pressure
- Willing to work and around different and challenging behaviours
Ideally you will also have an appropriate Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) required qualification, as determined by your SSSC registration or willingness to work towards this. The postholder could potentially be offered the chance to carry out the qualification fully funded.
Continuous Professional Development and full training is offered. You will require to become a Protecting Vulnerable Group Scheme (PVG) member and be able to provide two satisfactory references prior to starting this post. The postholder will be required to register with the SSSC upon commencing work, if not already registered. All postholders are eligible to apply to the Blue Light Card Scheme which offers discounts on various amenities - restaurants, holidays, shopping, fashion, insurance etc. Company pension scheme is available. 28 days holiday pro-rata inclusive of public holidays.
Salary: Starts at £10.45 per hour for probationary period then potential to rise to £11.70 per hour dependent upon the possession of relevant qualifications.
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £10.45-£11.70 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
Physical setting:
- Day centre
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
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