Dementia Services Manager — Scottish Borders (Travel Required)

Royal Voluntary Service; Hawick; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Volunteer leave

Sick pay

Death in Service

Family leave schemes

Discounts & cashback

24-hour doctor line

Counselling sessions

Training & development

Flexible working

Career progression

Job summary

Royal Voluntary Service is seeking a Service Manager for the Scottish Borders to lead the Dementia Support Service. The role covers four weekly groups and one monthly group across Eyemouth, Hawick, Galashiels and Jedburgh, with travel within the Scottish Borders.

You will recruit, train and manage staff and volunteers, oversee referrals, and ensure delivery aligns with funding agreements and the charity’s policies. The role includes staff development and performance targets.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English grade A-C or Scottish Higher qualification in English.
• Knowledge/experience of dementia.
• Understanding of the value of group activities for people living with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Plan activities and resources in advance, considering stages, requirements and timescales.
• Produce creative ideas and solutions, exploring new ways of working.
• Deliver objectives on time with a methodical approach.
• Communicate confidently with groups and individuals, writing clearly for the audience.
• Work collaboratively with others, supporting volunteers and staff.
• Support the volunteer experience and engage volunteers effectively.
• Ensure meals follow Food Safety processes and registration guidelines.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all activities.

Skills

Driving licence

Organisation

Communication

IT systems

Education

GCSE English & Maths A-C or Scottish Higher English

Job description

Royal Voluntary Service is seeking a Service Manager for the Scottish Borders to lead the Dementia Support Service. The role covers four weekly groups and one monthly group across Eyemouth, Hawick, Galashiels and Jedburgh, with travel within the Scottish Borders.

You will recruit, train and manage staff and volunteers, oversee referrals, and ensure delivery aligns with funding agreements and the charity’s policies. The role includes staff development and performance targets.