Transitions Lead Support (Female)

Diverse Abilities; Bonnybridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Scotland is seeking a FEMALE Lead Support for their Children’s Team. This role involves providing domiciliary support, managing staff, and ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young adults. The position requires a valid UK driving license and a Diploma Level 3 or willingness to obtain one. Benefits include paid training, a cycle-to-work scheme, and long service awards.

Benefits

Paid training and support for diploma courses

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Auto-enrolment pensions

Paid holiday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Full UK Manual driving licence (held for at least 2 years) and vehicle insurance for business use.
• Experience of leading a team in a health and social setting.
• Willingness to work towards Diploma Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Provide domiciliary support to children and young adults.
• Manage and direct staff in line with working values.
• Lead emergency interventions and administer medications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Education

Diploma Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Children’s Team - Shapes Transition Service and Lawford Lodge Transition Respite Home

45 hours per week over 4 days - 3 x 12.5 hour shifts plus a 7.5 hour shift. Working every other weekend.

To ensure positive outcomes and the continual safety, health, and well-being of the children, young people, and young adults using Children’s Services, provide domiciliary support to those accessing Shapes and Lawford Lodge transition respite home.

*Due to the current demands on the service, we require a FEMALE Lead Support*

Take responsibility for a child/young person within the home and/or in the community.

Adhere to the highest standards of Safeguarding Procedures, including completing body map forms as required.

Act as a role model for staff.

Manage and direct staff in line with Diverse Abilities’ working values.

Attend and participate in staff meetings and discussions, playing an active role as part of the staff team.

Ensure up-to-date Care Plans are maintained on Nourish for the children/young adults supported.

Follow medication regimes and be capable of intervening with medical interventions (e.g., administering rescue medications for epilepsy).

Take responsibility for dispensing and administering medications to children and young adults, including tablets, liquids, PEG feeding, and nebulisers.

Lead emergency interventions for young people as necessary.

Support children and young adults in fulfilling their social and emotional needs through play and activities.

Advocate for children and young adults who cannot articulate their views, promoting their known preferences.

Participate in the On Call System.

Essential skills required:

• Full UK Manual driving licence (held for at least 2 years) and vehicle insurance for business use.
• Diploma Level 3 or equivalent (or willingness to work towards).
• Experience of leading a team in a health and social setting.

For full details on requirements and essential skills, please refer to the linked job description.

Commitment to safeguarding

Diverse Abilities is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults we support. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Please include a full work history in your application, including any employment gaps. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required before employment begins. The charity is an equal opportunities employer.

*By submitting an application, you agree to Diverse Abilities conducting a social media check. For more information, contact us at 01202 718266 option 3.

Benefits and bonuses

We offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including discounts via Blue Light Card, auto-enrolment pensions, paid holiday, and a cycle-to-work scheme. Details are available on our website.

Paid training and support for diploma courses are provided.

Long service awards are available at 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25+ years, including bonuses, vouchers, and additional paid time off.

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