Young People's Worker (22.5hrs) - Options Aberdeen

Aberlour; Aberdeen City; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Résumé du poste

Aberlour’s Options Aberdeen delivers flexible support for children and young people with complex disabilities, including residential short breaks, care at home and in the community. You’ll work in a safe, nurturing environment that feels like home, helping families recharge while children gain confidence and new experiences.

Join a team that values impact, development, and collaboration. The role involves evenings, weekends and sleepovers, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, teamwork and

Description du poste

“Our children and young people have fun, feel loved & included, and go home with a smile.”Join Our Team at Options Aberdeen

Options Aberdeen is a unique service created through a dynamic partnership between Aberlour and Aberdeen City Council. We deliver a flexible range of support - residential short breaks, care at home, and care in the community - tailored to meet the needs of children and young people with complex disabilities. When families trust us with their child’s care, they know we provide a safe, nurturing, ‘home-from-home’ environment. This gives parents the chance to recharge while their child enjoys new experiences, builds confidence, and makes lasting friendships. Working with us is not about quick fixes - it’s about making a real difference over time. You’ll help children achieve small, meaningful steps that lead to life-changing progress. It’s challenging work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

Why join Options Aberdeen?

Impact that matters: Every day, you’ll make a positive difference in the lives of children and families. Career development: We’ll support you to consolidate your skills and build new ones, opening doors to future opportunities. Team culture: Be part of a respected service with a strong reputation for excellence. Variety and growth: No two days are the same - you’ll gain experience across residential care, community support, and family engagement. If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want a role where your contribution truly counts, we’d love to hear from you.

Family feedback

“Aberlour Options Aberdeen for us has been a godsend. Our lives have changed at home. They listen to your views and try and help with whatever is the problem.” Parent.

What We’re Looking For

Are you ready for a new challenge and the chance to build on your existing skills? At Options Aberdeen, you’ll join an inclusive, supportive team where your development matters. Our experienced Lead Practitioners will provide guidance and mentoring to help you grow in confidence, enhance your skills, and deliver outstanding care for the children and young people we support. We welcome individuals who can bring their own experience and expertise to complement our team. But if you’re just starting your career in social childcare, you’ll also be a valued addition. In return for your commitment and hard work, we’ll invest in your training and development so you can thrive in your role. We are looking for candidates with enthusiasm, motivation and a caring nature with a commitment to working in a child-centred, outcomes-focused way. Candidates will have a collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to care and support plans that make a real difference. We are particularly interested in candidates with healthcare experience and skills to support children and young people with complex health needs in their own homes. This post is worked as part of a rota and includes, evenings, weekends and sleepovers. Please note, due to the nature of this role, a full, valid driving licence is essential and the driving of service vehicles will be required. You must have held your licence for at least 12 months. At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here.

What We Offer

As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we’ll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits here and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here. Please also read our recruitment privacy notice - Aberlour | Privacy notice.