Third Sector Vacancies

Due to expansion, we are lecruiting for the new role of Deputy Services Manager

The Deputy Services Manager (DSM) will play a key leadership role across SNAP’s services at two locations: Drummond School and The Haven Centre. This full-time post (35 hours per week) ensures high-quality provision for children and young people with additional support needs. The DSM is responsible for strong operational oversight, staff development, and delivering inclusive, safe, and engaging experiences aligned with SNAP’s core values: Fun, Friendships, Experiences, Respect. Working closely with, and reporting to, the Services Manager, the DSM will provide day-to-day support for the team, coordinating logistics, and contributing to strategic planning to ensure the continued success and growth of SNAP’s services.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Service Coordination (Across Both Locations)

Staff Rota Management, Team Support and Training

Programme & Activity Planning

Health & Wellbeing

Communication & Family Engagement

Administrative & Operational Oversight

To find out more information or to request an application form, please email with your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@snapinverness.org

Support Worker - Waking Night Responder

Location: Inverness

Position Available:

Shifts: Working 10pm-8am on a 4-week rolling rota. (Two out of four weekends).

Salary: £ 13.71 per hour

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence is essential

Gateway are looking for a Waking Night Support Worker with the passion to work with our fantastic teams.

You will have experience supporting vulnerable people in a residential setting and if you share our values and are willing to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people, we’d love to hear from you.

About Gateway

Established in 1998, Gateway is a charitable organisation with a relentless vision to support the most vulnerable people in our community - achieving a Gold ‘Investors in People’ award in recognition of our success. Through our range of high-quality care services and activities, we deliver comfort and security to vulnerable people in our various settings while offering lifestyles bursting with experiences and exciting learning opportunities.

About the Waking Night Shift Responder

Waking Night Shift Responder is a unique and innovative service supporting the Care at Home Services within the Inverness area throughout the night. This is a collaborative partnership between three local and established care providers who are committed to its success.

As a Waking Night Shift Responder Worker, you will be visiting service users in Inverness making a real difference to their lives, building trust and strong relationships and being able to deliver compassionate personal care and support throughout the nighttime, such as catheter care, continence care, medication and welfare checks. There will be planned support times within this role, however you will also be expected to respond to situations when they arise to deliver welfare and well-being checks and take referrals at times from the Out of Hours social work team.

Experience & Requirements

Ideally, you will have a background in supporting people with Care at Home needs and clients suffering from disabilities/autism/mental health, but a dedicated training programme will be given.

We do ask that you have a friendly, caring, positive attitude, and a willingness to help vulnerable adults.

Build professional, confidential and supportive relationships with your clients.

Respond promptly to alerts that an identified client needs support.

Monitor and use technological aids to meet people’s support needs.

Administer medication.

Meet personal care needs.

Use your own initiative and experience to problem solve.

Actively contribute to an effective team working within the service.

Maintain records in a concise and accurate manner.

Communicate effectively as part of a specialised multi-agency team.

Liaise with other agencies and professionals.

Qualifications: SVQ in Health and Social Care – consideration will be given to applicants who are already progressing within the vocational system.

What does Gateway have to offer you?

• Permanent part time/relief contract.
• Access to a pool car.
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Fully paid induction training, including shadowing and mentoring.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Fully paid PVG membership.
• Work Pension Scheme.
• The opportunity to sign up for the Charity Workers discount scheme, Blue Light Card and Discount for Carers schemes.

To arrange an informal chat about the role or to get an application pack, please contact Mrs Joanna Kennedy on 01463 718693 or send your CV and a covering letter to Mrs Alex Gilchrist CEO: alex.gilchrist@homelesstrust.org.uk

http://www.homelesstrust.org.uk

Charity Number: SC028837

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.71 per hour

Schedule:

• Night shift

Application question(s):

• Do you require Gateway to provide you with sponsorship?

Language:

• Fluent in English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Drivers licence (required)

Gateway is a dynamic multi-service charity dedicated to improving lives across Highland communities. We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Care Coordinator to join our Care at Home team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference while thriving in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

About the Role:

As a Care Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of our care delivery, responsible for ensuring high-quality, consistent, and person-centred care across Nairn, Inverness, and Gairloch. Your role will involve:

• Scheduling care visits for our team of Care at Home staff
• Liaising with service users, families, and professionals to ensure continuity of care
• Supporting the team with occasional hands-on care visits where necessary
• Participating in rotational on-call duties (with additional pay)
• Ensuring compliance with care standards and Gateway values

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in Care at Home services (essential)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly in a busy environment
• Competency in using care planning and scheduling systems- training provided
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (mileage is paid)

What We Offer:

• A supportive, values-led environment
• Paid mileage and on-call enhancements
• Opportunities for career development and training
• The chance to truly impact lives in your local community
• Pay rate £30000-£33000 experienced dependant

Join Gateway – where every schedule you build, and every visit you support, makes a difference.

Apply now Job Application Form | Homeless Trust Jobs or get in touch for more information about this rewarding opportunity on 01463 718693.

· Are you an excellent communicator?

· Are you passionate about empowering people who may be vulnerable?

· Do you believe that everyone has the right to be involved in decisions about their own life?

If you answer yes to the above, you may wish to apply to become an Independent Advocacy Worker with us!

Advocacy Highland is a leading Highland-wide voluntary organisation, providing person-centred, independent advocacy for people with mental ill health, dementia, learning disabilities and autism. We are an organisation driven by strong values and a firm commitment to choice, dignity and social inclusion.

As an Advocacy Worker in our team, you would be providing one-to-one advocacy for people aged 16 plus under the terms of the Mental Health (Care & Treatment) Act 2003.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and approachable individual who shares our values and commitment to helping empower vulnerable & marginalised people access their rights. Advocacy experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

Post holders must be resident in Inverness & Nairn area, and able to travel to our main office in Inverness, where the post is based. You must possess a full driving licence with access to personal transport. Travel to appointments and meetings will be necessary. Travel and out of pocket expenses will be paid.

The successful applicant will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Scotland check and two suitable references.

Further information and application form is available from our website, or by telephoning the office on 01463 233460.

Please submit your application as soon as possible. We will call a closing date once a suitable number of applications have been received.

Join Voluntary Action Lochaber as a ‘Care to Connect’ Project Co-ordinator. Support Unpaid Carers (25+) across Lochaber through outreach, drop-ins, and volunteer coordination.

Voluntary Action Lochaber is seeking a committed and motivated Project Coordinator to help develop and lead our 'Care to Connect' project. The project aims to deliver drop-in and outreach support to Unpaid Adult Carers (aged 25+) across Lochaber. The post is full-time for 2 years with the potential of further longer-term funding from NHS Highland. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

As Project Co-ordinator, you will

• deliver drop-in and outreach services, helping carers access vital support, resources, and social connections.
• work collaboratively with volunteers, Third-Sector organisations, and Statutory Partners to help reduce isolation, raise awareness of carers’ rights, and promote emotional wellbeing.
• develop tailored support plans, recruit and support volunteers, promote the project, including to underrepresented groups and evaluate and report on progress.
• have exceptional interpersonal skills, a commitment to promoting equality, and experience working in community settings.
• be experienced and confident working independently, well-organised, and passionate about holistic person-centred support.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver the Care to Connect service for unpaid carers aged 25+,
• including drop-in and outreach support across Lochaber.
• Co-design and review activity plans with unpaid carers to support their self-identified goals.
• Support project development, including contributing to policies, procedures, and sustainability planning.
• Provide holistic, face-to-face support across Lochaber to engage with carers, volunteers, and partners.
• Travel will be required - a full driving licence with access to a car or access to transport.
• Maintain accurate digital records, monitor project outcomes using Voluntary Action Lochaber’s digital platform and Outcome Star.
• Produce reports and evaluations, including funder reports, impact case studies, and performance data.
• Collaborate with the wider Voluntary Action Lochaber team, stakeholders, funders, and third sector partners.
• Recruit, induct, and support volunteers, matching them with carers based on interests and needs, in line with the Volunteer Charter and Highland Hospice Helping Hands.
• Represent the organisation at local and national events and consultations.
• Stay informed on relevant legislation and strategies affecting unpaid carers.
• Promote the Care to Connect project across Lochaber and develop referral pathways to reach underrepresented groups.
• Support participant transitions beyond the project by working with partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support the organisation’s objectives.

For a full application pack, contact: admin@valochaber.org

Closing Date: Monday, 1st September 2025

Interviews will be held on Friday, 19th September

Please note we do not accept CV's

For an informal conversation, please contact margaret.standen@valochaber.org

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey.

We are Key, an organisations that support disabled people of all ages to make everyday matter.

Our teams know that good support is essential for a good life, and so we work alongside every person we support and their family to help them live life to the full. The films at the bottom of this page will tell you more about us and what it means to be a support worker. You can also check out the support worker job descriptions for more details on the job itself.

We are recruiting now in your area and can offer Full Time and Part Time contracts. Join us in making every day matter!

We are passionate about being the best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team, you will be eligible for the following:

• Main Grade Hourly rate of £12.60 (Pay Award Pending)
• Induction and Relief Register rate £12.60.
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.60.
• Enhanced rate for waking nights.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Payment of annual SSSC fees for contracted Support Workers.
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Access to Costco Membership.
• Access to Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter!

The Highland Good Food Partnership (HGFP) is looking for a Chief Executive to help us grow and strengthen a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable food system in the Highlands.

About the Role

• Salary: £22,500 (£45,000 FTE)
• Hours: 17.5 hours per week (2.5 days)
• Location: Home-based, with some travel required
• Contract: Funded for an initial 3 years

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to food and community life across the Highlands. We are seeking someone who is both passionate about food sustainability and compassionate in their approach to leadership.

As Chief Executive, you will:

• Lead and coordinate HGFP’s work to support a thriving, resilient food system.
• Collaborate with partners to shape a Highland food strategy.
• Deliver Regional Food Group and Sustainable Food Places objectives.
• Build strong relationships across public, private, and community sectors.
• Secure resources and opportunities to sustain HGFP into the future.

You’ll be joining a small, committed team and a wide network of partners who care deeply about the future of food in the Highlands. Together, we aim to inspire positive change and create practical solutions that work for everyone.

The full job description and person specification can be found here: https://highlandgoodfood.scot/chief-exec/

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short letter explaining your interest in the role to recruitment@highlandgoodfood.scot.

• Closing date: Friday 5 September, 6.00 pm
• Interviews: 11 – 12 September, Inverness

MAIN DUTIES

1. Responsible for the day to day management of retail across all three charity shops including the till systems and social media presence. Assist with Ebay sales.

2. Responsible for the development, management and coordination of the volunteer team including training and support. When required, provide one-to-one support for volunteers or trainees. Organise the weekly shop rotas.

3. Develop shop sales and Gift Aid profits through retail merchandising and robust pricing frameworks.

4. Ensure all procedures are followed, including financial management and Health & Safety. Maintain paper files and records for cleaning and maintenance systems as required.

5. Manage incoming donations and ensure minimum waste through development of secure waste streams.

6. Assist with events, marketing and PR of the shops, including preparing meeting rooms for bookings.

7. Attend training as required to be in line with current legislation.

Caberfeidh Horizons reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the Company’s business. The particular duties and responsibilities may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the job or the level of responsibility.

For an application pack and further information, please either check our website or

contact Helen Armour, General Manager on 01540 661000 / 662846 or email: info@caberfeidhhorizons.org

Family Support Workers provide one-to-one holistic, information, advice and support to families across Highland via phone/email/online, supporting and enabling them to improve their lives by building their confidence, empowering them to recognise their personal expertise and value, implement practical support strategies, access services, know their rights, and have their voices heard.

The Family Support Worker will also have a specific locality remit (Mid Ross, Caithness and Skye, Lochalsh and Wester Ross): for 1) face-to-face support activities in collaboration with local organisations and communities and 2) building relationships with local partners and communities to a) improve our reach and impact and b) identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration to effectively meet local needs within the resource available.

Please see job application pack/Good Moves advert for full details on how to apply.

About the Pathways to Recovery Project

Pathways to Recovery is a collaborative initiative between Spirit Advocacy, Connecting Carers, and NHS Highland. It supports people 18 and over who have lived experience and/or caring for someone who has lived experience in Mid and East Ross with their mental health and well-being by providing peer-led, relational support grounded in lived experience.

Peer Navigators work alongside individuals to help them make sense of their experiences, build confidence in navigating services, and feel empowered in their recovery.

The project aims to:

• Improve access to compassionate, person-led support.
• Reduce feelings of isolation, distress or being 'stuck'
• Strengthen collaboration between communities, services, and support networks
• Build local capacity through values-based training and partnership working

We are recruiting for two Peer Recovery Navigators to join our Highland-based team. The posts will work across Mid and East Ross, offering flexible and relational support depending on local needs.

Wherever possible, each Peer Recovery Navigator will provide continuity in the areas and communities they know best.

About the role

Peer Recovery Navigators draw upon their own lived experience to provide one-to-one and group-based relational support for people in Mid and East Ross who are navigating challenges relating to their mental health or wellbeing.

This is a strengths-based, person-led role where peer relationships are grounded in mutuality, empathy, and trust. Peer Navigators act as knowledgeable allies – walking alongside individuals as they connect with services, rediscover a sense of purpose, and define their own recovery.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact John Beaton, Chief Executive Officer, at john@spiritadvocacy.org.uk or call 07553 206666

About the Pathways to Recovery Project

Pathways to Recovery is a collaborative initiative between Spirit Advocacy, Connecting Carers, and NHS Highland. It will support people 18 and over who have lived experience and/or caring for someone who has lived experience in Mid and East Ross with their mental health and well-being by providing peer-led, relational support grounded in lived experience.

• Peer Navigators work alongside individuals to help them make sense of their experiences, build confidence in navigating services, and feel empowered in their recovery. The project aims to:
• Improve access to compassionate, person-led support
• Reduce feelings of isolation, distress or being 'stuck'
• Strengthen collaboration between communities, services, and support networks
• Build local capacity through values-based training and partnership working

We are recruiting a Peer Recovery Co-ordinator to lead and support the development of this project. The Co-ordinator will ensure the project’s values and aims are realised across both areas by supporting two Peer Navigators, maintaining key partnerships, and embedding reflective practice.

About the role

The Peer Recovery Coordinator leads the delivery of peer-led support across Mid and East Ross, ensuring safe, trauma-informed, and relational practice across the team. They will work closely with Peer Recovery Navigators, support reflective practice, and maintain strong partnerships with Connecting Carers, NHS Highland, and third-sector organisations.

This leadership role is rooted in values-based supervision, lived experience, and collaboration. The Coordinator ensures that participants feel supported, peer staff feel valued, and the overall project is responsive, safe, and effective.

For an informal discussion about the role, contact John Beaton, Chief Executive Officer, at john@spiritadvocacy.org.uk or call 07553 206666.

We are looking to recruit 2 Residential Workers to join our team in Inverness, you will work 30 hours per week working in a residential house which is home for up to five young people. We have a core team of Residential Workers who support our young people, helping them to achieve and overcome the challenges they face. At Aberlour, we believe that every child deserves the change to flourish regardless of their background and the circumstances that have brought them to live with Aberlour. Working therapeutically with the young people our aim is to help the young people to develop their confidence and self-worth and therefore to maximise their potential and opportunities for living fulfilled and happy lives. As a Residential Worker, you will play a fundamental role in ensuring that our young people are working towards their goals through supporting them with different daily activities. These activities can include college, different hobbies and attending fun groups. Not without its challenges and demands, this is a highly rewarding role.

This service operates a residential rota and, as part of this, you will be expected to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Shifts are set on a monthly basis, however may be altered to suit the needs of the service.

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.

About the Community Link Worker Service

The Community Link Worker service collaborates with selected GP surgeries – supporting adults over the age of 18 through social prescribing. Referrals are received from the GP to our Community Link Workers when there might be a concern caused by social factors, rather than a medical problem. The service focuses on improving health outcomes for people experiencing stressors in their lives due to social problems, which could lead to poor mental health.

About the Role

As a Senior Community Link Worker, you will have a developmental role as well as providing on-going support. You will be responsible for developing positive, working relationships between the Community Link Worker team, Primary Care and local community resources. You will work to ensure that people referred from Primary Care to the Community Link Worker service benefit from community resources which can contribute to improvement of their mental and physical health outcomes. You will contribute to community development in your local area of work by working with community organisations.

You will carry case loads for on-going work with specific individuals for developing and reviewing personal support plans, and provide oversight of personal support plans designed and implemented by Community Link Workers. Working closely with Community Link Workers in a guidance and/or support and supervision role, you will promote good working practice and staff development.

You will also ensure that the Community Link Worker service provides an environment where people can improve their health outcomes, establish improved connections in their communities and enhance their quality of life.

About the Community Link Worker Service

The Community Link Worker service collaborates with selected GP surgeries –
supporting adults over the age of 18 through social prescribing. Referrals are
received from the GP to our Community Link Workers when there might be a
concern caused by social factors, rather than a medical problem. The service
focuses on improving health outcomes for people experiencing stressors in their
lives due to social problems, which could lead to poor mental health.

About the Role

As a Senior Community Link Worker, you will have a developmental role as well
as providing on-going support. You will be responsible for developing positive,
working relationships between the Community Link Worker team, Primary Care
and local community resources. You will work to ensure that people referred
from Primary Care to the Community Link Worker service benefit from
community resources which can contribute to improvement of their mental and
physical health outcomes. You will contribute to community development in your
local area of work by working with community organisations.

You will carry case loads for on-going work with specific individuals for
developing and reviewing personal support plans, and provide oversight of
personal support plans designed and implemented by Community Link Workers.
Working closely with Community Link Workers in a guidance and/or support and
supervision role, you will promote good working practice and staff development.
You will also ensure that the Community Link Worker service provides an
environment where people can improve their health outcomes, establish
improved connections in their communities and enhance their quality of life.

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of Young Carers? Do you want to be part of a creative and dynamic team dedicated to ensuring Young Carers are seen, heard and supported? We are looking for an engaging, motivated and creative individual to join our team as a Young Carers Wellbeing Worker.

In this role, you will provide one-to-one support for primary aged Young Carers, where appropriate to support their mental health and wellbeing. You will work alongside the Young Carer Community Worker to organise, set up and participate in relevant activities and respite breaks, including monthly and holiday clubs. These opportunities offer Young Carers a much-needed break from their caring responsibilities.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of Young Carers in our community!

If you have any informal questions about the role, please contact Roisin, our CEO on 01463 723560 (Ext 301) or rconnolly@connectingcarers.org.uk

To apply for this role, please visit connectingcarers.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 11.59pm on Saturday 20th September 2025

We are seeking a finance professional who shares our passion for supporting unpaid Carers across Highland. As a key member of the Senior Management Team, the Head of Finance plays a vital role in strategic decision making and safeguarding the assets of Connecting Carers.

You’ll lead the finance function, including budgeting, accounting, and risk management while managing the Grant and Trust Officer and driving our organisation’s Fundraising Strategy.

Through your leadership, a dedicated team will deliver vital grants to unpaid Carers giving them the opportunity to take much needed breaks, recharge, and reconnect with themselves beyond their caring role. You’ll help ensure Carers feel seen, valued, and supported when they need it most.

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a meaningful difference in the lives of unpaid Carers.

If this sounds like the right role for you, we'd love to hear from you!

For informal enquires about the role please contact Roisin, our Chief Executive Officer on 01463 723560 (Ext: 301) / 0792 065 3631 or rconnolly@connectingcarers.org.uk

To apply for this role, please visit our website for the job description with person specification and an application form.

Closing date for applications is 11.59pm Saturday 20th September 2025

Are you a dynamic and creative individual with a passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people? We’re looking for an empathetic and approachable Young Carer Community Worker to support Young Carers in their caring journey, providing essential respite activities and a safe space for them to grow.

In this rewarding role, you’ll be at the heart of supporting Young Carers, helping them manage the challenges they face. You’ll also play a key role in educating professionals and the community about the unique struggles Young Carers face and how they can offer their support.

Key qualities we’re looking for:

• Creative and dynamic approach to problem-solving and activity planning
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
• Strong empathy and understanding, particularly when working with children
• Approachable and confident when working with both Young Carers and professionals
• Passionate about raising awareness and educating others on Young Carers’ needs
• Significant understanding and experience using variety of Microsoft products

If you're ready to make a positive impact, help Young Carers flourish, and lead the way in community support, we encourage you to apply!

If you have any informal questions about the role please contact Roisin Connolly, our CEO on 01463 723560 (Ext: 301) or rconnolly@connectingcarers.org.uk

For more information and how to apply for this role, please visit our website connectingcarers.org.uk

Closing date for applications is 11.59pm on Saturday 20th September 2025

Join Our Team – Membership & Administration Officer (Part-Time)
Are you passionate about supporting people to live well with long-term conditions? MySelf-Management SCIO is looking for a dedicated and organised Membership & Administration Officer to join our small, friendly team. This is a 14-hour per week, home-based role, funded for 12 months by the Improving Lives Lottery Fund, with the potential for extension.

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll help us grow and support our membership across Highland by managing communications, maintaining our database, managing our social media channels/website and assisting with events and outreach. You’ll be the first point of contact for many of our members, helping them access peer support, information, and training in self-management techniques. If you’re digitally confident, highly organised, and passionate about person-centred wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.

Highland via phone/email/online, supporting and enabling them to improve their lives by

building their confidence, empowering them to recognise their personal expertise and value. We further help families to implement practical support strategies, access services, know their rights, and have their voices heard.

Our Referral Coordinator is the first point of contact for our servicer users, whose main tasks involve operating our waiting list and triage system. They also complete a range of administrative tasks and supports with service delivery activities such as outreach events.

The Referral Coordinator will support the charity by:

• Providing emotional support, tailored information, and a ‘listening ear’.

• Answering enquiries in a confidential, caring, professional and supportive manner.

• Providing information timeously by phone, email, online or face to face.

• Signposting/referral to relevant and appropriate sources of information and support

• Overseeing our referrals process, including communication with service users, data capture, maintaining our referral form, scheduling appointments and supporting triage.

• Overseeing data input on our data management system (Salesforce).

• Supporting with resource development, including our websites.

• Interacting with social media platforms in line with the Thriving Families brand.

• Informing service users about the rights of children and young people in line with appropriate legislation including the Additional Support for Learning Act, the Children and Young People Act, the Carers Act and the UNCRC.

• Providing service users with information and advice which develops their knowledge and understanding about the needs of their children and young people who have additional support needs (ASN).

• Keeping up-to-date and accurate records in line with GDPR requirements and best practice, for both case management and monitoring/evaluation purposes.

• Supporting the day to day running of the charity as required by the Senior Family Support Worker and Chief Officer e.g. outreach events.

Application notes:

For a confidential discussion, please contact Chief Officer Sarah Fowler (sarah.fowler@thrivingfamilies.org.uk)

Applications should be sent to sarah.fowler@thrivingfamilies.org.uk with the subject line ‘Application for employment’ and include the following:

1. A CV, not more than two sides of A4 and including two referees, one of which should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be contacted if we make you a conditional offer of employment.

2. A Letter of Application to include

• What attracted you to the role (maximum 200 words)

• A general statement in support outlining how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification (maximum 1000 words)

Please note: When we shortlist the applications to see who we will interview, we will score the applications against the criteria in the person specification, looking for evidence that the applications meet the essential criteria. Please evidence how you meet the person specification in your application.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pioneering project supported by the Highland Community Planning Partnership’s Whole Family Wellbeing Programme.

Drummond School is a free-standing special school with over one hundred children with a wide range of highly complex health, medical and communication needs. Families and professionals have identified a need to ensure that the interface between families, their communities, school and medical care is well co-ordinated and communicated to ensure outcomes for the children are as positive as possible and the needs of the whole family are met wherever possible at the earliest stage.

The Family Links Worker will work alongside a ‘Family Health Worker’ (role title TBC) and existing designated support including Educational Psychology within Drummond School supporting families as:

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A dedicated resource to support families of Drummond School to enable and facilitate access to universal health and community supports for the whole family at the earliest point of need.

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Developing a whole family approach by working together, linking the Child’s Plan process to the needs of the whole family, co-ordinating and linking universal

services and communities with specialist health care where necessary.

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Improve support and confidence in the school environment to meet the health needs of the children, by becoming part of the Drummond School community.

Application notes:

For a confidential discussion, please contact Chief Officer Sarah Fowler (sarah.fowler@thrivingfamilies.org.uk)

Applications should be sent to sarah.fowler@thrivingfamilies.org.uk with the subject line ‘Application for employment’ and include the following:

1. A CV, not more than two sides of A4 and including two referees, including your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be contacted if we make you a conditional offer of employment.

2. A Letter of Application to include

• What attracted you to the role (maximum 200 words)

• A general statement in support outlining how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification (maximum 1000 words)

Please note: When we shortlist the applications to see who we will interview, we will score the applications against the criteria in the person specification, looking for evidence that the applications meet the essential criteria. Please evidence how you meet the person specification in your application.