Youth Worker (Outreach) (Temporary) (MOR12271) - MOR12271
Moray Council - Elgin
£29,519 to £31,894 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Description Job Purpose: To deliver and develop learning opportunities and wider achievement for young people and vulnerable young adults in order for them to gain new skills and confidence, to make positive, informed lifestyle choices and become active citizens. To promote participation in activities and projects encouraging accreditation wherever possible and to make the process of learning as important as reaching the goals. To target and prioritise where appropriate social and educational intervention to those young people and vulnerable young adults who are at most risk of social, educational and economic exclusion. To help facilitate “Achievement through learning for young people” and deliver Curriculum for Excellence learning outcomes. Way of working: Community based youth work, largely working from the Aye Bus to deliver outreach and targeted youth work. School based work, delivery of youth work programmes with targeted groups Requirements This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act, it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. The successful candidate will therefore be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council. Responsibilities To identify and engage with young people, prioritising those who are most at risk of social exclusion, in order to support these individuals or groups to participate in community learning and development activities on the Aye Bus. To assist in the delivery of informal learning opportunities for young people, to encourage their involvement and active participation in decision-making processes locally, Moray-wide and nationally and support the development of youth engagement and participation. To assist youth workers and partner agencies to deliver the Scottish Governments Community Learning & Development agenda within a Community Planning context. To assist with regular consultations/needs assessment exercises with young people in order to ensure that the service is responsive to need. To plan, record, review and evaluate all work undertaken with young people in accordance with Moray Council Quality Assurance Framework for Community Learning & Development. To participate in staff meetings and training events as deemed appropriate by line-management. To ensure adherence to all policies and procedures of Moray Council. The Individual Experience of working with young people in a range of building-based and detached settings. Experience of delivering accredited opportunities. SQA National 5 or equivalent or above including English and Maths. Ability to work with young people and vulnerable young adults. Effective recording skills. Good ICT knowledge and skills Ability to develop and deliver programmes of activity Ability to develop community based projects. Ability to signpost young people to agencies. Group work experience. Ability to create opportunities based on learning outcomes. Experience in use of social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc Enjoyment of working with challenging young people. You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Moray to meet the operational requirements of the Service. Due to the rural nature of Moray, this is normally undertaken by use of a car/van. Effective communication, presentation and negotiation skills. Capacity to make decisions under pressure and to manage change. Form productive working relationships with colleagues. Appreciation, acceptance of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality. Willingness to accept direction/ delegation. Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service. Ability to work in an open plan office (if applicable). Ability to work in a range of settings from schools to detached work. Temporary Post until 30 April 2028 Closing Date: 16 October 2026 Starting Salary: £29,519 (pro rata) £15.66 per hour 21 hours per week For further information, contact Fiona Smith - 07771 980639
Read more
Joiner (Full Time) (Temporary) - REN15160
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£35,383 to £37,331 a year
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Advert Joiner (Temporary) Renfrewshire Councils, Building Services is looking to recruit Joiners. It is essential you have SVQ Level 3 of Joiner Apprenticeship, or equivalent. You will have experience of Joinery and associated works across a wide variety of different areas with the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Effective communication and written skills with the ability to communicate at all levels is also essential. You must have the ability to work with a wide range of people, adjust to changes in work demands at short notice and be flexible and able to facilitate fluctuating work. You may also undertake associated works across in other trade skills by multi skilling. Driving Licence is essential. Asbestos awareness experience is desirable but not essential as is Current CSCS Grade Card, or equivalent but cannot be accepted in place of qualifications. Please note that this post is temporary, subject to business needs and funding for 12 months or until the requirement for the post ceases, whichever date is the earlier. If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
Read more
Green Network Officer (Full Time) (Permanent) - REN15159
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£46,957 to £49,366 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Green Network Officer A Green Network Officer post has been created within the Place Strategy team of Renfrewshire Council’s Planning Service. The postholder will lead on and assist with a range of issues associated with Renfrewshire’s green network. You will lead on the preparation and implementation of the Council’s Local Biodiversity Action Plan, and the preparation of the Council’s Biodiversity Duty report. You will provide pragmatic ecological advice in relation to planning applications and the preparation of the Local Development Plan, and other plans and strategies prepared by the Council. You will lead on duties relating to food growing including the preparation of strategy, relevant reporting, and working with communities to promote food growing. You will lead on duties relating to outdoor access including the implementation of the Council’s Core Paths Plan, the running of a Local Access Forum, and dealing with enquiries and dispute resolution relating to outdoor access. You will lead on the preparation of a Forestry and Woodland Strategy for Renfrewshire and other strategy, policy and guidance relating to trees and woodland. Depending on knowledge and experience you may advise on other matters relating to trees and woodland. It is essential that you have a degree in ecology or a similar subject, and experience in the preparation and review of ecological strategies, plans and reports, and in the provision of advice on ecological matters, as well as experience of partnership working and report writing. It is desirable that you have experience of working with and supporting community and special interest groups. You will have the ability to analyse information and present your analysis clearly, and will have negotiation, dispute resolution and collaboration skills, as well as working knowledge of Microsoft 356 applications or equivalent, and a willingness to learn new applications and technology. You must have a positive attitude, and effective communication and customer skills, and be willing and able to travel across Renfrewshire to undertake site visits and attend meetings as required. It is desirable that you have an understanding of legislation relevant to the tasks associated with this post and familiarity with the land use planning system. You will have the ability to prioritise a demanding workload and to work under your own initiative with limited direction. A full current driving licence is desirable. If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, with the level of check determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.
Read more
Teacher (Business Studies) (Temporary) (Part Time) - REN15155
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£34,706 to £43,562 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Advert Based at Gleniffer High School Days of Work - Monday to Thursday To apply for this post you must also submit a report from your current Head Teacher. You can download a copy of the Report in the attachments below. Please note that once you have received your completed report from your Head Teacher, you must return it by email to jobs@renfrewshire.gov.uk If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk. Please see below school website address: www.glenifferhigh.renfrewshire.sch.uk/ Temporary until September 2027 subject to business requirements
Read more
Relief Homecare and Reablement Assistant, Uist (3356) - CNS06562
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar - Uist
£15.94 to £15.94 an hour
On-siteContractPart time
ADVERT: Relief Homecare & Reablement Assistant, Uist (3356) £15.94 per hour, inclusive of £1.55 Distant Islands Allowance The Home Care and Reablement Service is looking for relief staff who are caring, compassionate and reliable to join our team of skilled staff to support people living in our communities and enabling them to continue living at home. The service aim is to ensure a very good or excellent standard of care and support is provided at all times, based on person centred planning, compassion, dignity, respect and trust. If you would like to make a difference in the lives of people living in your local community this post could be for you. This is an extremely rewarding role and is highly valued by the recipients of the service and the wider community. The post requires a qualification at SVQ 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification to enable registration with SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council). New staff into the service will be supported to gain the qualification required within a short defined timescale to allow for career progression to the post of Home Care and Reablement Worker (£32,610 - £35,639 per annum, pro rata) inclusive of Distance Islands Allowance. A full UK driving licence is essential. The wearing and use of PPE is essential in this role. This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with Adults. It is vital you read the job description and person specification, in your Experience statement please detail how you meet each of the essential criteria we ask for in the person specification. Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. Closing Date: Monday 19 October 2026 Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Benefits for Employee: Fully funded SVQ Qualification in Health and Social Care. SSSC registration fees met by Employer PVG fees met by Employer Opportunity for career progression Employee Assistance Programme Pension Scheme Blue Light Card Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post. PRIOR TO APPLYING: It is vital that you download and read all of the attached documents to this advert before completing an application form. Guidance Notes for Applicants will explain our recruitment process and how to complete key information on your application so that you have the best chance of showcasing your skills and experience. Job Description and Person Specification must be read in order to complete the ‘Experience’ part of the application. You should refer to the person specification and detail where you meet each of the criteria and provide relevant examples of this in your application. Download and save the job description, person specification and any additional documents from the vacancy job advert as you will be unable to access these once the vacancy has closed. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools , such as Copilot and ChatGPT, may be used to support your application preparation, for example by generating ideas or checking spelling and grammar. However, all application responses must be your own work and accurately reflect your knowledge, skills and abilities, experience, qualifications, and achievements. Applications that appear to rely heavily on AI-generated content may not be progressed. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is authentic and based on your own experience. Application Updates : Please ensure your email address is entered correctly, as all correspondence regarding your application will be sent by email. We also recommend checking your inbox, junk folder, and your MyJobScotland account regularly for updates. MUS CUIR THU TAGRADH A-STEACH: Dèan cinnteach gum fosgail agus gun leugh thu gach bileag a tha an cois an t-sanais seo mus lìon thu a’ bhileag tagraidh. Mìnichidh Notaichean Stiùiridh do Luchd-tagraidh am pròiseas fastaidh againn agus mar bu chòir am fiosrachadh as deatamaiche a lìonadh a-steach san tagradh gus an am bi deagh chothrom agad do sgilean agus d’ eòlas a thaisbeanadh. Feumar an Cunntas Obrach agus an Sònrachadh Pearsanta a leughadh gus an earrann mu ‘Eòlas’ den tagradh a lìonadh. Bu chòir dhut a dhol a rèir an t-Sònrachaidh Phearsanta gus cunntas mionaideach a thoirt air mar a tha thu a’ coileanadh gach puing agus eisimpleirean a thoirt seachad mar dhearbhadh. Dèan leth-bhreac agus sàbhail an cunntas obrach, an sònrachadh pearsanta agus bileag sam bith eile bhon t-sanas oir cha tèid agad air am faotainn aon uair agus gun tèid am fiosrachadh mun obair a thoirt sìos. Faodar Goireasan Tuigse Innealta (AI) a leithid Copilot agus ChatGPT a chleachdadh gus do chuideachadh a’ deasachadh tagraidh , mar eisimpleir airson beachdan a thional no gràmar no litreachadh a cheartachadh. Ach, ’s e d’ obair fhèin a dh’fheumas a bhith ann am fiosrachadh sam bith a thèid dhan tagradh a thaobh d’ eòlais, sgilean agus comais, d’ fhiosrachaidh, do theisteanasan agus na choilean thu. ’S mathaid nach tèid gabhail ri tagraidhean a tha cus an innibh Tuigse Innealta. Le bhith a’ cur a-steach tagraidh, tha thu a’ dearbhadh gu bheil am fiosrachadh fìrinneach agus stèidhichte air d’ eòlas fhèin. Am fiosrachadh as ùire mu thagradh Dèan cinnteach gun cuir thu do sheòladh post-dealain a-steach ceart, oir ’s ann chun an t-seòlaidh sin a thèid fiosrachadh mun tagradh. Bhiodh e glic dhut a bhith toirt sùil air do bhogsa post-d, pasgan sgudail agus do chunntas MyJobScotland tric airson tuilleadh fiosrachaidh.
Read more
Support for Learning Assistants (Advanced) - FLK14670
Falkirk Council - Falkirk
£27,761 to £29,246 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Advert Falkirk Council are looking to recruit Support for Learning Assistants for St Francis Xaviers Primary School. You will provide support for teachers, early years professionals and children to enhance experiences and achievement for children. You will undertake a range of support activities with regard to general supervision, safety, care and well-being of the children. Good communication skills are essential and the role will require supporting children with mobility needs. You should enjoy working as part of a team. The school are looking to recruit to 2 posts, both working 25 hours per week Monday to Friday. These posts are temporary until April 2027 due to service requirement. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.
Read more
Health & Safety Adviser - FLK14668
Falkirk Council - Larbert
£43,908 to £47,593 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Advert Are you an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for a role where you can make a real difference? Falkirk Council is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Health & Safety Adviser to join our Health, Safety & Wellbeing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a large and diverse organisation, supporting a wide range of services while helping to improve health, safety and wellbeing standards across the Council. You will have the opportunity to support a diverse portfolio of services, providing both operational and strategic health and safety support. This an ideal role for an adviser who enjoys variety, challenge and the opportunity to influence positive change. You will play a key role in shaping the Council’s health and safety management arrangements, influencing positive behaviours, supporting risk management activities and contributing to the development of a strong safety culture. Working closely with staff at all levels, you will provide practical advice and support to help services manage risk effectively and continuously improve performance. This is a varied and dynamic role. You will support managers in identifying risks, developing suitable and sufficient control measures and embedding effective risk management practices. You will also contribute to the development of policies, procedures and guidance and support the analysis of incident data to drive continuous improvement. You will hold a NEBOSH National Diploma (or equivalent) and have a strong, up‑to‑date working knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice. You will have experience providing professional health and safety advice within a complex organisation and possess the communication and influencing skills needed to build effective working relationships at all levels. Experience within local government, the public sector or a similarly diverse operational environment would be advantageous, as would experience of working with Evotix Assure or other similar health and safety systems. This is a permanent, full-time position (37 hours per week). We offer a supportive, collaborative working environment and flexible, hybrid working arrangements to help balance your professional and personal commitments. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact John Walter, Senior Health, Safety & Wellbeing Adviser at john.walter@falkirk.gov.uk
Read more
Accountancy Assistant - FLK14667
Falkirk Council - Larbert
£32,217 to £34,552 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Advert An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated finance professional to join the Accountancy Services team as an Accountancy Assistant. Reporting to the Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality financial management and budgetary control across Council services. You will assist with budget preparation and monitoring, financial reporting, grant claim administration, reconciliations, statutory returns and financial investigations, helping to ensure sound financial governance and decision-making. The successful candidate will have strong analytical, organisational and communication skills, together with experience of working in a finance environment. An HNC in Accounting (or equivalent) and experience using Microsoft Office applications are essential. Previous experience of working as part of a team and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines are highly desirable. This role offers hybrid working, allowing employees to work both from home and in Council locations, to support business needs. We promote a balanced approach, ensuring staff have the right environment to collaborate with colleagues while also having the option to work independently when appropriate. Falkirk Council values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Contact Us For more information regarding this role, contact Kris Hendry at kris.hendry@falkirk.gov.uk Find out what else Falkirk has to offer: Visit Falkirk: https://www.visitfalkirk.com/ Falkirk Leisure & Culture Website: Falkirk Leisure & Culture Home Page Helix Park & the Kelpies: Helix Park Falkirk | The Helix
Read more
Support for Learning Assistant (Advanced) - FLK14669
Falkirk Council - Bonnybridge
£27,761 to £29,246 a year
On-siteTemporaryPart time
Job Advert Falkirk Council are looking to recruit a Support for Learning Assistant for Bonnybridge Primary School. You will provide support for teachers and children to enhance experiences and achievement for children. You will undertake a range of support activities with regard to general supervision, safety, care and well-being of the children. Good communication skills are essential and the role could require supporting children with mobility needs. You should enjoy working as part of a team. You will work 22 hours per week, Monday to Friday, on a term time basis. This post is temporary until April 2027 due to service requirement. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.
Read more
General Porter | Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust - Bristol
£25,272 pa pro rata + unsocial enhancements
PermanentFull time
Areyou innovative and forward thinking? Are you looking to join a collaborative team that helps keep our hospitals running smoothly? Are you interested in a hands on job? We are currently recruiting General Porters to work within the team within the Bristol Royal Infirmary. The shift pattern will be 08:00-16:00 on a rolling rota, and you will be joining our House Portering Team. This is a physically demanding role and will involve the regular movement, loading, unloading and disposal of clutter, waste and equipment throughout the shift The successful candidate must hold a full, valid UK driving licence and be confident and competent in driving a Luton van as part of their day-to-day duties. Please note - the advert normally closes early due to a high volume of applications. On a day to day basis, tasks will include:- • Moving, loading and unloadingheavy, bulky and awkward items, including broken or unwanted furniture, cages and equipment. • Collecting, moving and disposing of clutter, general waste and unwanted items. • Transporting furniture, equipment, waste and other items between locations using a Luton van. • Working safely when handling heavy items and following all relevant manual handling, health and safety and waste-handling procedures. • Keeping vehicles, storage areas and working areas clean, safe and organised. • Reporting any vehicle defects, damaged equipment, hazards or health and safety concerns promptly. • Working flexibly as part of the wider team and assisting with other general portering and operational duties as required You will have:- • Excellent communication skills • Ability to work as part of a team • Pleasant and friendly personality • Ability to use your own initiative • Understanding of the need to deal with patients, parents and staff in a helpful and supportive manner. In return for your hard work and your professional, caring and reliable service you will have access to the following benefits: • Competitive pay • Access to the NHS pension scheme • Paid annual leave, maternity and sick pay (subject to qualifying criteria) • Training and development opportunities including apprenticeships! • Industry leading discount schemes at local and national outlets, including insurance, holidays and shopping! University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge. For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities. please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. This advert closes on Thursday 15 Oct 2026
Read more