Residential Worker (Full Time)(Permanent) - REN15282
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£33,029 to £34,418 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Working as part of a residential care team, you will be responsible for the delivery of care to young people, consistent with the Department's policies and procedures in relation to children and young people in residential care. Applicants should be child centred with the ability to manage challenging and stressful situations, demonstrate empathy for the concern of others and adapt easily to changes at work. A knowledge of Residential Child Care tasks is essential, as is the ability to work using your own initiative, communicate effectively with both young people and adults, and have the capacity to write reports and represent the department at hearing. It is essential that you hold or have the capacity to achieve a SVQ 3 in Care and a HNC in Social Care or equivalent or qualification at or above SCQF level 7 that includes social policy, sociology and psychology. Qualifications at level 8 (SCQF) or above, approved for this grade of post by the SSSC are also acceptable. An understanding of the needs and difficulties of young people is essential as is the ability to work shifts and you must be registered with the SSSC or willing to achieve registration within 6 months of taking up post. 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.
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Housing Assistant (Part Time) (Permanent) - REN15283
Renfrewshire Council - Johnstone
£14,289 to £15,047 a year
On-sitePermanentPart time
Advert Housing Assistant The Housing Assistant will contribute to the delivery of local housing services including interviewing and advising customers on their housing prospects/needs; interviewing and advising customers in person, by telephone or video link regarding key tenancy matters, including termination of tenancy; and maximising income for the Council, including managing rent arrears and advising our tenants on income maximisation. You must have relevant experience of dealing with the public in person and on the telephone, working with figures and Microsoft Office packages. A general knowledge of housing services is essential, as is numeracy skills and you must have effective customer service and communication skills. The ability and confidence to deal with angry/upset customers is also required. You will be expected to use your initiative when making decisions and you must be capable of organising your own workload and work at other locations and/or work flexibly when required. A National Certificate in Housing (or equivalent) is desirable. 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.
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Early Learning Support Worker (Part Time) (Permanent) - REN15284
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£11,481 to £12,005 a year
On-sitePermanentPart time
Advert Early Learning Support Worker Renfrewshire Council is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and skilled Early Learning Support Worker. You will be part of a team assisting nursery officers in the delivery of early learning and childcare including supporting lunchtimes, working with individual/groups of children and the organisation of playrooms. It is essential that you demonstrate a commitment and ability to undertake the required qualification in early learning and childcare in line with SSSC requirements: NC in childhood practice at SCQF level 6 or SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF level 6 as stipulated in SSSC; or equivalent. Experience of children and young people, Ability to communicate orally with children and adults, Caring nature, responsive and an awareness of the needs of young children is also essential. If not already registered with SSSC, you will be required to do so as Support Worker of Day Care of Children Service within the designated timeline. 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.
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Occupational Therapist (Full Time) (Permanent) - REN15272
Renfrewshire Council - Renfrew
£46,957 to £49,366 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Occupational Therapist An exciting opportunity has arisen within our community Occupational Therapist team in Adult Services Renfrewshire. Occupational Therapists provide assessment, therapeutic intervention, advice, guidance and practical support to people and carers within the community. Working in partnership with Social Workers, Health and Care at Home teams our Occupational Therapists provide a care management role, equipment, adaptations, and are required to adhere to legislation including Manual Handling operations 1992 amended 2002, Adult Support and Protection Act 2007 and Self-Directed Support Act 2013. All Occupational Therapists operate under the Council’s WORKSMART arrangements which promote mobile and flexible work practices; therefore, you will be expected to travel throughout Renfrewshire. You will be based within Johnstone Town Hall and Renfrew Health and Social Care building. It is essential that you have a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy, registration with the Health and Care Professions’ Council; previous occupational therapy experience, desirably in a social work service setting; have proven assessment skills, effective IT, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; you are motivated; flexible in your approach, with a commitment to social work values, Occupational Therapy standards and code of ethics. The ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with partner agencies is also essential. You will be expected to record and monitor work using the Eclipse system, therefore, experience of using electronic case record systems is desirable. Full training and support will be given to ensure that you are able to maintain the service’s commitment to continuous improvement. A driving licence is also desirable. If successful, you will be required to undertake a PVG check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. 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
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Roads Labourer (Full Time) (Permanent) - REN15277
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£28,321 to £29,614 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Roads Labourer This is an exciting time to be joining Renfrewshire Council. The Council is in the middle of an ambitious £40million 5 year roads infrastructure investment programme. We are expanding our Road Operations team in order to deliver on a wide range of priority infrastructure related projects across Renfrewshire. Based at Underwood Road Depot, Paisley, you will, as part of a team, undertake operations,in the maintenance of roads, footways and drains, and work with plant and equipment, and digital technology. You will be required to participate in the Services Winter Maintenance and Summer standby service to ensure the Council has an effective response to winter weather conditions. You will have a relevant appropriate qualification or evidence of professional competence and skill and experience in highway maintenance. You must have effective communication organisational, time management skills, be flexible in your approach to work and be able to maintain effective working relationships within the workplace. A driving license is desirable for the post. 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 Applicants wishing any further information in this regard can email Peter McMahon, Road Operations Team Leader at peter.mcmahon@renfrewshire.gov.uk
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Licensing Assistant (Full Time) (Permanent) - REN15275
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£28,579 to £30,094 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Licensing Assistant An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Licensing Assistant within Legal and Democratic Services Department. You will process applications for licences in terms of relevant licensing legislation, including applications under the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982; the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005; houses in multiple occupation under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006, and applications for landlord registration under the Antisocial Behaviour etc. (Scotland) Act 2004. It is essential that you have previous experience of working in an administrative role; producing reports and working with a range of software packages. It is also essential that you demonstrate an ability to plan your workload in order to successfully meet deadlines; have effective organisational, analytical and communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with both colleagues and customers. An SVQ 3 (or equivalent), knowledge of: civic government / liquor licensing; the online landlord registration system; experience of working with related software packages and previous supervisory experience, is desirable. 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.
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Facilities Operative (Sessional) (Casual/Relief) - REN15278
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£13.95 to £14.39 an hour
On-siteContractPart time
Advert Facilities Operative (Soft FM) (Sessional) Renfrewshire Council is looking to recruit enthusiastic and skilled Facilities Operatives who can demonstrate the necessary skills and experience to deliver a high quality, modern Soft Facilities Management service in schools across Renfrewshire. The successful candidates will have responsibility, at site level for the effective delivery of all aspects of the Soft FM service which includes building and grounds cleaning; catering; school crossing patrol; security; and any other related services. You will have a flexible approach to working hours and have experience of working in a customer focused environment and be willing and enthusiastic to work as part of a team. It is desirable that you have previous Soft FM experience in a similar environment and have a willingness to undertake training. You must have literacy, numeracy and IT skills and it is desirable that you have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office. You must have the ability to communicate effectively with both customers and colleagues. It is essential that you have a REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate or are willing to work towards this. 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.
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Housekeeper (Sessional) (Casual/Relief) (2 x Posts) - REN15279
Renfrewshire Council - Renfrew
£13.52 to £13.52 an hour
On-siteContractPart time
Advert Housekeeper (Sessional) You will provide a consistent high-quality service in all areas allocated to you within the care home environment to ensure that the environment meets the requirements of the service specification and expectations of clients and staff alike. Key tasks for which you will be responsible include; carrying out tasks relating to catering, cleaning and laundry services; ensuring that the clients’ dignity and confidentiality is maintained at all times; working within all areas of the care home environment of Facilities Management Soft Services as instructed by the Assistant Facilities Housekeeper or other appropriate manager and ensuring that all areas used by the clients and care staff are maintained to the required standard on a consistent and timely basis. It is essential that you have experience of working within the catering, cleaning and laundry service and high awareness of current hygiene practices. You must have organisational, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team. An SVQ (or equivalent) in Catering, SVQ (or equivalent) in Cleaning or elementary food hygiene certificate are desirable. 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.
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Skilled Roadworker (Full Time) (Permanent) - REN15276
Renfrewshire Council - Paisley
£30,212 to £31,813 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Skilled Roadworker Working as part of a squad involved in all aspects of road maintenance and construction, you will be responsible for utilising vehicles; tools; plant and materials to ensure that all tasks and activities are completed effectively. You will also be required to liaise with other service areas within the authority as well as external organisations and agencies to ensure that efficient completion of tasks. You must have experience of working within roadworks, civil engineering or within the construction industry. You must be able to demonstrate an awareness of health and safety legislation as well as experience of winter maintenance operations. It is also essential you are a team player with self motivation skills and you must be able and willing to commit to a standby/call out rota. An SVQ level 2 in roads maintenance would be desirable as would experience or carriageway resurfacing. 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.
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Home Care Worker (Permanent)(Full Time) - REN15266
Renfrewshire Council
£28,579 to £30,094 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Advert Home Care Worker Do you have a genuine compassion for others and are motivated by helping people live the best life they can? If the answer is yes, then apply to join our Care at Home team. Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership delivers high quality home care services to people of all ages and with different care needs. We provide a wide range of support to assist people to maintain their independence and well-being within the community. As a Home Care Worker, you would be supporting individuals with a variety of daily living tasks which people may struggle with on their own. Our vision is for Renfrewshire to be a caring place where people are treated as individuals and are supported to live well. We are committed to ensuring the individual is at the heart of their care and support whilst honouring their values, needs and preferences. It is essential you have experience of working in a care setting and delivering intimate personal care or in an informal or personal capacity. You should have an awareness of a range of limiting long – term conditions and the impact on people’s lives, demonstrate an ability to monitor and report changes in the identified needs of service users and have an ability to form positive relationships with service users and colleagues. We are looking for caring, compassionate, patient, and professional people with a responsible approach to sensitive information. who have a drive to make a difference. You should also be able to demonstrate within your application that you are reliable and flexible with the ability to work a shift pattern, work on your own as well as working as part of a team. It is important you can communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and are able to monitor and report changes in the identified needs of those you support. If successful, you will receive training and be provided with a uniform and all personal protective equipment (including a smartphone) required to undertake the role safely and effectively. We are currently recruiting for, and have available roles in the following areas of Renfrewshire: Glenburn Lochwinnoch Renfrew Linwood Foxbar Reablement Renfrewshire Wide We have the following shift pattern and contract available: 35 hour split shift, working early and back shift. Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday 07:00-12:00 and 16:00-21:00 or 08:00-13:00 and 17:00-22:00 Please note: This post requires you to obtain Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration within 6 months of employment and to have or to have the ability to undertake and attain SVQ Level 2 in Care or an equivalent qualification at level 5 (SCQF) or above if not already in possession of to meet the requirements of registration to the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). This post is considered regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment. Currently, there is no requirement for our service to sponsor overseas workers If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
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