We have a number of full time and part-time roles available in our Day Service.

To provide support and care to adults with learning disabilities and autism to participate in meaningful work and develop skills within a group/workshop setting.

The aim is for Co-Workers to provide support based across all groups but to based primarily in one key group. Current jobs roles are based within the Transitions Group. If support is needed in other groups, you may be changed workshop at short notice. The support may be provided on a one-to-one basis if that is what the member needs supporting to a small, shared group of members (maximum of 3). It is important that staff are capable of providing both types of support. 

• To build relationships with people using a person-centred approach founded on dignity and respect for individuality, and that enables choice and control
• To provide small group support, and one-to-one support using a range of approaches that enable participation
• To work positively with any behaviours of concern that may challenge.
• Administer medication if required including emergency epilepsy medication subject to receiving the necessary training.
• To provide intimate personal care and support including assisting personal mobility safely using equipment; supporting meals, social activities, outings.
• To support people to participate in tasks and activities that interest and engage them and develop new skills. 

We are looking for a Co-Worker to support our members in our woodworking workshop (Pentland Group).

This is a full-time position, to provide support and care to adults with learning disabilities and autism to participate in meaningful work and develop skills within a group/workshop setting.

Experience in woodwork is desirable, and a positive person-centered approach is essential.

The aim is for Co-Workers to provide support based across all groups but to based primarily in one key group. Current jobs roles are based within the Transitions Group. If support is needed in other groups, you may be changed workshop at short notice. The support may be provided on a one-to-one basis if that is what the member needs supporting to a small, shared group of members (maximum of 3). It is important that staff are capable of providing both types of support. 

• To build relationships with people using a person-centred approach founded on dignity and respect for individuality, and that enables choice and control
• To provide small group support, and one-to-one support using a range of approaches that enable participation
• To work positively with any behaviours of concern that may challenge.
• Administer medication if required including emergency epilepsy medication subject to receiving the necessary training.
• To provide intimate personal care and support including assisting personal mobility safely using equipment; supporting meals, social activities, outings.
• To support people to participate in tasks and activities that interest and engage them and develop new skills.