Independent Living Assistant Co‑ordinator – Cumnock Hub (Warrick & Glebe Court, Menzies Court and Tweedlie Court)
You will be responsible for supporting the effective day‑to‑day operation of Independent Living services across the local hub, ensuring services are well‑resourced, consistently delivered and aligned with organisational standards. Working closely with the Independent Living Co‑ordinator and wider team, you will help maintain consistent practice across all developments and ensure clear, effective communication within staff teams.
You will maintain regular contact with tenants to support their wellbeing, encourage social connections and identify any changes or concerns, taking appropriate action and informing others where required and with the tenant’s permission. This role requires working flexibly across all developments within the local hub in line with service needs, ensuring continuity, consistency and a high‑quality experience for all tenants. You will also assist with the smooth running of the meals service and record and address complaints or concerns, promoting good practice across teams and ensuring compliance with GDPR responsibilities.
Hours of employment
21 hours per week, worked between Monday and Sunday on a rota basis to meet needs across the Cumnock Hub. The role will likely be over 3 days out of 7, between 9 am to 6 pm with an hour unpaid break, remaining flexible to suit the hub requirements. There will be a requirement to work on a weekend rota, currently 1 in 4.
Salary
£17,316 – £17,752.20 pro rata (£28,860 – £29,587 per FTE).
About You
* Relevant work experience within a housing management setting (or equivalent) with responsibility for day‑to‑day management of services and people.
* Genuine interest in working with older people and an ability to respond calmly to requests for assistance.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary, reviewed annually.
* Enhanced Pension Scheme.
* Generous holiday entitlement.
* Opportunities to work flexibly.
* Access to a health‑care benefit plan, credit union and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Opportunities to access a wide range of learning and development activities including management & leadership programmes, job‑related training and qualifications to ensure continuous progress.
Important Information
* This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – you must disclose all unspent and relevant spent convictions.
* Bield Housing & Care does not currently hold a sponsorship licence – we are unable to support visa applications at this time.
* Bield Housing & Care – Scottish Charity no. SC006878, Property Factor PF000146.
Disability Confident
Bield is a proud disability‑confident accredited employer. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the vacancy minimum criteria. In order to help you succeed, we will make all required reasonable adjustments to facilitate your inclusion during our recruitment and selection process. If you wish to discuss how Bield can support you throughout the recruitment process, please get in touch.
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