Looking for a new job with satisfaction that you'd struggle to find anywhere else? You're in luck as our amazing #TeamInchbrae in Aberdeen are on the lookout for new colleagues to join them on a permanent part-time and full-time basis.
Our team & the individuals you’ll support
You’ll become part of a friendly team who supports two ladies and one gentleman, all with various learning and physical disabilities to live in their own home. Feel right at home there – there's a homely feel and a separate sensory room within the home.
Along with supporting all aspects of daily living, the individuals enjoy a busy social life and have hobbies such as swimming, arts & crafts, baking, music, movies and shopping trips.
About you
At Cornerstone, we’re more interested in what you as a person will bring to our team. We will pay for your training and provide the practical skills you need to build a career in Health & Social Care. We will also fund your SVQ (SCQF level 6/7) qualification and your SSSC registration fees.
Requirements and qualifications
- A caring and compassionate attitude
- The ability to work well in a team
- Great communication and organisational skills
- A positive attitude with a willingness to learn
- A creative drive to improve the lives of the individuals you support
- Good administration skillsConfidence to go in the water as swimming is a regular activity
- Confidence in the use of computers
- An excellent grasp of the English language to support individuals with communication barriers
- Successful candidates will be required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and to work towards an SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare with support from our Training Academy.
- Candidates must register with the SSSC within three months of starting employment.
- Candidates who have spent more than 12 months out of the UK (excluding the listed countries) within the last ten years over the age of 18 will need to provide a criminal record certificate from the relevant authorities.
Shift patterns
Shifts include early mornings (from 0700 hours), days and evenings. Weekends, waking nights, sleepovers and public holidays are also part of the schedule on a rotational basis. Sleepovers are paid at £100.80 per night, not included in contracted hours.
What makes Cornerstone a great place to work
- Meaningful work that feels less like a job
- Opportunity to make a difference in the local community
- A culture of empowerment, teamwork and no uniform – casual clothing
- Funding up to £500 for driving lessons
- Reimbursement of yearly SSSC registration fees
- Access to funded qualifications through our SQA‑approved, award‑winning Training Academy
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
- Recommend a colleague bonus scheme
- Long‑service awards
- 24/7 independent employee assistance helpline
- 26 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after five years) plus 4 paid bank holidays
- Family‑friendly leave options, including parental, bereavement and special leave
- Access to discounts (cinema, gym memberships, holidays, shopping)
Salary
£25,553 per annum (part-time pro‑rata).
Equal Employment Opportunity
Cornerstone welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce.
