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Job Vacancy
Assistant Service Coordinator
39 hours per week
Salary: £27,503 (unqualified) to £28,199 (qualified) per annum
Sleepover payment: £87.20 per sleepover
Location: Kennoway Service
About the Role
In this role, you will be an integral member of the support team contributing to and ensuring the high quality of care and support for individuals within the Kennoway Service.
In this role, you will become part of the support team ensuring a high quality of care and support is delivered to individuals within the Kennoway Service, which offers support to individuals not only in Kennoway but also within areas of Glenrothes.
Within this Service specifically we provide high quality support and guidance to individuals, who require assistance in personal care right through to assisting with daily household tasks within their own homes. The type of support we provide is from 24/7 care to a few hours per day/week.
Some individuals have complex care needs including epilepsy management, gastrostomy feeding, medication administration and manual handling requirements.
The service and support we provide is built around the individual, taking on board their needs, choices and aspirations. No day is ever the same, but every day is rewarding to see how much joy these individuals get from the support they receive.
As an Assistant Service Coordinator you will undertake regular review meetings, support the staff team and support the performance management process for yourself and support workers, liaising with families and other professionals. Furthermore you will work closely with the Coordinators and Support Workers to ensure the service users needs are constantly being provided for by developing and implementing support plans and ensure outcomes are set and people are supported to achieve these.
About You
We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated individual who has the desire to support people to have the best life possible along with the drive to promote their independence. Those with high empathy, supportive nature and a positive attitude are key to success in what at times can be a challenging but rewarding role. Ideally you should have two years experience in a Support and Care setting and knowledge/experience of supporting people. Experience at supervisory level is a benefit but not essential however an understanding of the qualities and skills required is pivotal.
If you hold an SVQ 2 qualification in Care or a related field in line with the SSSC registration criteria this could be the opportunity for you. Further learning to gain an SVQ 3 would be required within a 2 year timeframe.
Within the role of an Assistant Service Coordinator you are allocated office time out with your support work to assist in the running of the service.
The Benefits
- 33 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata)
- An Employee Assistance Programme including a free counselling service.
- Access to the Vivup employee benefits platform
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Refer a Friend Scheme of £100 (t&c apply)
Requirements
- A current driving licence, business insurance and the use of a car for work purposes are essential.
- It is essential you are able to work shifts which will include weekend working, evenings, and sleepovers.
- This post is subject to a PVG Disclosure check, paid by KSC
- The successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC and complete SVQ 3 within 2 years of starting employment and a Professional Development Award (PDA) in supervision. Please note: you must hold an SVQ 3 in Care or a related field to meet the qualified point on the salary scale.
About Us
Kingdom Support and Care (KSC) provides high quality and personalised support and care for over 300 individuals across Fife and Forth Valley. We support the individuals we work with to manage or overcome challenges, including age-related issues, alcohol and drug addictions, autism spectrum disorders, complex needs, homelessness, learning disabilities and mental health issues.
We work with people in their own homes, assisting them to do the things that matter to them and realise their ambitions. We believe that great support leads to great lives.
Our support and care enables the individuals we work with to:
- Have a safe and secure home
- Live as independently as possible
- Live as full a life as possible
- Be part of their local community
Kingdom Support and Care has GOLD accreditation with Investors in People. In our most recent staff survey, 75% of respondents rated us a good or very good employer.
**Closing Date - 31st Jan 2024**
**Interviews being held on - Tuesday 13th Feb 2024**
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,503.00-£28,199.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
