Job Description

Locations
Castle Douglas, Kirkcudbright, Newton Stewart
Service Name
Dumfries & Galloway Service
Type of service
Learning Disabilities
Job Type
Service Co-ordinator
Hours of work
Full time
Salary
35,234 - 38,316

Post: Service Co-ordinator

Full UK Driving Licence is Essential

Service: Dumfries & Galloway Learning Disability Services

Based: Dumfries & Galloway West (office base Castle Douglas)

Hours: Full Time - 37 hours per week

Salary: 35,234 - 38,316 (18.31 - 19.92 per hour)

Contract: Permanent

Step Up and Shape the future with TPS

Are you an experienced leader in a supported living setting with a passion for helping vulnerable individuals live fulfilling lives and feel included in their communities?


If compassion, care, and inclusiveness are at the heart of who you are, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.


Turning Point Scotland's Service in Dumfries & Galloway is seeking a natural leader to join us in a role that is challenging, rewarding, and far from routine. As a Service Co-ordinator, you'll play a vital role in supporting adults with a wide range of needs--offering person-centred, 1:1 support and working collaboratively as part of a dedicated team.


You'll take on a leadership role across our services in Castle Douglas, Newton Stewart, and Kirkcudbright, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, individualised care.


We believe that the values of respect, compassion, inclusion, and integrity are essential to everything we do.


About the Role


As Service Coordinator, you will:

Provide practical and emotional support tailored to individuals' needs & personal goals Encourage service users to engage in meaningful activities, maintain good physical & mental health and wellbeing, and be active members of their community Work alongside the Service Manager to lead the development and sustainability of our services Promote a culture of inclusion, safety, and empowerment Support staff development and ensure effective team working

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while developing your leadership career in social care.


Please note that a driving licence and use of a car is essential for this position and that IT skills are required for all our vacancies. Where applicable, successful candidates will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of start date.


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Person Specification

Benefits package
Turning Point Scotland have

Platinum accreditation

in

Investors in People

. Our staff are our most important asset, therefore we offer extensive training and impressive personal and career-focused development opportunities. You could be part of an organisation that not only offers excellent careers but makes a real difference to thousands of People's lives and achieve your own personal fulfilment.Comprehensive Induction 123 Learning and development courses 29 eLearning courses Funded qualification - SVQ Social Services and Healthcare, work based assessment Your Career Pathway, we promote from within and advertise internally all jobs Pension Scheme, employer contribution 4% Wide range of family friendly policies 38 holiday/public holidays days' per year.

Additional information
Due to the location of services, a driving license and car are essential.


Travel expenses from your base and in the course of your business will be paid at 45p per mile.



Does this position require a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle?
Yes
Does the post include personal care?
Yes
Does the post include cooking and housekeeping skills?
Yes
Will the service users be involved in this process?
No
Contact name & details
If you would like to chat about any aspect of the role, please call our Recruitment & Engagement Team on 0808 1643100.