Out of Hours Security / Support Officer

Out of Hours Security / Support Officer

Transitional Supported Accommodation

Erskine Veterans Village

37.5 hours per week, 5 days over 7

Grade 3 Salary £24,989 - £27,338 per annum

Permanent full-time role

Closing Date: Sunday 7th July 2024

Working for Erskine:

“ERSKINE is an iconic Scottish charity, formed in 1916 by Scotland’s compassionate response to the horrors of war. A century later, we still believe that Veterans and their families deserve our utmost respect and compassion, for the sacrifices they made and the challenges they now face. At Erskine, we work as a dedicated team to ensure that Veterans of all ages are cared for to the highest of standards in a beautiful, fun-filled environment, made up of two care homes and a Veterans Village of cottages, activities centre and apartments. 

Working with our younger, more vulnerable Veterans to help them deal with mental health or addiction issues can be demanding, however, at Erskine it will also be rewarding and fulfilling. You will be making an incredible difference to the lives of our Veterans, at a critical time, as they negotiate the transition from Military to Civilian life. We value skills and qualifications, but we prize kindness and compassion, above all. Our team is crucial to providing the best care possible, so we recognise and reward our employees with benefits including employer pension contribution, fantastic career opportunities, and enhanced annual leave.

If you are kind and committed, then you do have what it takes to be part of the team here at Erskine! The ultimate aim is exceptional care and support to our ex-service community and everyone in every role, in every department plays their part.”

The Role:

The post-holder will provide out of hours cover for all non-care accommodation. Able to act as the first point of contact for all non-care tenants seeking practical help or advice and provide the first level of response to incidents within, or in the immediate environs, of the accommodation. The Security/Support Officer will ensure the safety, security and wellbeing of the tenants, buildings and grounds.

The successful candidate will possess clear, confident communication skills providing support and encouragement to residents and establishing good professional relationships with colleagues. Ability to act upon their own initiative and deal with emergency situations is essential along with a full driving licence. SIA Licence is desirable or willing to undergo training.

Benefits:        

• Dayforce Wallet – employees have the power to request up to 50% of their earned pay, on-demand, in between pay periods with Dayforce Wallet
• Successful candidates for this post will receive a welcome bonus of £500 (pro rata for part time) paid in instalments - £250 after 3 months service and a further £250 after 6 months service
• 28 days annual leave plus 5 public holidays, increasing to 33 days per year, at the rate of 1 additional day for 5 years
• Employer pension contribution
• Structured Induction programme 
• Opportunities for training & development
• Enhanced sick & maternity pay
• In-house Occupational Health Service
• Free On-Site Parking
• Health and Wellbeing Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Reward Scheme

Please note:

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Erskine are unable to provide sponsorship. If you are selected for interview, you will receive an invite by email (please ensure you check your spam / junk mailbox).

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland Check. Where a candidate has resided in the UK for less than five years and lived / remained in a country for six months or more, in addition to a Disclosure/PVG, they will be asked to complete a criminal records check application via HireRight.

Please apply online at erskine.org.uk/careers. Erskine are an Equal Opportunities Employer