Working for the Voluntary Sector VSA is the major social care charity in Aberdeen, employing nearly 800 paid staff in a wide variety of roles, including care staff. Founded in 1870, our objective is to support those in the greatest need in Aberdeen. The work of VSA touches the lives of thousands of people in need each year

Founded in 1870, our objective is to support those in the greatest need in Aberdeen. The work of VSA touches the lives of thousands of people in need each year.

Working for VSA

Our various roles include social work teams, care staff, administration staff, and education staff. The majority of our care staff work in our residential units with a particular client group. We provide help and support for older people, young families facing hardship, people with a history of mental illness, people with learning disabilities, and children or young people with special needs. VSA offers competitive rates of pay.

Staff Benefits

• Contributory Pension Scheme and Permanent Health Insurance
• In-house training for SVQ & HNC in Care, provided by our own SQA accredited Training Section
• Generous Occupational Sick Pay after 6 months service
• Tax-free Child Care Voucher Scheme

Staff Development

VSA is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to staff training, and holds Investor in People status. Ongoing training and development is available to staff, opening up new possibilities for staff and ensuring a high standard of care. Care staff are trained to the level of SVQ and HNC qualifications required for the job; training is in-house, provided by VSA’s own SQA accredited Training Team.

Staffing Requirements

VSA continues to recruit for all parts of our agency as required. We also welcome speculative applications. Please refer to How To Apply.

The agency has registered with Disclosure Scotland and police checks are carried out on all new staff and volunteers, providing added safety and confidence in the provision of care services.

How to Apply

Please submit an application form for advertised vacancies as CVs are only accpeted in conjunction with completed forms. In addition to current vacancies you can also make a speculative application to work for VSA at any time, by requesting and completing an application form; by submitting an on-line application or by downloading and completing a blank application form.

To obtain an application pack, or if you have any queries about applying, then please email hr@vsa.org.uk or telephone (01224) 212021. Completed forms should be returned to VSA, Attn HR, Freepost AB493, 38 Castle Street, Aberdeen, AB11 5ZQ.

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