ABOUT US
Important Downloads
- Recruitment Information Sheet
Informaton about Aspire the organisation. (Word Doc) - Application Form
Aspire Application Form (Word Doc) - Rehabilitation of Offenders
Rehabilitation of Offenders Declaration Form (Word Doc) - Policy on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
Aspire Policy on recruitment of ex-offenders (Word Doc)
Aspire aims to recruit staff who share our vision, values, aims and objectives and who have a balanced common sense approach to life.
Recruitment
We follow strict vetting procedures, undertaking enhanced disclosures as well as obtaining at least two referrences.
Where appropriate we cross reference potential employees with the Scottish Social Services Council register.
Aspire received positive feedback when the Care Commission undertook a nation-wide audit of recruitment procedures.
If you are interested in working for Aspire and wish to be considered for current or future vacancies, please download the recruitment information and email your completed application form to recruitment{at}aspireinc.co.uk
Aspire has been an Approved Student Placement Provider for Jewel and Esk Valley College since November 2006.
Aspire has supported students to obtain a range of Social Care Qualifications and our commitment is further recognised by our high employment rate of students who undertake placements with us.
Induction and Training
Our staff receive induction and ongoing training which cover the values and skills required to meet individual, service and organisational expectations and also enhances individual staff Members’ knowledge, capabilities and confidence.
Continuous Professional Development
At Aspire we recognise that staff require ongoing learning and development opportunities in order to further develop existing and new knowledge and skills. We believe that continuous development is of paramount importance and have therefore developed a range of opportunities which build on induction.
All learning and development opportunities are designed to complement and prepare staff for SVQ qualifications. After successful completion of induction and satisfactory performance in our employment, staff are eligible for access to SVQ places, which we source from an accredited SQA centre.
Staff support and development
Aspire ensures that each Member of staff receives regular supervision from their line manager in which they have the opportunity to acknowledge achievements, identify any problems or challenges, plan action together and improve motivation for improved individual and team performance.
See following pages for appraisal and recruitment.
Appraisals.
Staff participate in an initial 6 month appraisal followed by annual appraisals with their line manager. The aim of appraisal is to help maintain and improve individual job performance, realise staff potential and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the organisation.
Within the appraisal the staff Member and manager will assess past performance, establish current performance and set objectives to maintain and improve future performance. Staff are supported and encouraged to participate in a range of activities and learning opportunities which will assist their ongoing development.