New positions announced at Meallmore care homes in Aberdeenshire
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Meallmore has announced 66 new positions within the company as part of the Kickstart Scheme.
In a bid to help young people into work, the care home provider has announced the positions are open for 24 out of their 26 homes across Scotland.
In Aberdeenshire, this includes Auchtercrag House (Ellon), Auchmacoy Lodge (Ellon), Bayview Care Home (Cruden Bay), Crimond House Care Home (Crimond), Grove Care Home (Kemnay), Kynnaird House Care Home (Fraserburgh) and St Modans Care Home (Fraserburgh).
The successful applicants will work for six months on a fixed term contract for a maximum of 25 hours per week.
During this time the new employees will have the opportunity to work across catering, hospitality, administration and care.
The Kickstart Scheme is open to people aged 16-24 who are currently claiming Universal Credit.
Last entrants to the scheme must be in post with Meallmore by March 31 2022.
The announcement follows Meallmore’s recent achievement as recipient of the prestigious Investors in People (IIP) Gold Accreditation recognising its commitment to its people.
Fewer than 1,000 organisations in the whole of the UK currently have IIP Gold Accreditation, and only 62 of those are classified as care providers – with just six in Scotland.
Group head of recruitment at Meallmore Stephanie Otoo said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for over 60 young people to come and join us as Meallmore Future Stars for an introduction to the care sector.
"For six months, successful applicants will gain invaluable work-based experience and learn more about the highly rewarding careers available in care that they might not have considered before now.
“At Meallmore, we’re proud to hold the prestigious Investors in People Gold Accreditation, recognising our strong commitment to our people.
"We’re also fully committed to attracting and retaining the very best talent in the industry.
"We’re really excited about getting involved in the Kickstart Scheme and welcoming a new generation into the Meallmore family to develop their career in care.”
Commercial director Cillian Hennessey said: “Meallmore has over 30 years’ experience of providing exceptional standards of quality care across Scotland, and we wouldn’t have this reputation without our fantastic members of staff.
"Our people are at the heart of what we do at Meallmore and we’re proud to offer training, competitive wages and career progression opportunities for all our employees.
“The Kickstart Scheme really is an incredible opportunity for young people to work within different departments in our care homes and get a taste for a variety of roles.
"What’s more, we’re hoping this is just the start of a career with Meallmore for many.
"We’re committed to offering roles to anyone wishing to join us permanently after three months who applies for a substantive post and is successful.
"We really hope to retain every single one of our Kickstarters.”
For those interested in the roles available, applications can be made online at: DWP Find A Job.
Meallmore operates 26 care homes across Scotland, including offering care for the elderly and mental health rehabilitation.
