G2 Scheduling Assistant

Coast Concrete Services, Inc.; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 21,000 - GBP 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive service organization in East Kilbride is looking for a highly motivated Scheduling Assistant. The ideal candidate will support Home Carers in scheduling work for vulnerable individuals while demonstrating strong IT skills and effective communication. This permanent, part-time role offers a salary range of £21,255 to £21,556 per year and involves a rotational shift pattern. Applicants must be adaptable, compassionate, and willing to prioritize tasks to meet varying needs.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Occupational sick pay

Flexible working policies

Qualifications

• Experience in providing support to vulnerable individuals.
• Able to manage and adapt to changing priorities effectively.
• Understanding of IT programs and applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Home Carers scheduling work for the vulnerable.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks according to a set roster.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Skills

IT proficiency

Communication skills

Prioritization

Compassion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Job description

Internal applicants MUST apply via Opportunity Marketplace. Please ensure you complete your SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS via "Me" tab/tile on Fusion or by clicking on the application link in the section of the application form titled "REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS".

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 15th of February 2026 at 23.55.

Location: East Kilbride

Hours: 26.25 per week, permanent

Work Pattern: 7 days over 14 in accordance with a roster

Salary: £21,255- £21,556Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference to people's lives?
Are you committed to doing the best you can?

Shift Pattern: In accordance with a rotational roster, you will work over a four‑week shift pattern which consists of two weeks day shift and two weeks back shift. Day shift is 6.30 am until 3.30 pm (during weekdays – 7am until 4pm office‑based). Backshift is 3 pm until 11 pm. When not in the office you will work from home.

Shift Pattern Consists Of

• Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (Day shift)
• Week 2 – Wednesday, Thursday (Day shift)
• Week 3 – Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (Back shift)
• Week 4 – Wednesday, Thursday (Back shift)

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to work as part of a team who will provide a support service to Home Carers working to support vulnerable people living in the community Council wide. This includes scheduling and allocation of work. There is a requirement to use IT, and you should have an interest and understanding of IT programmes.

A number of opportunities exist for people wishing to work in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Requirements

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the Organisation.

Additional increments for working unsocial hours will also apply.

South Lanarkshire Council will provide and fund all required training including induction and ongoing learning and development.

If you are a caring, patient, compassionate and adaptable individual who understands and respects the rights of other people, we would like to hear from you.

Interviews for these posts will be held face to face.

It is important to us that you feel valued and that this will reflect on the care you provide to people. As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council you will benefit from excellent terms and conditions of employment.

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Please answer the following questions as part of your application submission, your answers should be uploaded under supporting documents:

• Provide examples of your work or other activities which demonstrate your ability or aptitude to undertake the duties of the post.
• Describe how you would respond to telephone calls where individuals are experiencing a difficulty. Explain how you would manage the situation to meet changing priorities or needs.
• Specify which IT programs and applications you use/are familiar with. Detail your level of computer literacy with examples.
• Provide details of a difficult work situation, describe your role, the skills used, and how you communicated and influenced the outcome.
• Give an example of prioritising the needs of several people with different requirements at the same time.

If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents.

Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may be automatically withdrawn from this position.

Canvassing of elected members or employees of South Lanarkshire Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information

This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.
This post is considered Regulated Work with adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with adults.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
Applicants born outside the UK or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years must provide an Overseas Criminal Records Check that is translated into English and confirmed by an official statement.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. We are a Disability Confident Scheme Employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We support members of the armed forces, veterans and their families through the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans & Service leavers are guaranteed an interview where they meet the essential criteria.

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme for pension pot increase
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies – flexible working and leave, enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Employee discounts – including discounts at the cinema
• Support schemes: Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM.

To be considered for this vacancy you must complete the application form. All CV submissions will be disregarded.

Please Apply online – All correspondence will be via your email address.