Our Benefits

Rewarding careers

Our organisation is dedicated to helping people live full, enriching lives. And that includes our own people. Because we couldn’t provide exceptional care if we didn’t look after the professionals who make it possible. That’s why we offer such a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits.

Rewards and benefits

All permanent staff are eligible to received a £25 contribution towards their professional body membership, such as the SSSC membership. This means for the majority of staff, we pay the full cost of their membership. 

We make contributions for all employees on contracted hours to a health benefit scheme provided by Westfield Health. Through this you can claim back some dental, optical and therapy costs, receive quick access to MRI, CT and PET scanning facilities, and have access to 24 hour freephone counselling and advice lines for you and your resident family.

The pension scheme we offer is provided by Legal and General. You’ll have choice about your own level of contribution and how the funds are invested. As your employer, we will also make contributions of up to 7%.

Join us and you'll have 20 days' annual paid leave, which will increase to 23 days after five years’ service and 25 days at ten years. There are also ten statutory holidays every year.

We offer an employee discount scheme to help you save money with a wide range of retailers and on leisure activities. You'll also have access to the health service Blue Light scheme, and you can find out more about their discount card here: https://www.bluelightcard.co.uk

Our awards ceremony brings together our employees from across Scotland to acknowledge their many outstanding achievements. Every year we recognise members of our team who have gone that extra mile, as well as award certificates to staff who have completed qualifications and specialist training.

Training and development

From the beginning, our comprehensive induction means you can step into your role with confidence, even if it’s your first job in social care. 

The learning doesn’t stop there. If you work with older people, you might need to learn about handling medication. Or, if you support children in residential care, psychotherapy techniques could help you de-escalate behaviour. Whatever your role, you’ll have an individual learning plan which develops as you do.

As well as new skills, you can gain new qualifications ­– from the SVQ3 in Social Care you’ll need for most roles, to higher level qualifications including an SVQ4, SVQ5 or an HND. And just as many of our Service Managers started with us in entry-level care or administration roles, your development will drive your career progression. With the breadth of services we provide, you could even have a career path across different areas – like moving from older people's services into substance abuse.

Wherever your ambitions lie, wherever your path takes you, we’re here to support your growth.

 

Testimonials

 

You are really supported in your development journey to achieve the best you can. We know that the better we are the better support we can give. There is such a strong learning culture here

Caring for your wellbeing

You can’t support others if you’re not supported yourself. That’s why wellbeing is so central to your benefits package, and it’s why we have Wellbeing Champions in each of our services – ensuring you always have somewhere to turn for help.

You’ll have a range of benefits delivered by Westfield Health. From round-the-clock access to counselling and a 24/7 advice line, to discounted gym memberships and cash back on dental and optical services, it’s a package designed to support your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. 

You’ll also have access to the National Wellbeing Hub – set up by the Scottish Government for everyone working in Health and Social Care – which brings together a wide range of resources, information and support in one easily accessible place. 

CrossReach also recognise that both our staff and service users may have been affected by trauma and adversity in the past. We’re proud to consider ourselves a trauma informed practice organisation, constantly mindful of engaging in ways that prevent further harm and support recovery, whilst addressing inequalities and improving life chances.

Talk to Us

For more information any of our roles, or working in care, please contact recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk