Harmeny Education Trust Limited
Profile & key facts
Young peoples' needs lie at the heart of everything we do. Harmeny’s therapeutic approach means that young people are better able to understand and heal from their trauma. We believe that giving them a space to grow and develop means they can flourish and fulfil their potential. Harmeny’s school and residential cottages are all based on one beautiful campus, on the outskirts of Edinburgh. We provide high quality care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We also provide an education programme that is stimulating, creative and tailored to meet the needs of our children and young people. Our team is comprised of dedicated and passionate people, working towards a common goal of making Harmeny a place to live and a space to thrive. We ensure every new member of the team gets a comprehensive induction package and access to a range of learning and development opportunities throughout their career with us. We fully fund qualifications for staff who need them for their role, such as SVQs and HNCs.
Founded: 1958
Head Office: Harmeny Education Trust Mansfield Road , Balerno , EH14 7JY
Number of Staff: 170
11 Vacancies at Harmeny Education Trust Limited
FAQs
What are your employee benefits?
We're glad you asked! We are proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff, including a generous holiday entitlement, development opportunities and enhanced pay for sickness and family leave.
What qualifications do I need?
Every job at Harmeny has its own requirements, so please check individual job postings for more detail. You may not have qualifications or experience, and that’s OK, as we can support you to achieve what you need. It’s just as important that you share our values and can fit in with our community ethos.
How do I apply?
You can apply online, and can contact us if you require a different format of application. If you need any particular support or adjustments, please let us know.
What is the recruitment process?
Different roles will have slightly different processes, but generally once we have received your application we will review it against the criteria for the role and decide whether to invite you to interview. At interview stage you may be asked to deliver a presentation, take part in a tour or answer some questions. This is a chance for us to get to know one another better! In some cases you may be asked to attend a second interview.
Any tips on how to write the best application?
Our job descriptions and person specifications outline what we are looking for. We recommend that you take the time to read them carefully and explain in your application what makes you a great match for us. Remember that your values are as important to us as your skills and experience!
Is there a rota for care workers?
Yes, the majority of our roles in the Care team operate on a rota basis. Further information on this can be found in the role profile, and if you would like to discuss this in more detail you can contact us.