Operational Scheduler (Fixed Term contract 3 months)

Department: Head Office / Administration

Salary: £29,744 per annum

• Hours: up to 35 hours per week

Location: Barrland Court, Giffnock

Are you a “Rota Wizard” and good with all things IT?! If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and flexible individual to join Cosgrove as Operational Scheduler. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within the organisation and make a meaningful impact.

As an Operational Scheduler, you will work collaboratively with both our Outreach and Supported Living services. Your role will be to manage support services and staffing hours using Tagtonics software, ensuring smooth and efficient operations across both departments.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Collaboratively manage support and staffing schedules for both Outreach and Supported Living services.
• Use Tagtonics software to track, plan, and organise staffing hours.
• Work closely with operational managers to ensure adequate staffing for all services.
• Provide Tagtronics App access to staff, people and guardians for viewing their support timetable
• Monitoring annual leave, training, absence and projecting expected use over the year
• Ensure support and staff provision is accurate for the purpose of invoicing and payroll.

? What we’re looking for:

• Proven track record of previous scheduling knowledge and understanding.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking.
• Ability to be solution focused
• Ability to work on own initiative, prioritise work, handle pressure and take day to day decisions for scheduling.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with evidence of developing and maintaining positive working relationships with managers, staff, people we support and any other relevant stakeholders.

Why join or work with us?

• Be part of a values-led organisation committed to empowering individuals.
• A varied and autonomous role where you’ll have space to make a real impact.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, collaborative team culture.
• Generous annual leave, rising with service
• Access to various discounts via Blue Light Card eligibility

How to apply

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and if there’s anything we can do to make the recruitment process more comfortable or accessible for you, just let us know — we’re happy to help.

For an application pack, including full Job Description please contact recruitment@cosgrovecare.org.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 17th May