Justice Worker - Grindlay Court Social Work Centre - EDN30764

Justice Worker
Grindlay Court Social Work Centre

Salary and Hours

Salary: £32,010 – £37,626
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks

About Edinburgh Justice Services

We are committed to providing high-quality services with a compassionate approach, supporting staff wellbeing. We offer extensive training for continuous professional development and a broad range of interventions. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Justice Worker interested in Trauma-Informed practice, Early Intervention, and Groupwork to join the Justice Pathways Service (JPS) for men. JPS provides interventions such as Diversion from Prosecution, Bail Supervision, Structured Deferred Sentences, and Community Payback Orders, focusing on men affected by complex trauma.

Key Responsibilities

1. Managing individuals on Supervised Bail
2. Preparing progress reports for Court
3. Co-facilitating Groupwork programmes
4. Supporting individuals under statutory orders

Candidate Requirements

Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be adaptable to a dynamic environment, and contribute to an inclusive culture valuing diversity and lived experience. A minimum of HNC in Social Care and extensive experience in a care or justice setting are required.

Regulatory and Background Checks

This role involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will need to join or update the PVG Scheme and may require an Overseas Criminal Record Check if applicable. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.

Our Commitment and Culture

We value a diverse workforce and aim to create an inclusive workplace where all feel valued. We are evolving our interview process to focus on behavioural and technical skills, reflecting our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility.

Additional Information

Salary typically reflects initial starting pay with annual increases to the top of the range. We support flexible working arrangements. Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs for updates.

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