At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals overcoming barriers to achieve sustainable employment and build confidence.
- Company: Scottish Borders Council, dedicated to social inclusion and community strength.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commitment to diversity, and support for veterans.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on positive life outcomes and reducing reoffending.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives and strengthen communities through rehabilitation.
- Qualifications: Relevant HNC/SVQ level 3 or significant experience; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 18.41 - 20.2 £ per hour.
Grade: 7A
Hourly Rate: £18.41- £20.20
Salary: £33,600.95 - £36,867.70 per annum
Contract Duration: Temporary until 31/06/2028
Role Purpose
Can you bring positivity, enthusiasm and a solution focussed approach to help people overcome barriers? Are you a non-judgemental, problem solver who is able to advocate for others by seeing the qualities and attributes they can bring to employers? Then this opportunity may be for you.
We are seeking someone to work across the Scottish Borders, to support individuals who have been through the criminal justice system to overcome barriers, build confidence and develop the skills needed to achieve sustainable employment outcomes. Through strong partnerships with employers and local agencies, you will create opportunities that change lives, strengthen communities and help reduce reoffending. This is a rewarding role for someone who is committed to social inclusion, who understands the challenges faced by people with convictions, and is passionate about helping individuals achieve independence and positive life outcomes. Be part of a service that supports rehabilitation, reduces reoffending and strengthens communities.
Essential
- Educated to relevant HNC/ SVQ level 3 or significant experience in a relevant field
- A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to Vicky Cashmore by telephone on 01835 824000 or by email at vicky.cashmore@scotborders.gov.uk.
Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit. Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.
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