SWRK 4620 - G2 Placement Co-ordinator (Groupwork) (608990) in Hamilton

Application Deadline: Applications must be received by 31 May 2026 at 11:55pm.

Location: Brandon Gate, Hamilton

Hours: 35hrs per week, permanent. Work Pattern: Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm, Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm.

Salary / Hourly Rate: £37,702 - £38,779.

Role Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen within South Lanarkshire Justice Social Work for a full time Groupwork Coordinator. The successful candidate will work across the Justice locality teams to support the establishment and ongoing coordination of a groupwork programme for individuals in conflict with the law in the South Lanarkshire area. The key aim of the role is to support those involved with the Justice System to reduce elements of risk and to support individuals to achieve positive destinations. This is a new element of locality Justice Social Work and so the role will initially be focused on supporting the development of a groupwork programme under the guidance of management. Thereafter it will involve overseeing the logistics and organisation of the programme to ensure its effective operation. In addition, it will involve contributing to the ongoing development of the content of the programme; liaising with external partners and agencies to form positive links with the programme and promoting and coordinating the programme internally. It will also include supporting the facilitation of the programme as and when required.

Key Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have a sound knowledge of the issues facing individuals in conflict with the law; have a proven track record of coordinating and developing programme work and have strong leadership skills. The role also requires the successful candidate to be adept at partnership working, developing good relationships and to be a good communicator with sound knowledge of trauma informed practice.

Qualifications: The successful candidate should have an HNC or other relevant equivalent qualification in health and social care. Applicants should be willing to undertake any necessary training required for the role.

Legislative Requirements: This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020. This post is considered a Regulated Role with Adults, in respect of the Disclosure Scotland Act 2020. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with Adults. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made. Please refer to http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk for further information about the disclosure process and best practice.

Overseas Criminal Records Check: An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years. Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusion: The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position. As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. In line with this commitment, service leavers, their close family members, veterans and reservists will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile.

Benefits: Enrolment in award-winning local government pension scheme. To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme. Up to 33 days annual leave. Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days). Occupational sick pay. Family friendly policies – flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave, enhanced leave. Employee discounts – including discounts at the cinema. Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support).