At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people aged 16-24 with personal, social, and educational skills.
- Company: West Dunbartonshire Council, a top flexible employer.
- Benefits: 25+ days annual leave, pension scheme, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible working options and potential for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families.
- Qualifications: Experience in support roles and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 24227 - 29611 £ per year.
Job Description West Dunbartonshire Working4U Team are recruiting a Working 4U Officer to support Fairer Futures Partnership delivery.
The postholder will develop and deliver high quality provision to young people who are at risk of or involved with community justice.
Delivering one to one and groupwork support, you will support young people aged 16 - 24 and their families to enhance their personal, social and educational skills as well as providing whole family support.
Your approach will focus on early intervention, resilience, and whole-family support, with a strong emphasis on trauma- informed services.
The post is initially until 30/03/2027 with potential extension based on funding.
Requirements This post is considered a Regulated Role with Adults and Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential.
Further details of this scheme can be found here .
Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.
Responsibilities The employment for which you are applying is excepted from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applicants are, therefore, not statutorily entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the Act.
In the event of employment any failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action.
The Individual WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance.
In addition to this there are also additional benefits
- Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
- A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
- Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support Now that you have read the role and what we have to offer, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the application to tell us your experience, and why you are the candidate for this role.
For information about West Dunbartonshire Council please click on the following link and see why we are an employer of choice: About Us More information on the benefits of working within West Dunbartonshire Council, can be found using the following link: Benefits of Working With Us
Working4U Officer (Fixed-Term) - WDN06677 in Dumbarton employer: West Dunbartonshire Council
West Dunbartonshire Council is an excellent employer for those passionate about education, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration among staff. Located in Clydebank, the council is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that empowers teachers to inspire students and drive school improvement, ensuring meaningful contributions to the community and the future of education.
Contact Details:
West Dunbartonshire Council Recruitment Team
