At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with care experienced young people and facilitate group sessions.
- Company: West Lothian Council, dedicated to supporting young people's voices.
- Benefits: Opportunity to make a real difference in young lives and develop skills.
- Other info: Join a supportive team focused on personal and social development.
- Why this job: Be part of a meaningful initiative that empowers young people in your community.
- Qualifications: Current employee of West Lothian Council with a passion for youth work.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Supply hours - Various Locations
Applications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of West Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us).
West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels.
Having Your Say group has been operating in West Lothian since 2000 and is currently undergoing a revision of service and how these are delivered to care experienced young people in West Lothian. Due to the proposed expansion of the Having Your Say group, we are seeking applications from interested parties for group worker roles, across the younger (Primary school age) and older (secondary school age) groups.
Having Your Say is a group for Care Experienced Young People in West Lothian aged 5-18 years. The main objective of Having Your Say is to provide a forum for participation for looked after young children and people in the area, enabling them to have a say in issues affecting them. The key aims of the group are to:
- Nurture personal, social and emotional development;
- Actively involve children and young people in decision-making processes;
- Influence service development;
- Inform children and young people about their rights.
Duties will include but not limited to:
- Preparing for the group/organising the session
- Engaging with care experienced young people
- Keeping awareness of the needs of individual children
- Recording on the social policy database
- Raising successes/concerns to Team Manager
- Attendance at monthly team meetings
This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 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 by West Lothian Council.
Supply Children's Worker, Various Locations, 505.47 - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY - WEL10471 in Livingston employer: West Lothian Council
West Lothian Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, staff have access to numerous growth opportunities while contributing to meaningful initiatives that empower care-experienced young people in the community. The council's commitment to employee well-being and engagement ensures a fulfilling workplace culture that values every individual's contribution.
