Assistant Project Worker - Individual Support/Group Activities

Scvo; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and Development Programme

Full induction programme

Scottish Living Wage accreditation

Job summary

Glasgow Association for Mental Health (GAMH) is recruiting an Assistant Project Worker to coordinate recovery-focused group activities across Glasgow. You will plan and deliver groups, workshops and community opportunities that promote participation, co-production and peer support in partnership with colleagues, service users and carers.

The role requires SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) and PVG clearance; GAMH supports ongoing learning through its Learning and Development Programme and induction.

Qualifications

• Applicants require a qualification at SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Commitment to safeguarding and PVG checks as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recovery-focused group activities within GAMH Community Recovery Service.
• Plan and deliver groups, workshops and community opportunities to promote participation and peer support.
• Create safe, welcoming and inclusive spaces to build confidence and skills.

Education

SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)

Job description

## Assistant Project Worker - Individual Support/Group Activities* Glasgow Association for Mental Health* Full time* £24,479* On site: Glasgow* Closing 20th November 2026* Advertised from 6th November 2026* 35 hours per week. Fixed-term until 31st December 2027* APW GA#### Role**GLASGOW ASSOCIATION FOR MENTAL HEALTH**GAMH services support people with mental health problems to recover and lead selfdetermined and purposeful lives. Wecurrently have vacancies for reliable and enthusiastic people who can commit to our core values of equality,inclusion and recovery. GAMH is a Scottish Living Wage accredited organisation and is committed to Fair WorkFirst principles for all employment terms and conditions.Our Learning and Development Programme guarantees continuous training opportunities to ensure you have the skills andknowledge required for your role and to meet SSSC registration requirements.**About The Role**We are seeking an Assistant Project Worker to coordinate recovery-focused group activities within our city-wide GAMHCommunity Recovery Service, supporting adults experiencing or recovering from mental health challenges. Workingwith colleagues, service users, carers and partners, you will plan and deliver groups, workshops and communityopportunities that promote participation, co-production and peer support. You will create safe, welcoming andinclusive spaces where people can build confidence and skills, improve wellbeing, reduce isolation and developsupportive relationships.Applicants require a qualification at SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards achieving thisqualification, is essential.As these services are registered with the Care Inspectorate, you will be required to pay an annual fee to theScottish Social Services Council (SSSC) to maintain your registration.In return GAMH offers an attractive salary, excellent terms and conditions and a fantastic package of additionalbenefits. The successful candidates will also benefit from a full supportive induction programme as well as acomprehensive and effective learning and development programme.GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this,we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any particularrequirements regarding your application, please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 5525592.These posts are regulated roles with children and protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups(Scotland) Act 2007, as amended by the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Successful candidates will be required tohold PVG Scheme membership for both the children’s and protected adults’ workforces and complete the appropriatePVG disclosure process through Disclosure Scotland. Any offer of employment with Glasgow Association for MentalHealth (GAMH) will be conditional upon confirmation of the required PVG Scheme membership and receipt of asatisfactory PVG disclosure.#### Application notesPlease visit the GAMH website to apply.Alternatively, you can request an application form from:GAMHSt Andrews by the Green33 Turnbull StreetGlasgow G1 5PRTel: 0141 552 5592