CLD Senior Youth Development Worker, West Lothian Secondary School, 496.132 - WEL09644. Job in [...]

West Lothian Council; Livingston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking a Senior Youth Development Worker for the ELEV8 Training Programme. This fixed-term role focuses on supporting unemployed young people aged 16-24 to build skills and confidence, guiding them toward further education or employment. The position underscores the council's commitment to diversity and the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people aged 16-24.
• Ability to develop skills and confidence in others.
• Knowledge of the PVG Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Engage with young people in the Training Programme.
• Support progression to training, education, or employment.

Job description

Overview

36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 31 March 2026

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

Role

An Opportunity has arisen within the CLD Youth Services Team for a Senior Youth Development Worker to work in the ELEV8 Training Programme. The post will be Fixed Term until March 2026 as we have external funding through the Scottish Government No One Left Behind Programme.

Responsibilities

• You will work with individuals and groups of young people who are engaging with the Training Programme (a programme of learning for unemployed young people aged 16-24).
• You will work with colleagues and the young people to develop their skills and confidence to progress them onto training, further education or employment.

Requirements / Equalities

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