G4 Refugee Resettlement Programme Adviser

Coast Concrete Services; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in Scotland seeks a Refugee Resettlement Advisor to manage complex programmes and provide specialist housing support. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in refugee programs, a solid understanding of immigration issues, and a relevant management qualification. This permanent role offers competitive benefits and an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Annual leave up to 33 days

Occupational sick pay

Family-friendly policies

Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with refugee resettlement and integration programmes.
• Knowledge of immigration issues including asylum requirements.
• Willingness to meet qualification requirements as a registered service.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse and complex programmes within the team.
• Serve as the first point of contact for guidance and advice.
• Deliver intensive housing support based on individual needs.

Skills

Refugee resettlement

Housing support

Immigration knowledge

Education

Relevant management qualification or willingness to achieve

Job description

Overview

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking a Refugee Resettlement Advisor to join our Asylum and Refugee Service. This is a permanent role within one of Scotland's largest and best performing local authorities. The team is registered with the Scottish Social Services Council and Care Inspectorate.

Hours, Working Pattern, Salary, Vacancy

• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
• Salary: £52,992 - £57,885 per year
• Vacancy: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Manage a wide range of diverse and complex programmes and support a specialist trauma-informed team.
• Be the first point of contact for guidance and advice internally and across Community Planning Partners.
• Deliver intensive and specialist housing support based on need; bring an innovative and flexible approach to supporting the team, new arrivals and households across South Lanarkshire.

Qualifications and Experience

• Hands-on experience as well as strategic and operational understanding of refugee resettlement and integration programmes.
• Sound knowledge of immigration issues including asylum requirements and No Recourse to Public Funds challenges.
• Relevant qualifications to provide management support, or willingness to work towards achieving this qualification within 2 years of taking up the post.
• As this is a registered service, you must be willing to meet any qualification requirements.

How to Apply and Important Instructions

• Internal applicants must apply via Opportunity Marketplace and complete skills and qualifications either via the ME tab on Fusion prior to starting the application form or by clicking the link in the form section titled "Review Skills and Qualifications".
• Please do not submit CVs; if additional information is required, upload it under supporting documents. All correspondence will be via email.

Application Content and Process Notes

• When completing the application, provide evidence of experience and achievements in the five behaviours framework: Efficient, Flexible, Leading, Working with Others, and Performing.
• Cannot canvass Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire Council; doing so may disqualify the applicant.
• Preferred candidates identified after the selection process will be required to assist with recruitment checks; delays may lead to withdrawal from the position.

Legal and Equality

• This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003 and is considered a Regulated Role under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Applicants barred from working with children and/or adults are not eligible.
• Preferred candidates will be required to join or update the PVG Scheme prior to a formal offer.
• Foreign police checks may be required for periods living or working abroad; provide details of any gaps in employment as applicable.
• South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and participates in disability confidence schemes; veterans are guaranteed an interview if minimum requirements are met.

Benefits

• Enrolment in the local government pension scheme; salary sacrifice AVC option is available.
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus public holidays (up to 10 days).
• Occupational sick pay and family-friendly policies (flexible working, enhanced maternity/paternity leave).
• Employee discounts and wellbeing benefits (Cycle to Work, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program).

Note: This position is a regulated role and requires compliance with relevant safeguarding and recruitment checks. Please refer to the governing information provided in the advertisement.