SWRK 5984 - G3 MAPPA Development Officer (609979) - 494841

South Lanarkshire; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Salary sacrifice AVC

34 days annual leave

Public holidays 10 days

Sick pay

Flexible working

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking a MAPPA/MAPPS Development Officer to support delivery of public protection arrangements across Lanarkshire. The role focuses on policy development, coordinating multi-agency groups and reporting on performance to governance bodies.

The post requires experience in public protection or police, strong data/reporting skills, and the ability to work across partner agencies. PVG checks apply, with the option to join the pension and benefits scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience in public protection and/or a Police background.
• Experience working within a multi-agency environment.
• Knowledge of public protection frameworks and risk management processes.
• Experience of analysing data and producing reports to support service improvement.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• NPPV level 3 vetting approval (to be completed upon recruitment).
• Experience of delivering training or facilitating workshops.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation and review of MAPPA/MAPPS policies, procedures and protocols.
• Coordinate and provide administrative support to strategic and operational public protection groups.
• Monitor, analyse and report on performance information, audits and quality assurance activity.
• Assist in the delivery of training, awareness raising and continuous improvement initiatives across partner agencies.
• Prepare reports, briefings and presentations for senior managers and governance groups.
• Support the implementation of national guidance and recommendations arising from inspections and reviews.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between partner organisations.
• Contribute to project work aimed at improving public protection practices and outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 15 November 2026 at 11:55pm.

Location: Council Headquarters, Hamilton

Hours: 35hrs per week, permanent

Work Pattern: Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm, Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm

Salary / Hourly Rate: £52,392 - £53,177

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly organised and motivated MAPPA/MAPPS Development Officer to support and enhance the delivery of public protection arrangements across Lanarkshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in strengthening partnership working, improving governance, and supporting the effective management of risk posed by individuals who present a significant risk of serious harm to the public.

About the Role

• Support the development, implementation and review of MAPPA/MAPPS policies, procedures and protocols
• Coordinate and provide administrative support to strategic and operational public protection groups
• Monitor, analyse and report on performance information, audits and quality assurance activity
• Assist in the delivery of training, awareness raising and continuous improvement initiatives across partner agencies
• Prepare reports, briefings and presentations for senior managers and governance groups
• Support the implementation of national guidance and recommendations arising from inspections and reviews
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between partner organisations
• Contribute to project work aimed at improving public protection practices and outcomes

Essential Requirements

• Experience working in public protection and/or a Police background
• Experience of working within a multi-agency environment.
• Knowledge of public protection frameworks and risk management processes.
• Experience of analysing data and producing reports to support service improvement.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• NPPV level 3 vetting approval (to be completed upon recruitment)
• Experience of delivering training or facilitating workshops.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working within MAPPA, MAPPS, Justice Social Work, Community Safety or a related public protection setting.
• Knowledge of Scottish public protection legislation and guidance.
• Experience of project management, audit, quality assurance or service development.
• Experience of developing training material

If you have the relevant skills and experience and are passionate about supporting people in conflict with the law, then we would love to hear from you.

If further information would be beneficial contact should be made with Claire Borden (Interim Service Manager) [e-mail]

View the MAPPA Development Officer job profile.

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.

Please refer to http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk for further information about the disclosure process and best practice.

Overseas Criminal Records Check

An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of 12 months in the past 10 years.

Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.

Equal Opportunities and Inclusion statement

The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position.

As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families. In line with this commitment, service leavers, their close family members, veterans and reservists will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts - including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)