Unpaid Work Supervisor - ARB16991

Argyll and Bute Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Government Authority in the UK is seeking a Community Payback Unpaid Work Coordinator to assess and supervise community service orders. The role focuses on reducing re-offending and creating safe communities. Ideal candidates should be team-oriented, flexible, and have a driving license for larger vehicles. Join to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and career growth opportunities

Flexible working approach

Qualifications

• Motivated, able to work as part of a team and independently.
• Flexible attitude to the role.
• PVG Membership required.

Responsibilities

• Support assessment, organization, and supervision of Community Payback Unpaid Work.
• Contribute to reducing re-offending.
• Help individuals live and work in safer communities.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Driving license over 3500kg

Job description

Overview

Service: Health and Social Care Partnership

Closing Date: Tuesday 4th November 2025

We would love to welcome the successful candidate to join our team at Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business. And we are committed to making the council the place to have a great career, by providing excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so that each of our 5000 colleagues can deliver services that help our corner of Scotland thrive. Join us to make a difference.

To assist in providing a high quality service to individuals who have been ordered to undertake Unpaid Work as part of a Community Payback Order imposed by the Court by assessing, organising and supervising Community Payback Unpaid Work, thereby contributing to reducing re-offending which allows people to live and work in safer, stronger communities.

Responsibilities

The role supports assessment, organisation and supervision of Community Payback Unpaid Work, contributing to reducing re-offending and helping individuals live and work in safer, stronger communities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Motivated, able to work as part of a team but also under own initiative. Flexible attitude to the role and the post.
• Licence to drive vehicles above 3500kg and tow trailers above 750kg.
• This post requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with adults.
• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement
• Cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres
• Wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for learning and career growth
• Flexible working approach where possible

Application Process

To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

If you would like clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description please contact the recruiting manager, who is

John Gilchrist - Unpaid Work Co-ordinator

Telephone Number: 01369 708470

Email: [e-mail]

Please note that you cannot apply for this vacancy by contacting the recruiting manager, applications must be made by clicking on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

Please also note that we do not accept CVs, only applications completed and submitted via the Apply Now button on this page.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit Equality & Diversity Policy