Job Purpose
The Employability Worker will deliver volunteering and employability support to parents, carers and individuals experiencing barriers to employment, education and training. Embedded within Govan HELP’s wider family support model, the role will ensure employability support is integrated alongside counselling, wellbeing, financial advice and practical family support services. The postholder will work flexibly and compassionately with individuals who may be far from the labour market, supporting them to build confidence, develop skills and progress at a realistic pace towards positive destinations. This role is central to Govan HELP’s place‑based approach to tackling child poverty and strengthening outcomes for families across the Govan community.
Key Responsibilities
Employability Support
* Deliver tailored one-to-one employability support to parents, carers and community members
* Support individuals to identify strengths, aspirations and achievable goals
* Develop personalized action plans with participants
* Support CV building, applications, interview preparation and job searching
* Assist individuals to access training, volunteering and employability opportunities
* Work closely with volunteers and create more opportunities
Volunteering Development & Coordination
* Support the development and coordination of volunteering opportunities across Govan HELP services
* Recruit, support and maintain positive relationships with volunteers
* Identify meaningful volunteering pathways that build confidence, skills and progression opportunities
* Work with volunteers to support service delivery across groups, community activities and the Pantry
* Promote volunteering as a stepping stone towards employability, training and social connection
* Support volunteers to identify strengths, gain experience and progress towards positive destinations
* Maintain volunteer records and contribute to monitoring and reporting on volunteer engagement and outcomes
Barrier Identification & Support
* Identify barriers impacting employability including poverty, trauma, mental health challenges, caring responsibilities, low confidence, financial hardships and skills gaps
* Work collaboratively with internal services to ensure participants receive holistic support
Group Work & Community Engagement
* Deliver group-based employability and confidence-building sessions
* Facilitate work‑readiness and personal development activities
* Undertake outreach across the Govan community to engage individuals furthest from employment
* Build trusting relationships within the local community
Partnership Working
* Develop pathways with employers, training providers and employability agencies
* Work collaboratively with schools, housing providers, third sector organisations and community partners
* Promote volunteering and supported progression opportunities
Outcome Monitoring
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes
* Support reporting on outcomes and impact
* Track participant progress and sustainment outcomes
Person Specification
Essential
* Experience supporting individuals facing barriers to employment
* Understanding of poverty, trauma and social exclusion
* Experience delivering one-to-one support and group work
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
* Ability to motivate and empower others
* Knowledge of employability pathways, training and local support services
* Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
* IT skills and ability to maintain accurate records
Desirable
* Experience within the third sector or community-based services
* Understanding of trauma-informed practice
* Experience supporting parents and families
* Knowledge of the Govan community and local challenges
* Relevant qualification in Community Development, Employability, Social Care or related field
Values & Approach
* Compassion and empathy
* A non-judgemental approach
* Commitment to tackling inequality and child poverty
* Flexibility and creativity
* Belief in people’s potential
* Commitment to relational and place-based working
Why This Role Matters
By supporting parents, carers and volunteers towards employment, education and training, the Employability Worker will help strengthen household stability, improve wellbeing and contribute to better long-term outcomes for children and families. This role reflects Govan HELP’s belief that tackling child poverty requires whole-family, community-led and relational approaches that support people to move beyond surviving to thriving.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The post‑holder will be expected to adopt a flexible attitude to the duties, which may have to be varied subject to the needs of the service and in keeping with the general profile of the post. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by the Exclusions and Exemptions (Scotland) Order 2003, and as such any appointment will be subject to them having appropriate PVG Scheme Membership.
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