Job Purpose:
Before applying for this job, it is essential to read the guidance and Job Profile attached, as they explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.
Location: Various Locations in Aberdeen
Duration: Permanent, Part Time - 20 hours
Roles that require PVG Membership
Please note that, with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full-time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above, currently £31,505 per annum / £17.31 per hour).
The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee's first full month's salary payment.
Job Purpose/About the Role
To work with young people engaged with Youth Participation programmes, supporting their personal and social development. This enables young people to become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens, and effective contributors through their participation in youth work programmes.
Minimum Requirements:
The post holder must have experience of working with young people.
Desirable Skills:
* Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with young people
* Clear and effective communication with young people
* Creativity and initiative
* Ability to provide written reports to a high standard
* Empowering young people to take responsibility and make decisions
* Ability to work with people from different organisations and services
* Ensuring young people's health and safety
* IT skills for keeping records and presenting reports
About Us:
Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Recruitment pack.
Flexible Working:
We offer flexible working for most roles, allowing employees to choose a working pattern that suits them and the organisation.
Disability Confident:
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and require a reasonable adjustment, please contact AskHR@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Armed Forces:
We are a forces-friendly employer, signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and are a gold award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. For questions about jobs, application/selection process, or employee support, contact armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
We have guaranteed interview schemes for applicants who meet the minimum criteria and are a disabled person, looked-after young person, or care leaver, among others.
Please note that eligibility to work in the UK depends on legal status, and all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
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