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Who Cares? Scotland - Children’s Rights, Advocacy and Participation Worker
Created: 17/04/2017Role: Children’s Rights, Advocacy and Participation Worker
Salary: £21,534 - £27,811
Hours: 35 hours per week – Maternity cover from end of June 2017 to end of June 2018
The postholder will work directly with care experienced children and young people, primarily in an individual advocacy role. This means listening to what they say and working with them to ensure their voice is heard regarding the decisions which are being made about their life. You will also facilitate collective advocacy, which brings young people together in groups, to have their collective voice heard by corporate parents and others to create positive change.
The right candidate will have a relevant qualification, to a minimum standard of HNC/SVQ 3 (SCQF level 7) in a discipline related to working with children and young people, or equivalent work experience.
A current full driving licence is also essential.
For further information on these posts and to download an application form, visit their website.
The closing date for applications is Friday 28 April 2017 at 5pm
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 9 May 2017.