Jobs in South Lanarkshire

All posts we recruit require a female applicant under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975.

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre (LRCC); established in 2004, is an independent charity with the objective of relieving the distress and improving the welfare of women and girls who, at any time in their lives, have been subjected to any form of sexual violence. LRCC works collaboratively with 17 Rape Crisis Centres across Scotland who also adhere to National Service Standards.

Today we deliver on the following:

• Provide trauma informed therapeutic support to women and girls who have experienced rape and all forms of sexual violence (aged 12+) as well as their friends, family, partners and workers. We also provide crisis support options for male survivors and survivors of all gender identities.
• Provide advocacy support to those considering or engaging with the criminal justice process; there are 4 justice advocacy practitioner positions currently operating in Lanarkshire. The team manager provides induction, training and ongoing support to this post.
• Work in partnership with communities, partner agencies and other key stakeholders to improve understanding of gender-based violence, provide trauma informed responses to survivors of sexual violence and develop community level prevention initiatives
• Delivers prevention work with young people as part of the Rape Crisis Scotland National Prevention Programme. rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/prevention and specific prevention project work funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.

Background Information: National Advocacy Service

The National Advocacy Service is funded by the Scottish Government, with the fund being administered by Rape Crisis Scotland and delivered by local rape crisis centres. The service aims to provide support and advocacy to survivors who have engaged or are considering engaging with the criminal justice system following a sexual crime. You can read more about the National Advocacy project here rapecrisisscotland.org.uk/national-advocacy-project

The broad objectives are:

• An improvement in the support available to survivors of rape and serious sexual crime
• An improvement in the experience of the criminal justice process for survivors of rape and serious sexual crime
• The development of a better understanding of motivations whether or not to proceed within the criminal justice process, and what difference advocacy support makes to this decision.

The Centre is based in central Hamilton; however, justice advocacy practitioners spend parts of their working time in locations such as court buildings and police stations. This post is funded by the Scottish Government and is classed as maternity cover for a period of 10 months.

Purpose of the post:

The overall aim of this post is to provide support and justice advocacy to survivors who are engaged, or considering engaging, with the criminal justice system following an experience of sexual violence.

Every day people with chest, heart and stroke conditions are leaving hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland.

By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as Assistant Shop Manager you can be the difference between people just surviving and really living.

You will be part of Scotland’s leading health charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full again. Our Community Healthcare Support Service provides access to a range of supported self management and community recovery services to support people across Scotland to manage their health as well as possible and adjust to life after a diagnosis of a chest or heart condition or after a stroke.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Shop Manager for the Strathaven store. You’d be responsible for leading a team to engage with the community to deliver the set Key Performance Indicators. You will have the autonomy to be innovative in achieving your targets.

CHSS also supports flexible recruitment through Working Families and we are “Happy to Talk Flexible Working”.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure check. CHSS is committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a service which is free from unfair and unlawful discrimination. We therefore aim to ensure that no applicant, volunteer or member of staff is unfairly treated on the grounds of offending background.

The Youth Navigator will support young people who have been affected by a loved one’s problematic alcohol or substance use or their own use.

Regenfx Youth Trust is a well-established charitable youth organisation, proud to have created Scotland’s first-ever visible Youth Recovery Service - The GIVIT. We use a blend of youth work, harm reduction, rapid access to Counselling and a robust recovery model.

We’re looking for a committed Youth Worker to join our ‘GIVIT some STREET’ Early Intervention Team. You will work with young people aged 11–20 yrs who are taking risks around alcohol and substance use or are affected by a loved one’s problematic substance use.

What we will Provide:

• Full Training and a Supportive Team
• Continuous Personal Development

What You’ll Do:

• Provide meaningful 1:1 support and facilitate group sessions for young people engaging with our service.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships grounded in respect, care, and understanding.
• Work closely with a supportive and experienced team, with opportunities to learn and develop through comprehensive training and shadowing.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A motivated individual with experience in Youth Work and or the Recovery Field.
• Someone capable of managing a small caseload and fostering genuine connections with young people.
• Someone with flexibility to contribute to our 7-day-a-week service.

We need a youth worker who can contribute to providing groupwork sessions and successfully engage young people in the service. A knowledge of alcohol and substance harm reduction is desirable. However, we value genuine interest in youth work and a drive to make a difference.

Not Sure If You Fit the Criteria?

We understand that you may not tick every box, but if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out for a conversation to learn more about the role and our team.

Be part of something impactful - help us support young people before alcohol and substances become a problem for them or help create spaces that provide breathing space for those that are affected by someone else’s substance use.

JOB INFORMATION

Organisation Profile:

Regen:fx Youth Trust is a registered charity established in 2007. We develop & deliver Youth Diversion Programmes and Specialised Projects throughout South Lanarkshire for 8 – 25yr olds. Checkout our website regenfxyouthtrust.org

Additional Information:

Driving Licence and access to a car is required.

We require Sessional Staff for a number of our services including Hyper Cyber Youth Project in Blantyre and GIVIT some STREET project. If you have experience as a Youth Worker or a Recovery Support Worker this might be for you.

You will work with young people aged 11 – 20yrs either within a youth project or The GIVIT Service depending on your experience and the area of work that most interests you.

You will provide practical and emotional support to young people through one-on-one support and group activities. In conjunction with your colleagues, you will organise activity programmes, trips out, food, topical workshops and issue-based work.

You will encourage and support young people to participate in opportunities both internal and external to Regen:fx

You should have a genuine interest in working with young people, excellent communication skills and be able to build positive relationships. Any specialist skills in Sport, Social Media, Technology, Drama would be welcomed.

Successful applicants should have experience of working with young people.

JOB INFORMATION

Organisation Profile:

Regen:fx Youth Trust is a registered charity established in 2007. We work in partnership to develop and deliver a co-ordinated Youth Diversion Programme throughout South Lanarkshire for disadvantaged young people between the ages of 8 – 25yrs. Please check out our website regenfxyouthtrust.org.

Additional Information:

Car & Driving Licence desirable

Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.

If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.

Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

What we offer:

• Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.
• Competitive Salary and Pension Options
• Full time & Part time hours available
• Double pay for festive bank holidays
• Long service awards
• Fully funded SVQ3
• Access to our benefits platform with high street voucher and tech discounts and cycle to work scheme to name a few!
• Inhouse training programmes
• Significant Gym discounts
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• 24/7 access to employee assistance programme, including counselling
• A wide range of family friendly policies
• Life Assurance cover of 3 times your salary
• Credit Union
• £200 refer a friend scheme

And many more!

About the Role:

As a Support Worker, you’ll work as part of a team in providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for the people who use our services. You’ll do this by providing practical and emotional support and encouraging them to achieve their own personal outcomes in all aspects of their daily lives.

Main Responsibilities:

This Support Worker role working at our CB Portwell service in Hamilton involves working on a rota covering various dayshift patterns of 7hr or 7.5hr shifts between the hours of 7:45am – 10:15pm. These shifts would mainly be for 7:45-3:00pm, 3:00-10:15pm and 12-7pm. This role involves working 31 hours per week. The Support Worker will:

• work as part of a team providing safe, secure, supported accommodation for homeless people.
• support, review, monitor and evaluate through our case management system, to achieve a positive person-centred outcome for the people we work with in line with organisational, statutory and legislative requirements.
• maintain and update all recording systems and documentation in line with relevant policies, procedures and practice guidelines, including the occupancy agreement, within required timeframes.
• provide, plan and facilitate key work meetings, key work sessions, meetings, reviews and other internal/external meetings in conjunction with the person’s support plan.
• provide general advocacy and advice to the people we support, including assistance to enable them to meet the conditions of their occupancy agreements.

To find out more about being a Support Worker, click the link below:

Support Worker Role Profile

About You:

To join us, you need to have a genuine passion for helping people.

Ideally, possess 1 year of experience of working with vulnerable people and challenging behaviour which can be from personal, voluntary and/or professional experience.

Demonstrated commitment and ability to undertake care practice in accordance with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) code of practice, National Care Standards, Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care and the Associations policies and procedures.

Ability to relate empathetically to people and recognise their right to choice and independence.

Ability to work flexibly and as a lone worker.

Able to use Microsoft or equivalent applications competently.

Ideally, hold and SVQ level 2 or above and be willing to work towards an SVQ 3.

We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Managers you will be able to develop in your career.

To apply for this role, please click ‘Apply’ below where you’ll be given important information regarding the process and an application form to complete and upload.

Due to the Safer Recruitment requirements by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and Care Inspectorate we do not accept CV’s and you must therefore complete our application form.

Please note we do not accept applications from out with the UK as we do not have a UK visa sponsorship license.

If you require any support in completing your application or the form in a different format, then please get in touch at recruitment@bluetriangle.org.uk or telephone us on 0141 729 8050.

Healthy Valleys is a community-led organisation committed to providing outstanding local services that help preserve the mental and physical health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities living in rural South Lanarkshire. We have two new exciting opportunities to join our team.

Both posts were developed jointly by representatives of these communities working alongside Foundation Scotland and Healthy Valleys.

One post is 35hrs per week and will support the communities of Douglas and Glespin. The role has been made possible through Coalburn, Douglas and Glespin (CDG) community benefit funds (Nadara Galawhistle Wind Farm and Greencoat UK Wind Douglas West Wind Farm).

One post is 17.5hrs per week and will support the communities of Blackwood, Kirkmuirhill and Boghead. This role has been made possible through the Nadara Auchrobert Wind Farm Community Fund.

Each successful candidate will help support and build the capacity of the respective communities, support new and existing local community groups, help local groups and organisations identify, develop and fund projects in line with local priorities within the Community Action Plans and will catalyse and encourage community volunteers to take ideas forward.

Job One

Job Title: Community Development Officer (Douglas and Glespin)

Salary: £31,399 (£29,702 pro rata)

Hours: 35 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Fixed term contract to September 2026, with the possibility of extension, dependent on impact and continuation of funding

Funded by: Coalburn, Douglas & Glespin Community Fund, administered by Foundation Scotland. See foundationscotland.org.uk/cdg-community-fund

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 24th March 2025 at 9am

Interview Dates: Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th April 2025

Job Two

Job Title: Community Development Officer (Blackwood, Kirkmuirhill and Boghead)

Salary: £31,399 (£14,851 pro rata)

Hours: 17.5 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Fixed term contract to September 2027, with the possibility of extension, dependent on impact and continuation of funding

Funded by: Nadara Auchrobert Wind Farm Community Fund, administered by Foundation Scotland. See foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/auchrobert

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 24th March 2025 at 9am

Interview Date: Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th April 2025

These roles are subject to a PVG Disclosure Scotland check, which will be paid by Healthy Valleys.

Due to the requirement to travel around rural communities, the postholder must have a full, clean driving licence and access to their own transport (with appropriate business insurance)

Role

Community Volunteers Enabling You (COVEY) has been a lifeline for children, young people, and families across Lanarkshire since 1992. We provide 1-1 and group-based befriending, mentoring, and family support services tailored to those who need it most. Our mission is to help children, young people and families become more resilient, safe, and better equipped to reach their full potential.

As the Head of Services, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of COVEY’s services. You will lead and inspire a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, integrated, and impactful services that respond to the needs of children, young people and families. Your leadership will ensure that COVEY continues to meet its mission and strategic objectives, while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, you will oversee the development of participant support models, cultivate strategic partnerships with statutory and third-sector organisations, and ensure services meet the objectives outlined in grant or tender agreements.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in Health & Social Care, Youth Work, Community Development, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in service delivery roles within the third sector or public sector.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams.
• Flexible, innovative, and solution-focused approach to leadership and service delivery.
• Experience in service planning, delivery, and evaluation, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes
• Strong knowledge and experience of safeguarding, compliance, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, financial management, and strategic thinking skills.
• A deep understanding of the needs of vulnerable children, young people, and families.

What We Offer

We offer a rewarding and fulfilling role with the opportunity to develop your skills and career in an enriching environment. Our benefits package includes:

Financial Benefits:

• Competitive salary (£40,826 - £46,523)
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Access to ScotWest Credit Union (loans, mortgages, and savings accounts)

Wellbeing & Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working (including flexi-time)
• One special leave day to celebrate your birthday
• HSF Health plan (including dental, optical, physio claim back, personal accident coverage, GP, mental health counselling, legal support, and discounts for gym, cinema, and shopping)
• Quarterly staff wellbeing activities

Professional Development:

• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Support for continuous professional growth

Could you be Key?

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.

At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.

We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:

• Main Grade Hourly Rate £12.50 (Induction and Relief Register Hourly Rate £12)
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.00.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Annual SSSC fees paid for all contracted support workers
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Costco Membership.
• Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.

No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.

Could you be Key?

Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.

At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.

We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:

• Main Grade Hourly Rate £12.50 (Induction and Relief Register Hourly Rate £12)
• Sleepover hourly rate of £12.00.
• Competitive annual leave and company sick pay.
• Annual SSSC fees paid for all contracted support workers
• Enhanced pay for work on targeted Public Holidays.
• Paid Membership of Disclosure Scotland’s PVG Scheme.
• Full, in-depth training for your role.
• Fully funded SVQ qualification with support provided to achieve this.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free confidential counselling, advice and support on a wide range of issues.
• A Workplace Pension.
• Free access to occupational health support.
• Credit Union Membership.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Costco Membership.
• Blue Light Card/Blue Light Ticket registration which offer a range of discounts and savings.
• Concerts for Carers registration.

Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.

No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.

If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.