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Quarriers Glasgow North West Carers Service have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Family Wellbeing Worker (Welfare Rights)

Quarriers are an ambitious organisation and we believe that we have a role in making Scotland a better place.

North West Carers Service provides support to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of unpaid carers of all ages in the Northwest of Glasgow.

Your new opportunity

This pilot project will provide a valuable contribution to the overall service by providing high-quality, person-centred financial advice to unpaid carers and their families who are experiencing financial hardship.

The role will focus on offering practical support in areas such as income maximisation, welfare benefits, debt management, and financial wellbeing for unpaid carers. The successful postholder will work closely with carers to help them navigate financial challenges and connect them with services and resources that will help improve their financial wellbeing.

The role requires a high level of organisation, discretion, and a commitment to Quarriers values by providing much needed financial support that is inclusive, respectful, and empowering, helping carers build financial resilience and access their rights.

Working pattern: This is a temporary role for 12 months, with the possibility of extension subject to funding.

This role is an agile working role with blend of home/office/community settings dependant on service requirements.

What you’ll bring

• Strong understanding of the UK and Scottish benefits system.
• Experience in welfare rights, money advice, or similar roles in the voluntary sector role.
• Strong understanding of financial inclusion and its’s importance to vulnerable groups
• Qualification in relevant field (Desirable)
• Valid driving licence and access to own vehicle (Desirable)

What you’ll get

• SVQ qualifications via our accredited centre
• Generous leave
• Training & development opportunities
• Opportunity to change lives through meaningful work
• Family-friendly policies
• Health benefits: HSF cash plans, physio & occupational health
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Life Assurance & Pension
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to Concerts for Carers

Full details of this role can be viewed on the attached Job Role Profile.

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About Us

Quarriers is one of Scotland’s leading social care charities. We provide practical care and support for vulnerable children, adults and families who face extremely challenging circumstances. We challenge poverty and inequality of opportunity to bring about positive changes in people’s lives.

Benefits

• Free physiotherapy and occupational health
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Non-contributory life assurance scheme
• Workplace pension
• Christmas savings scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service rewards
• Significant discount opportunities