About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Communications and Policy department at the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). If you have an interest in public policy and presenting information in an engaging and informed way, then this is the role for you.

Your role will be to support the SSSC’s approach to policy and equality by monitoring key policy and parliamentary activities to identify reports, consultations or other initiatives that are relevant to the SSSC. You’ll work with the Policy and Equality Team to develop briefings setting out how our work supports national policy priorities. You’ll also help us to report on how we deliver on our statutory duties such as the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) and as a corporate parent.

Who we are

We are the independent regulator for social service workers in Scotland. Our work means the people of Scotland can count on social work, social care and children and young people services being provided by a trusted, skilled and confident workforce.

We protect the public by registering people working in social work, social care and children and young people services, setting standards for their practice, conduct, training and education and by supporting their professional development. Where people fall below the standards of practice and conduct, we can investigate and take action.

What you need to succeed

You will hold a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or relevant Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) level 7 award in in Business Administration, Social Sciences or similar.

You will have experience of using Microsoft Word and Excel to develop and manage our work. You will be flexible in your approach and able to manage changing priorities or demands. You will have some knowledge or understanding of the role of Scottish Government and the SSSC.

Why work for us

We are an ambitious, enthusiastic and supportive organisation. With around 300 employees, you can really make an impact here. We offer a generous salary, flexible working arrangements, a full range of benefits, local government pension scheme and up to 43 days holiday (dependent on service).

You can find out more about the benefits of working here on our website.

Our office is in Dundee, and we have an agile working policy which means you can work at home or in the office. We are happy to discuss individual arrangements depending on job requirements (such as being in the office for training events and meetings etc).

We do meet in the office regularly (at least once a month) as well as being there for other meetings, training and work commitments.