An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Access to Industry’s Young Peoples Service. You will work in a trauma informed way supporting young people aged 16-21, with complex health and social care issues, to progress towards education, training or employment. You will be part of a small team working one-to-one with young people as well as developing and delivering structured group work.

Key Responsibility areas will include:

Service Delivery:This role will focus on the intensive case management of young people from the City of Edinburgh who have mental health issues which may be a result of adverse childhood experiences. Their challenges to progress may be compounded by emerging issues with substances; offending behaviour; family support; and/or accommodation. You will work in outreach, to engage with Edinburgh’s young people including i.e., schools, Through-Care After-Care, young person’s substance misuse practitioners and HMP YOI Polmont (linking with AI’s Passport CashBack project).

Caseworker support:You will work one to one with young people, assessing their needs, devise action plans and work holistically. Support will be flexible, from employability to welfare advice.

You will work to progress clients into training programmes, employment, and education.

Over time you will develop small-group work programmes that meet the needs of young people you support.

Targets: The project has annual targets and outcomes that you will work towards achieving and achieving evidence of for funders. This is monitored monthly through team meetings and within support and supervision.

Partnership: Pivotal to your role, you will be working with other services and agencies to build positive networks for young people and referral sources into the service.

Administration: You will administer all aspects of the project from referrals, training, progression routes and employer engagement.

AI Team: You will play a part in the wider team of AI through attendance at internal meetings and participation in shared services across the teams.

Quality Assurance & Management Systems: You will maintain excellent records and will maintain case management through use of the Management Information Systems, Helix.

Health & Safety and Property Management: You will ensure a healthy and safe environment, and the protection and best use of property and equipment, by implementing and observing AI policies and procedures. You will ensure that all work opportunities are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety legislation and good practice.

Communications: You will be an effective communicator as you will be working with external agencies, specialist providers and employers and attending meetings on AI’s behalf. You will contribute to internal reporting procedures both written and verbally. You will market the project externally. You will ensure client and organisation confidentiality at all times.

Other Requirements:The post holder will be expected to manage their own caseload and work with minimum supervision partly in an outreach capacity.

WorkingRite seeks to stop the cycle of deprivation and poverty that occur in so many communities across Scotland. We do this through our award-winning, youth employability programme, which sees practical work skills coupled with personal development, strengthened through a mentored work placement with a small, local business of the young person’s choice. Our flexible, person-centred programmes of training, support and work placements put the young people at the heart of their future, helping those 15 – 24 years old who are furthest from the job market, to gain confidence, real skills and a foothold on the employability ladder. We have been operating as a charity since 2011 and in that time have supported over 3,500 young people into a positive destination. We currently operate programmes in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Argyll & Bute, Aberdeen and East Ayrshire.

All this means it is a very exciting time to be joining WorkingRite.

This exciting role will support young people from different secondary schools across Glasgow to prepare for employment when they leave school. By delivering WorkingRite’s in-school model, Rite to Work, this post will work will support the delivery of small groups of young people in their last year at school to gain the confidence and skills they need to progress into jobs, apprenticeships or further vocational learning – or gain further support with WorkingRite’s post-16 work experience programme in local businesses. Working alongside WorkingRite Project Coordinators; this important post will enhance the experience of RTW participants.

We require a Rite to Work Employability Assistant who can:

• Support and progress participating young people

• Understand the challenges and barriers some participants may face

• Be comfortable in a group setting with RTW groups

• Engage and motivate young people in groups and 1:1

• Offer new and creative ideas

• Provide holistic and ongoing support to participants

• Work alongside the Project Coordinator in the delivery of the programme

You will be confident, have excellent communication skills with our young people, stakeholders and other partners and above all, you must be enthusiastic and want to support young people.

Applicants must be able to travel to schools within the South of Glasgow.

Are you a passionate and caring individual that believes in social justice for all and can build positive relationships providing support and advocate on behalf of individuals that are currently involved with Justice Services.

The Wise Group, Community Justice Team are looking for 3 x mentors to provide a Throughcare support service to people who are currently on remand within HMP Perth, returning to Fife, are at risk of homelessness on release and are likely to be released direct from Court. The candidate will liaise with the customer and several services to allow the customer to reintegrate back into the community, this would include arranging help with housing, debt, benefits, addictions, and family relationships and ongoing support.

You may well have a previous offending background and spent some time in prison. If so, now is the chance to put this experience to good use and become a Mentor.

A full driving licence and daily use of a car is required as there will be some travelling required in this post.

Home broadband connection is also required to allow home working.

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient individual to join us at Socialtrack to fill the role of Youth Employment: Mountain Biking BMX Leader, specialising in working with young people facing deprivation, poverty, and challenging behaviour. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine outdoor sports leadership with youth development in underserved communities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for mountain biking and BMX, along with experience in supporting young people facing socio-economic barriers and behavioural challenges.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement tailored mountain biking and BMX programs for youth experiencing deprivation, poverty, and challenging behaviour.
• Provide effective leadership and guidance during biking sessions, maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
• Foster positive relationships with youth participants, building trust and rapport to support their personal and skill development.
• Design and deliver workshops and activities using SVQ and British Cycling qualifications, aimed at addressing the specific needs and interests of the target demographic, including life skills development, confidence-building exercises, and career exploration.
• Collaborate with local community organisations, schools, and social services to identify and reach out to youth in need of support, ensuring program accessibility and inclusivity.
• Support the recruitment and training of youth participants between 16 and 21 to Skill School, providing mentorship and assistance in overcoming barriers to success.
• Manage program logistics, including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and transportation arrangements, to ensure smooth operation of activities and events.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and conflict resolution techniques to address challenging behaviour and promote a positive group dynamic.
• Monitor participant progress and evaluate program effectiveness, collecting feedback and data to inform program improvements and adjustments.
• Advocate for the needs and interests of youth facing deprivation and poverty, working to address systemic barriers and promote social equity and justice.
• Report to the Management team and directors on progress of program on a regular basis.
• Under go a PVG check and become a member, if not already, of Disclosure Scotland.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in mountain biking and/or BMX riding, with advanced skills and proficiency in both disciplines.
• Proven track record of working with youth from disadvantaged backgrounds, including those facing poverty, deprivation, and behavioural challenges.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse youth populations.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and experience in working with individuals impacted by trauma and adversity.
• Ability to adapt program activities and approaches to meet the unique needs and interests of participants.
• Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of program delivery and organizational practices.
• Outdoor First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for program-related travel.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required by program activities and events.
• Passion for youth development and social justice, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of young people facing adversity.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to combine your passion for mountain biking with your commitment to supporting youth facing deprivation, poverty, and challenging behaviour. If you are a compassionate and resilient individual with a desire to empower underserved youth through outdoor sports and mentorship, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role.