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 – 25 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, Aberdeen and East Ayrshire.
All this means it is a very exciting time to be joining WorkingRite.
This exciting role supporting our in-work support Connections phase of the WorkingRite programme will support trainees who have secured a positive outcome who would benefit from the support of a community mentor. Our mentors come from all walks of life and communities across our areas of delivery; giving up their valuable time to support a young person as they embark on a significant transition in their lives not only to support them to sustain work but build a strong and healthy network of support around them.
We require an Area Support Officer who can:
You will have excellent communication skills, strong IT skills and be well organised with experience in the delivery of similar programmes. Above all, you must be enthusiastic and want to support young people.
(This role is suitable for working from home although travel to delivery areas will be required as needed. We offer Flexible Working by default.)
To apply for this position please forward a CV and covering letter of no more than 500 words detailing how you meet the essential criteria of the post to recruit@workingrite.co.uk
An equal opportunities survey will be sent to you on submission.
For an informal chat about this post contact Nikki Stein Connections Manager, on 07759123114
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd June 2025 – 12 noon
WorkingRite are happy to talk flexible working and the role is suitable for hybrid working. For further details this exciting role and how to apply, visit workingrite.co.uk/join-us/current-jobs