Partners in Advocacy has been delivering independent advocacy services since 1998 and is recognised as a trusted and established provider across Scotland.
We are pleased to offer an opportunity to join our East Lothian service as an Independent Advocacy Worker.
This is a rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference by providing one-to-one independent advocacy to people aged 16 and over with learning disabilities and/or autism. You will support individuals to have their voices heard, helping them express their views, understand their rights, explore their options, and take part in decisions that affect their lives.
You will also play a part in identifying opportunities to develop collective advocacy groups, supporting people to come together around shared experiences and priorities.
The role involves travelling throughout East Lothian to meet people in a range of community and clinical settings. Travel expenses are covered, and you will be supported to plan your work in a way that is both effective and sustainable.
Working closely with the Service Coordinator, you will help maintain accurate service data and support the development of quarterly reports, helping demonstrate the impact of advocacy.
This is a role that offers a high degree of autonomy, alongside regular support, supervision, and opportunities to connect with colleagues across the organisation.
We warmly encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds. If your skills and experience align with the person specification, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please complete the application form, providing examples of how you meet each aspect of the criteria.
Partners in Advocacy is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible working environment.
What the role is really like
You’ll be a good fit if you:
For more information on independent advocacy, please visit the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance website: siaa.org.uk/what-is-independent-advocacy
For more information and to apply online, please visit our online portal: hr.breathehr.com/v/advocacy-worker-46126
For an informal chat about the post or any other enquiries, please contact recruitment@pia.scot and a member of the team will get back to you.
Please note that we cannot accept CVs.
Closing date for applications: Friday, 1 May at 5pm.