- Advertised from 4th June 2026
- 21 hours per week. Fixed term: 2 years
Role
Families are referred to Govan Help’s family support service via several partner agencies including education, health and social work as well as self-referrals and you may work together to assess and support family’s needs. Your role will vary depending on the unmet needs of the family you are supporting. We are based in the heart of Govan and the role is delivered flexibly from our base, in family’s homes and in the Govan community to meet the diverse needs of the Govan families.
You will be responsible for a caseload of families who require intensive support, design and deliver group work programmes, and other general aspects of service delivery in relation to the communities needs. Our core hours are Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm but there may be some occasional requirement to work flexibly in the evening or at weekends to meet the needs of the service and carry out any other reasonable duties as required.
Family Worker Responsibilities
- To undertake assessment, risk assessment, support planning, review and evaluation with children, young people and families.
- To undertake assessment, risk assessment, support planning, review and evaluation with partner organisations.
- To work with children, young people and their families on a one to one and group basis, using a range of creative and innovative interventions, to identify need and achieve positive outcomes.
- Take a strengths based and trauma informed approach, to work in partnership with families to empower them to achieve positive outcomes.
- Ensuring you become and remain up to date on your knowledge of local service provision of appropriate signposting and referral organisations or information.
- Ensure you maintain up-to-date knowledge on legislation, policy, local and national developments affecting children, young people and families.
- To work within Govan Help’s policy’s and procedures most notably child protection, confidentiality, boundaries and recording procedures.
- To attend supervision, team meetings and in-house training sessions as appropriate.
- To show commitment to ongoing personal development.
- To provide a flexible service delivering the right support at the right time required by families.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The post-holder will be expected to adopt a flexible attitude to the duties, which may have to be varied subject to the needs of the service and in keeping with the general profile of the post. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by the Exclusions and Exemptions (Scotland) Order 2003, and as such any appointment will be subject to them having appropriate PVG Scheme Membership.
Family Worker: Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Experience
- A relevant professional qualification at level SCQF 8 or above.
- At least two years’ experience working in a social care setting.
Knowledge and Experience
- Knowledge and understanding of theories of child development.
- Experience of working directly with children in a supportive way.
- Knowledge and understanding of Trauma informed approaches.
- Experience of working directly with parents, carers and families taking a strengths-based approach.
- Experience of person-centred support planning and delivery.
- Knowledge and understanding around the key legislation, policy and practice, and key issues facing families, children and young people in Scotland.
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with other agencies.
Personal skills and attributes
- Ability to support families holistically whilst remaining child focussed.
- Strong assessment skills and ability to assess and manage risk.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with families, colleagues, and other organisations to ensure a shared understanding.
- Ability to work creatively with families and contribute to the continuous development of the service.
- Understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice.
- Ability to manage your own time and responsibilities dynamically within a busy and fast paced work environment.
- Be willing to engage in learning and training opportunities.
Application notes
An application pack is available to download below.
If you would like to apply for the post, please send a CV and covering letter, outlining how your skills and experience are suited to the role, to Dara-Emma McGlacken, Administrator on dara-emma.mcglacken@govanhelp.org by 5pm on 29th June. Interviews are expected to be held in the week commencing 13th July.
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Job Purpose
The Employability Worker will deliver volunteering and employability support to parents, carers and individuals experiencing barriers to employment, education and training.
Embedded within Govan HELP’s wider family support model, the role will ensure employability support is integrated alongside counselling, wellbeing, financial advice and practical family support services. The postholder will work flexibly and compassionately with individuals who may be far from the labour market, supporting them to build confidence, develop skills and progress at a realistic pace towards positive destinations.
This role is central to Govan HELP’s place-based approach to tackling child poverty and strengthening outcomes for families across the Govan community.
Key Responsibilities
Employability Support
- Deliver tailored one-to-one employability support to parents, carers and community members
- Support individuals to identify strengths, aspirations and achievable goals
- Develop personalised action plans with participants
- Support CV building, applications, interview preparation and job searching
- Assist individuals to access training, volunteering and employability opportunities
- Work closely with volunteers and create more opportunities
Volunteering Development & Coordination
- Support the development and coordination of volunteering opportunities across Govan HELP services
- Recruit, support and maintain positive relationships with volunteers
- Identify meaningful volunteering pathways that build confidence, skills and progression opportunities
- Work with volunteers to support service delivery across groups, community activities and the Pantry
- Promote volunteering as a stepping stone towards employability, training and social connection
- Support volunteers to identify strengths, gain experience and progress towards positive destinations
- Maintain volunteer records and contribute to monitoring and reporting on volunteer engagement and outcomes
Barrier Identification & Support
- Identify barriers impacting employability including:
- poverty
- trauma
- mental health challenges
- caring responsibilities
- low confidence
- financial hardship
- skills gaps
- Work collaboratively with internal services to ensure participants receive holistic support
Group Work & Community Engagement
- Deliver group-based employability and confidence-building sessions
- Facilitate work-readiness and personal development activities
- Undertake outreach across the Govan community to engage individuals furthest from employment
- Build trusting relationships within the local community
Partnership Working
- Develop pathways with employers, training providers and employability agencies
- Work collaboratively with schools, housing providers, third sector organisations and community partners
- Promote volunteering and supported progression opportunities
Outcome Monitoring
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes
- Support reporting on outcomes and impact
- Track participant progress and sustainment outcomes
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The post-holder will be expected to adopt a flexible attitude to the duties, which may have to be varied subject to the needs of the service and in keeping with the general profile of the post. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by the Exclusions and Exemptions (Scotland) Order 2003, and as such any appointment will be subject to them having appropriate PVG Scheme Membership.
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience supporting individuals facing barriers to employment
- Understanding of poverty, trauma and social exclusion
- Experience delivering one-to-one support and group work
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to motivate and empower others
- Knowledge of employability pathways, training and local support services
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
- IT skills and ability to maintain accurate records
Desirable
- Experience within the third sector or community-based services
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice
- Experience supporting parents and families
- Knowledge of the Govan community and local challenges
- Relevant qualification in Community Development, Employability, Social Care or related field
Values & Approach
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Compassion and empathy
- A non-judgemental approach
- Commitment to tackling inequality and child poverty
- Flexibility and creativity
- Belief in people’s potential
- Commitment to relational and place-based working
Why This Role Matters
By supporting parents, carers and volunteers towards employment, education and training, the Employability Worker will help strengthen household stability, improve wellbeing and contribute to better long-term outcomes for children and families.
This role reflects Govan HELP’s belief that tackling child poverty requires whole-family, community-led and relational approaches that support people to move beyond surviving to thriving
Do you want to make a difference to our children and young people?
Do you believe that every one of Scotland’s children and young people deserve the chance to flourish?
If so, this is the post for YOU!
About Aberlour Glasgow Intensive Family Support Service (IFSS)(City Wide)…
Aberlour is working in partnership with the Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership and other Third Sector providers to promote the wellbeing of children and young people by offering caring and responsive support. Aberlour Glasgow Intensive Family Support delivers the support families need, when they need it. The aim of the service is to ensure that children and young people can continue to flourish at home, at school and in their local community.
What we are looking for....
We are looking to recruit a Family Support Worker, working 31.5 hours per week. You will work directly with families to nurture relationships, build on existing strengths and interests, help children and families build skills and confidence and strengthen community connections. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that works for a period of up to 12 months with families to support and enable positive change and improve outcomes. Our ambition is to help children, young people and families feel safe, confident, capable, and included, offering support when it is needed, including evenings and weekends. We believe in working alongside families, empowering them to lead positive change in their own lives.
We are looking for candidates who are experienced in working alongside vulnerable families to assess strengths and needs as well as plan, deliver and evaluate interventions and strategies which enable families to thrive. You will have experience of child and adult protection issues. Experience of working within other childcare settings such as Residential Child Care will be considered.
You must share our vision that collaborative working and relationship based early intervention is the best option for children and families who are feeling overwhelmed or excluded. Ideally you will hold a relevant professional qualification at SCQF level 7 or above, together with relevant experience of working directly with children or young people and their families. Not afraid to test new ways of working, you will bring a fresh, caring, and collaborative approach which recognises strengths and responds empathically to the needs of children, young people, and their families – this will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
To succeed in this role, you will need to work flexibly within a variety of locations across Glasgow City, including family homes, schools, and community settings.
At Aberlour we want to make sure every child and young person has the love, support and opportunity they need to reach their potential. If you share the same vision, we want you to join our team. To have a look at our values to understand more about what we are looking for from our employees click here
What we offer...
As well as a supportive team and excellent training opportunities, we want all our employees to feel valued and rewarded for the vital work they do. When you work with us, we'll recognise your efforts with generous annual leave, an excellent employer pension scheme and a range of deals and discounts across various retailers. Find out more about our Employee Benefits and our commitment to Equality and Diversity here.
GAMH services support people with mental health problems to recover and lead self-determined and purposeful lives. We currently have vacancies for reliable and enthusiastic people who can commit to our core values of equality, inclusion, and recovery. GAMH is a Scottish Living Wage accredited organisation and is committed to Fair Work First principles for all employment terms and conditions. Our Learning and Development Programme guarantees that you have continuous training opportunities to ensure that you have all the skills you need for the job as well as meeting the requirements for SSSC registration.
We are seeking Assistant Project Workers to join our Self-Directed support service located across the city. In this role, you will provide personalised support to adults experiencing or recovering from mental health challenges.
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While knowledge of the role and purpose of a social care worker is desirable, full induction and training will be provided. This includes training on the SSSC Codes of Practice, the National Care Standards, and how these frameworks apply to your role.
A qualification at SVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification, is essential.
As these services are registered with the Care Inspectorate, you will be required to pay an annual fee to maintain your registration.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the values and attitude required to work with people who are living with mental health challenges and who may have complex needs. and be able to work flexibly; some early morning, evening and weekend working may be required.
GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any particular requirements regarding your application, please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 552 5592.
These posts are regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.
GAMH services support people with mental health problems to recover and lead self-determined and purposeful lives. We currently have vacancies for reliable and enthusiastic people who can commit to our core values of equality, inclusion, and recovery. GAMH is a Scottish Living Wage accredited organisation and is committed to Fair Work First principles for all employment terms and conditions. Our Learning and Development Programme guarantees that you have continuous training opportunities to ensure that you have all the skills you need for the job as well as meeting the requirements for SSSC registration.
Project Workers provide first line management to Assistant Project Workers using established supervision and performance management systems.
They contribute to the personal development of self and the team of Assistant Project Workers in conjunction with the Team Coordinator/Project Leader. Project Workers implement agreed systems, procedures and practice for assessments, plans and reviews in conjunction with the Team Coordinator/Project Leader.
Knowledge of the role and purpose of a social care worker is desirable for the above posts. However full induction and training will be provided including on the SSSC Codes of Practice and the National Care Standards and how this framework applies to your role.
A qualification at SVQ 3 or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards achieving this qualification is essential due to the requirements to register with the SSSC for this post.
As these services are registered with the Care Inspectorate, you will be required to pay an annual fee to maintain your registration.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the values and attitude required to work with people who are living with mental health challenges and who may have complex needs. and be able to work flexibly; some early morning, evening and weekend working may be required.
GAMH aims to promote equality of opportunity in service delivery as well as in employment practice. To achieve this, we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. Accordingly, if you have any particular requirements regarding your application, please contact Laura Middell, Central Resources Director, on 0141 552 5592.
These posts are regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. An offer of work with Glasgow Association for Mental Health will be subject to the outcome of this check being satisfactory.
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