Job Description
A key focus of the post is to support the Violence Against Women group to establish a lived experience panel.
The post will involve engaging with people who have a lived experience of violence against women and girls.
The ideal candidate for this post will have or be able to develop appropriate skills and understanding in dealing with difficult conversations with people who have lived experience of violence.
The postholder will need to have an understanding of the sensitive nature of the experiences that they may be in contact with.
Another key focus of the post is to support and assist the alcohol and drugs partnership in the delivery and implementation of their strategic plan (2024-2027).
If you require further information please contact Liam Wells at
[email protected] or Dianne Ferguson at
[email protected]Requirements
The duties of the post involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants for such posts will be required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member in respect of Regulated Work with either or both of these groups as appropriate, or if they are already a Scheme member, be subject to a PVG Scheme Record Update, before any formal offer of employment can be made by East Ayrshire Council. Please note:- PVG members' records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG Scheme Record or Scheme Record Update, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant prior to any formal offer of employment being made.
Responsibilities
To apply for this post you must be a resident of East Ayrshire.
The base for this post is The Johnnie Walker Bond, Kilmarnock, KA1 1HU.
This post is temporary for 2 years and the rate of pay is £12.00 per hour.
