Key Worker (Fixed Term)

Employmenr Key Worker (7/40268) (Fixed Term)
Band 7 £33,621 - £35,853
We are looking for an Employability Key Worker to join our Key Worker Service to support individuals across Dumfries and Galloway who face barriers to employment, training, education and skills development.
You will provide personalised support based on each person’s assessed needs, helping them build confidence, develop skills and progress toward sustainable employment. Working closely with a wide range of partner organisations, you will help create positive opportunities for people across the region.
help individuals access training, volunteering and employment opportunities
excellent communication and relationship building skills
a commitment to equality, inclusion and collaborative working

access opportunities for training and professional development
work in a rewarding role that has a genuine impact on individuals, families and communities across Dumfries and Galloway
If you are committed to helping people achieve their potential and want to contribute to the Scottish Government’s No One Left Behind approach to employability, we would like to hear from you.
A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if a disability prevents you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given where alternative transport arrangements can be made. Please state clearly in your application how you would manage travel across the region.
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. This post is fixed term until 31 March 2027.
With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.
Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. For further information, please contact Nadia Naggar-Smith, Key Worker Coordinator, on 07500 102894 or at nadia.