Family Support Worker – Child Disability Service, Early Intervention, Arrochar House, 473.02 – WEL07615 Full Time

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Fixed Term for 3 years

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

You will be based in our busy Child Disability Service providing early intervention support to children with or affected by disability and their families.

We offer a supportive working environment with induction for new staff, regular planned supervision, a controlled workload and a professional development plan with varied training opportunities.  An HNC in Social Care & SVQ Level III (or qualifications equivalent/exceeding) is essential.

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

The successful candidate will have access to West Lothian Council’s Pool Car Scheme in order to undertake approved business travel.