Justice Support Worker - Connect Service

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Justice Support Worker

1 x Full time (37.50 hours per week)

SCP 20 – 22, currently £23,400 - £24,585 per annum.

Fixed term to 08 January 2026 with possible extension.

South Lanarkshire / Glasgow (Hybrid working – home and hub)

Sacro’s mission is to deliver life-changing services that empower people, give hope and protection, and help to build safe communities.

An exciting new opportunity has arisen within our newly commissioned Pre and Post liberation throughcare service.

The service supports those short-term prisoners housed in HMP Addiewell to transition back into their local community. We take a public health approach to justice and encourage recovery and community integration. The service supports those using assertive outreach and as such you will be supporting individuals within their own communities to build their support network and social capital.

The service will support individuals from South Lanarkshire who have problematic substance use. We work in partnership with South Lanarkshire ADP, Housing Services, HMP Addiewell and multiple other fantastic third-sector services.

You will assist in the delivery and development of the day to day running of the service under the direction of the Team Leader and Community Justice Manager. You will be involved in the assessment and appropriate support of individuals accessing the service, this will include Prison based and home visits. You will be responsible for the management of data relating to the people we support and liaison with other agencies.

All posts require the ability to use initiative and organise workload within a pressurised environment. Knowledge of the Justice system, problematic substance use, homelessness and the complex needs that those leaving prison may face is necessary. Knowledge of services available in South Lanarkshire area would be an advantage. Relevant experience within Justice services as well as partnership working is desirable. The successful applicants will be flexible and proactive in their approach and sensitive and confident in their ability to assist those who access the service.

We are eager to receive applications from those who are in recovery themselves or have lived experience in the Justice System. As a mentoring based role, Sacro sees the value in those who have lived experience supporting individuals.

Experience in Social Care would be beneficial. A relevant qualification at SVQ level 3 or equivalent is desirable but not required as training will be provided.

Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) will be a requirement for this post along with an Enhanced Disclosure check and satisfactory references.

This support will cover Saturdays and will at times be out with normal business hours, you must be prepared to commit to this.

A driving licence will be required and access to a vehicle with appropriate business insurance.

We offer some great benefits including 31 days annual leave allowance, family friendly and flexible working policies. We offer excellent training and development opportunities and a good pension scheme with 8% employer contribution.

If you share our values and want to help us to support people and make a positive change in their lives, please contact us.

Should you wish to have an informal discussion in relation to this post please contact George Nelson on 0141 248 1763.

Interview Date: Monday 16 September 2024