Collective Advocacy Worker for two projects

• Experience of Eating Disorders

• LGBTQIA+ community

21 hours per week

Salary: £ 25,778 - £ 28,533 per annum FTE,

Starting salary £14,933

CAPS is looking for a new Collective Advocacy worker to lead the work of these two established collective advocacy projects. The role is to ensure people’s voices in both these groups are heard by decision-makers locally. Each group has developed its own priorities by drawing on their experiences to bring about change and improve attitudes and services.

This role will support and join the existing enthusiastic team of CAPS Collective Advocacy workers, who work across Lothian on eight different mental health related collective advocacy projects.

The role offers autonomy and flexibility. You should be friendly and approachable, with the ability to form trusting relationships with group members and colleagues. Some working from home is possible. This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic independent advocacy organisation that’s making a real difference to people’s lives. Find out more about CAPS Independent Advocacy at: www.capsadvocacy.org

Familiarity with the experiences of these groups would be an advantage. There will be a 6-month probationary period attached to this post. This post will be subject to membership of the PVG Scheme and appropriate check. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 11th September 2024 at 12 noon. Proposed interview date is Friday 20 September 2024.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Catherine Street catherine@capsadvocacy.org.

CAPS Independent Advocacy is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Scottish Charity Number: SC021772