HH25/015, Young Workforce Development Partner

About the Role

As Hillcrest’s Young Workforce Development Partner, you will drive the creation and support of apprenticeships, career pathways, and work activities to attract young talent into our organisation. You’ll design and implement impactful programs aligned with Hillcrest’s Young Workforce Development Strategy, collaborate with schools, colleges, and employability partners, and ensure Hillcrest is recognised as an employer of choice in Dundee.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Strategic:

o Develop and implement Foundation, Modern, and Graduate Apprenticeships to support workforce planning.

o Lead the development of Hillcrest’s mentoring program for young people.

o Drive forward Hillcrest’s aim of achieving Gold Level Award in IIYP in 2026

• Collaboration and Partnerships:

o Build strong partnerships with schools, colleges, youth organisations, and employability providers, actively promoting career opportunities in housing, maintenance, and social care to local communities.

o Collaborate with funders and stakeholders to secure resources for training and career development initiatives.

• Leadership and Mentorship

o Provide individual guidance, career planning, and professional development support.

o Facilitate career activities, job fairs, and networking events.

About You

We are re seeking a motivated individual who is passionate about creating opportunities for young people and committed to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion. You will bring excellent communication and relationship-building skills, along with the ability to design and deliver impactful programs.

You will hold a qualification at Level 9 or above of the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework (SCQF) in Employability, Learning and Development or Mentoring and Coaching.

What We Offer

As well as offering a chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people and an opportunity to shape Hillcrest’s future workforce, we offer the following benefits:

• Pension Scheme

• Generous Holiday Entitlement

• Comprehensive Health and Well-being Package

• Free access to online discounts for well-known retailers

• Death in Service Benefit (up to three times your salary)

• Cycle to Work Scheme (great savings from 25% - 39% on bikes and accessories)

• Tech Scheme (great savings of up to 12% on computers or laptops)