Independent Advocate - My Rights My Say

Job Description

Partners in Advocacy has established itself as one of Scotland's leading providers of independent advocacy, delivering exceptional advocacy services since 1998.

We are thrilled to present a wonderful opportunity within our supportive and welcoming Children and Young Persons team. As an independent Advocate you will have the privilege of providing one-on-one independent advocacy to young people in our My Rights My Say Service that supports Children with additional support needs aged 12-15 who want to exercise their own rights within their education. Through this role, you will ensure that young people's voices and wishes are heard, enabling them to make informed choices, protect their rights and have a meaningful impact on decisions that affect their lives.

We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you believe your skills, experience, and expertise align with the criteria outlined in the person specification, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please complete the application form, ensuring that you provide examples of how your knowledge and experience fulfil each aspect of the person specification.

Partners in Advocacy takes pride in being a Disability Confident Employer, fully committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment.

My Rights My Say can support children Scotland Wide. Please note that this post is Home Based but travel will be required for Face to Face visits with Advocacy Partners if requested.

Application Notes

For information on independent advocacy please see the SIAA website: https://www.siaa.org.uk/what-is-independent-advocacy/

For an informal chat about the post or any other enquiries, please contact recruitment@partnersinadvocacy.org.uk and a member of the team will get back to you.

Please note that we cannot accept CVs. Please submit your application through this portal. https://hr.breathehr.com/v/independent-advocate-my-rights-my-38767

Closing date for completed applications: Friday the 17th of January 2025.