Community Development Assistant (Relief) - Preston/Seton/Gosford

Vacancy Information

It is East Lothian Council's policy that successful applicants will be placed on the first point of the salary scale.

Casual/relief recruitment
Working on an 'as and when required' ad hoc basis
Days & Times of Work : to reflect the needs of the business
To start: ASAP

We are looking for enthusiastic Relief Community Development Assistants to join East Lothian's Connected Communities team across East Lothian.  Current requirements focus on the west of the locality in Prestonpans, Port Seton and Whitecraig, Wallyford, Musselburgh areas.  Working within a busy community centre you will be involved in a range of tasks such as assisting with bookings, community groups, café, COVID cleaning practices, admin and day to day enquiries. 

This is an excellent opportunity to support community members and groups through bookings and groups to improve their health and wellbeing, reduce social isolation and support an extremely valuable community resource.  There is a mixture of hours available which cover day time and evening shifts to meet the needs of the service.

Job Details

To support and assist in the day to day delivery of front line Community Development services, in accordance with local and Council procedures.

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job.  You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form.  You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work.  Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours.  Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.

Job Requirements

Relevant Qualifications
Able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through previous experience

PVG Membership
This post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.

All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

Please note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UKwebsite.

Additional Information

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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk

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