Employability Advisor, East Renfrewshire

Last updated: 31/08/2026

Key info

Post: Employability Advisor (fixed term until 31st March 2027 with possibility of extension funding)

Hours: 28 hours per week, however other part time hours may be considered

Salary: Grade Point 13-17 £26,640 – £32,560 (pro rata for 28 hours)

Location: East Renfrewshire wide, based at OPFS Glasgow/ East Renfrewshire Service

Closing date: Monday 21 September 2026

The postholder will be expected to operate in line with our values which are:
Justice, Equity, Trust, Collaboration and Compassion.

Overview:

All roles at OPFS contribute to our mission of working with and for single parent families, providing support that enables them to achieve their potential and help create lasting solutions to the poverty and barriers facing many single parents and their children. Our core values of Justice, Equity, Trust, Collaboration and Compassion are at the heart of everything we do and underpin all aspects of our work.

Equal opportunities and family friendly employment

OPFS aims to be an equal opportunity and family friendly employer. OPFS has Investors In People Gold status.

Download East Renfrewshire Employability Advisor job description

Polices and guidance

Further information

If you need to make an application in an alternative format on the basis of a disability or long-term health condition please email jobs@opfs.org.uk for guidance.

To ensure a fair and effective selection process, we require all applicants to follow the guidance below when submitting their application.

Your cover letter is a critical part of your application. It must:

• Directly demonstrate how you meet the essential experience listed in the job description.
• Provide clear, specific examples of how your experience, skills, behaviours, knowledge and values meet those criteria.
• Demonstrate your understanding of our sector, this role and its requirements, not just your general career history.
• Tailor your cover letter to this specific role – generic or perfunctory cover letters will not be accepted.

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