Working as part of a team delivering our Working North Ayrshire contract you will have responsibility for a case load of young people aged 16-24 who are looking to move into employment education or training. Working in the communut6y as well as in our centre in Irvine you will develop action plane, build relationships and assist young people to take their next step in their employabiity journey. Candidates should:
Have a good understanding and knowledge of the employability pipeline
Be aware of the issues facing young people and how this have an impact on their ability to get and sustain employment
Have good recording and administration skills
Be able to manage your own diary while working as part of a small team
Be aware of targets and KPIs and how to manage these while providing the best service for young people
A driving licence would be an advantage
values
People & Culture
Workplace Offer: What it means for you
- The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our Buy Your Leave scheme
- Service related sick pay from day 1
- Cycle2work scheme
- Interest free season ticket loans
- 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
- Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
- Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
- Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer
*T&C's apply based on contract
- Reference number:22934
- Job Title:Employability Worker
- Location:Barnardo's Works Renfrewshire
- Contract type:Permanent (Fixed term funded post)
- End date:31 July 2027
- Hours:22.2
- Salary:£26,003 (£15,601 pro rata)
- Closing Date:20 May 2026
- Interview Date:28 May 26