Community Wellbeing Advisor
Salary £ Up to £32,331 (dependent of experience and qualifications)
South Lanarkshire
Vacancy listed 27/07/2026
Application deadline 16/08/2026
Details
Are you looking for an organisation where you can make a difference? Are you enthusiastic, self-motivated and have passion for helping unemployed people achieve their goals?  If so, we would like to hear from you!

Routes to Work South (RTWS) is an award-winning charity committed to alleviating poverty and supporting unemployed South Lanarkshire residents to develop skills, confidence and knowledge required to progress into and sustain employment. We work collaboratively with partner agencies, employers, and stakeholders to deliver flexible, accessible, client-centred employability and skills services that respond to the needs of local communities and the labour market. Our services support individuals facing a range of barriers to employment, helping people progress through different stages of the employability pipeline towards positive and sustained outcomes.   

For over 20 years, RTWS has successfully delivered a range of welfare-to-work programmes, funded through Skills Development Scotland, the Department for Work and Pensions, and other funding streams including the Big Lottery and European Structural Funds. We currently deliver services to young people and adults across South Lanarkshire through Scottish Government’s No One Left Behind (NOLB). 

With multi annual funding secured, we are entering an exciting new phase as we expand our award-winning programme designed to support people who are economically inactive to overcome barriers, build confidence, develop new skills, and achieve positive futures. As we extend our reach across rural Clydesdale, working alongside a network of trusted local partners, we are looking for an experienced and passionate individual who understands the unique opportunities and challenges of delivering high-quality support services in rural communities. 

What will the Role Involve?
The successful candidate will support unemployed individuals and those furthest removed from the labour market through community-based engagement, wellbeing support, and early employability intervention.

Working within local communities, you will build positive relationships with individuals, partner organisations, and community groups to encourage participation in services and improve access to support. Through a person-centred approach, you will support clients to identify barriers, improve confidence and wellbeing, and access appropriate interventions, services, training, and progression opportunities.

The role will involve community outreach, initial engagement and assessment activity, delivery of group sessions and wellbeing-based interventions, and ongoing support to help individuals progress towards employability programmes, learning, training, and employment opportunities.

The ideal candidate will be motivated, approachable, and solution-focused, with the ability to engage individuals facing a range of complex barriers and support them through the early stages of their employability journey.

Main Aims 
  • Engage unemployed individuals and those furthest removed from the labour market through proactive community outreach and engagement activity.
  • Deliver person-centred support that improves confidence, wellbeing, employability, and progression opportunities.
  • Support clients to access appropriate interventions, services, and provision relevant to their stage within the employability pipeline.
  • Build effective relationships with local communities, partner agencies, and stakeholders to improve engagement and referral opportunities.
  • Deliver high-quality community-based activities, group sessions, and wellbeing interventions that encourage participation and progression.
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with contractual, organisational, and GDPR requirements.
  • Contribute to achieving contractual targets, KPI’s, and continuous improvement across service delivery.
 
Key Responsibilities/ Duties 
  • Deliver individual KPI’s and contribute to wider team performance targets in line with the company performance framework.
  • Carry out community engagement activity to promote services and engage local residents who may benefit from support.
  • Develop innovative and flexible approaches to engaging individuals within local communities and targeted settings.
  • Conduct initial assessments to identify barriers, support needs, and progression opportunities.
  • Provide information, advice, guidance, and signposting relating to wellbeing, employability, housing, health, finances, and other support needs.
  • Support clients to access specialist partner services and additional interventions where appropriate.
  • Assist with the planning and delivery of group activities, presentations, and community-based sessions.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and supporting evidence in accordance with organisational procedures and GDPR requirements.
  • Deliver high standards of customer service in line with RTWS policies, values, and service standards.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, Leaders, employers, and external stakeholders to support positive client outcomes and progression.
  • Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role and organisational requirements
 
 Essential Skills & Knowledge 
  • Knowledge of barriers impacting individuals entering employment, training, or education, including health, wellbeing, financial, and social barriers.  
  • Ability to engage, motivate, and support individuals facing a range of complex challenges.
  • Understanding of contractual delivery, compliance and quality requirements within funded programmes. 
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. 
  • Experience of partnership working and building effective relationships with stakeholders and community organisations.  
  • Understanding of barriers faced by adults entering or returning to employment, education or training.
  • Working knowledge of CRM systems and data protection requirements, including GDPR.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate, influence and challenge constructively. 
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. 
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.  
  • Ability to solve problems, adapt and respond effectively in a fast paced, target driven environment. 
  • Good organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.  
  • Competent IT skills and ability to maintain accurate records and data.
  • Full Driving License and access to own transport 

Desirable Skills & Knowledge
  • Knowledge of local support services and partner agencies supporting individuals furthest removed from the labour market.  
  • Experience delivering community engagement or wellbeing-based interventions.  
  • Experience mentoring or supporting clients on a 1:1 basis.  
  • Knowledge of barriers affecting individuals entering employment, training, or education.
  • Understanding of trauma-informed, person-centred, or strengths-based approaches.  
  •  Understanding of mental health, along with any relevant qualifications such as Mental Health First Aid, and/or a willingness to undertake relevant training.

If interested in joining RTWS, please submit your CV with a covering letter (applications without covering letter will not be considered) answering the following:

  1. What motivated you to apply for the role? (Max 300 words) 
  2. What skills and experience can you bring to the role? (Max 300 words)
 
Applications close Sunday 16th August any applications received after this will not be considered.

Benefits

28 days per annum plus 10 public holidays, 8% non-contributory pension, BUPA Health Insurance, People Friendly hours, Flexi Time, We Applaud Recognition & Reward programme.

This vacancy has now been closed