Vacancy at Partners in Advocacy
We are thrilled to present a wonderful opportunity within our supportive and welcoming Edinburgh team. As an independent advocate, you will have the privilege of providing one-on-one independent advocacy to individuals aged 16 and above with learning or physical disabilities, autism as well as older people. Through this role, you will ensure that their 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.
Partners in Advocacy takes pride in being a Disability Confident Employer, fully committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment.
Previous applicants need not apply.
-Working for a values driven organisation that strives to support and empower staff
-Employment on a contract that has been secured until 31st July 2028 with the potential for a further two-year extension
-Working in a diverse range of community and clinical settings as well as the option of working from home and/or our Musselburgh based office
-Comprehensive training and ongoing support in your new role
-A generous annual leave and public holiday entitlement of 37 days with further annual increments
-Regular support and supervision sessions with your line manager
-Core hours daytime Monday to Friday working
-Frequent professional and reflective support sessions with your team
-Continuous professional development opportunities throughout the wider organisation
-Free access to a wellbeing resource funded by Partners in Advocacy
-Free access to mental health resources such as free counselling sessions
-Employer contributory pension scheme
Please attach the completed Application, Privacy Statement and Equal Opportunities forms when you apply. There is a section at the end where these can be uploaded.
These 3 forms must be completed and attached in order for your application to be submitted.
| Title | File |
|---|---|
| Job Description and Person Specification | Job_Description_and_Person_Specification.docx |
| Privacy Notice | Privacy_Notice.docx |
| Equal Opportunities Form | Equal_Opportunities_Form.docx |
| Cover Letter | Cover_Letter.docx |
| Application Form | Application_Form.docx |
| Edinburgh Recruitment Pack | Edinburgh_Advocacy_Worker_Recruitment_Pack_(1).pdf |