voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Circles Network - Advocates x2
Created: 02/07/2021, Updated: 05/07/2021Post: Advocate
Salary: £17,500 - £19,000
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term contract until April 2023.
Location: Fife
Circles Network is looking for Advocates on a fixed-term contract in Fife.
About the organisation:
Circles Network is a UK wide voluntary organisation renowned for building inclusive communities on the foundations of justice, advocacy, empowerment, and friendships. Its mission is to support disable and disadvantaged people of all ages in transformational and empowering ways to live fulfilling and inclusive lives. Its work is organised into four key segments: Circles Equine, Circles Community, Circles Advocacy, and Circles Academy. The organisation is made up of dedicated and passionate individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality support and who include the value of inclusion at the heart of everything they do.
About the Role:
The aim of an Advocate (Carer) is to provide Individual Independent Professional Advocacy that:
Qualifications and Skills required:
At least one year's experience of working with or alongside unpaid carers. Experience in and/or working knowledge of utilising person-centred approaches. An understanding of carer's rights and legislation. A good standard of education and training, preferably at degree level or equivalent.
Desirable Criteria Knowledge and Understanding:
An understanding of carers issues. Lived experience of an unpaid caring role. Due to the nature of the work Circles Network engages in, applications from individuals with a full UK driving license are desirable. Circles Network is an equal opportunities employer and operates a safer recruitment policy. If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be required to fill out an application form.
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