Job Advert
Falkirk Council has committed to assisting in the contribution to the UKs Refugee Resettlement Programme. This post will provide housing related support services to refugee households resettling in Falkirk to help them access services and mainstream provision, and establish community links. Working closely with local stakeholders and in partnership with the voluntary sector the post-holder will empower families to maintain their homes, access essential services to assist them to resettle in the UK and become independent of support.
We want to ensure that the newly resettled families have the best possible start and welcome to Scotland and the Falkirk Council area by finding suitable homes, helping to settle children in to school and supporting adults to find employment. You will provide welfare, financial and other housing advice, including support to access appropriate services and specialist advice services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and flexible worker to ensure that we are able to help refugees rebuild their lives in the Falkirk area.
This post is temporary until July 2025 due to service requirement.
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.
