Criminal Justice Support Worker - Veteran's Mentoring Service
About Sacro
Sacro is a Scottish community justice organisation with a powerful purpose: to help people move forward, rebuild lives and create safer communities. For 55 years, we have delivered innovative services across Community Justice, Community Safety and Public Protection, supporting people affected by harm, conflict and offending. Joining Sacro means being part of work that offers hope, protection and real opportunities for positive change.
We’re Proud To Be Recognised As
Investing in Volunteers accreditedInvestors in People GoldA Living Wage EmployerA Disability Confident Committed employer
About The Role
Walk alongside veterans as they build confidence, develop life skills and make positive changes in their lives. Sacro has a newly funded opportunity within our Veterans’ Mentoring Service (VMS), working across West Central Scotland. VMS supports veterans who have served in the British Armed Forces and are involved in, or at risk of becoming involved in, Scotland’s justice system.
You will provide intensive mentoring and one-to-one support, walking alongside veterans during periods of significant challenge. You will help them recognise their strengths, develop life skills and build the confidence to make meaningful changes.
Your Work Will Include Supporting Veterans To
- Access education, employment and training opportunities.
- Sustain their tenancies and accommodation.
- Address challenges relating to alcohol and substance use.
- Address offending behaviour and understand its impact on their own lives, their families, friends and the wider community.
Required Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will bring excellent communication skills, a commitment to Sacro’s values and an understanding of military life. This work can be challenging, so a strong commitment to our values is crucial.
Essential Requirements
- lived experience of military service or experience of military life.
- Experience of working with people involved in the justice system.
- Experience of collaborative working, advocacy and support.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to Sacro’s values.
- A valid driving licence and access to a car is essential for this post.
- Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) will be a requirement for these posts.
Benefits
At Sacro, we know our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
Flexible working options8% employer pension contribution31 days’ annual leave + bonus birthday offEnhanced family-friendly policiesEnhanced company sick payPlus, a range of additional benefits, including death in service cover, cycle to work scheme, wellbeing support and everyday shopping discounts.
