ROLE: VOCATIONAL SKILLS/TRAINER/MENTOR (SOCIAL CARE)
Ready to make a real difference in young lives? Join Catch Scotland and support care-experienced young people aged 16–25 with vocational training skills and development.
- Ideal candidates will be able to share practical life skills with a trade, craft, vocational background or area of expertise.
- Provide hands-on vocational skills and learning experiences for young people on a 1:1 basis whilst they work towards independent living.
WORK LOCATION:
Catch Head Office, Houston, Renfrewshire (near Glasgow Airport)
WORKING PATTERN: Mon-Friday 9am-3pm, up to 5 days 30 hours per week. Suitable for part-time and flexible working on a sessional basis.
SALARY:
£13.45 per hour
About Catch
Catch supports care-experienced young adults towards independence through transitional housing, mentoring, and practical vocational learning opportunities.
Our aim is to help young people build confidence, develop practical life and employability skills, and progress towards further education, accredited training, apprenticeships, and employment.
We believe that positive role models and hands-on learning experiences can have a life-changing impact on young people.
The Role
This is not a traditional social care role.
We are looking for individuals with a practical skill, trade, craft, vocational background, or area of expertise who can share their knowledge and provide hands-on learning experiences for young people on a 1:1 basis.
The purpose of the role is to help young people gain confidence, develop practical abilities, discover their interests, and build the motivation and skills needed to move on to college courses, apprenticeships, accredited training, or employment opportunities.
We are particularly interested in applicants with skills, qualifications, or experience in areas such as:
- Mechanics
- Joinery
- Construction trades
- Plumbing
- Painting & Decorating
- Hairdressing / Barbering
- Beauty Therapy
- Hospitality & Catering
- Fitness & Sport
- Gardening / Landscaping
- Music, Art, or Creative Industries
- Digital Skills / Media
- DIY and practical maintenance
- Any other practical, vocational, or employable skill
The successful applicant will deliver practical and engaging sessions tailored to each young person’s stage of readiness, interests, and goals.
No formal teaching qualification is required. However, applicants must be confident demonstrating and teaching their skill in a patient, encouraging, and supportive manner.
The role also involves building positive and trusting relationships, encouraging participation, maintaining professional boundaries, and supporting young people within a safe and structured environment.
Experience within the care sector is beneficial but is not the main requirement for this role. The primary focus is finding individuals with real-world practical skills and experience who can positively engage and inspire young people.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Paid induction, mandatory training, and funded qualifications
- Condensed full-time hours in sleepover shifts to suit family and personal life
- Pension scheme
- Employee wellbeing programme and app
- Supportive and approachable management team
- Opportunities to make a genuine difference in young people’s lives
Working Pattern
- Shifts include Days (9am–3pm)
- 1:1 support and mentoring environment
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a practical trade, vocational skill, or area of expertise
- Enjoys mentoring, coaching, or teaching others
- Can motivate and encourage young people
- Is patient, reliable, and approachable
- Can build positive working relationships
- Is able to work independently and use initiative
- Holds a driving licence and has access to a vehicle (preferred)
Previous experience working with young people or within social care is helpful but not essential.
Additional Information
- Appointment subject to satisfactory references, PVG check, and SSSC registration within 3 months
- Locations: Renfrewshire and West Dunbartonshire – easily accessible from Glasgow, Paisley, and surrounding areas
Apply Today
If you have a practical skill or trade and want to use your experience to positively influence young people’s futures, we would love to hear from you.
Please note: We may close applications early if a high level of suitable applications is received.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences create stronger organisations. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We are proud to be an inclusive organisation where diversity is valued, respected, and celebrated.
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
