Job Description

Relief Peer Support Worker

Location: Discovery College, Inverness

Job Type:

Relief (As and when required)

Salary: 12.60

Centred is a progressive charitable company based in the Highlands that supports people through mental ill health toward mental well-being. Our services are based in Caithness, Easter Ross, Inverness, and Lochaber. Centred Recovery Centre, based in Inverness, is a centre that provides support and accommodation for up to 23 service users.

Job Summary

We're pleased to announce an opportunity for Relief Peer Support Worker roles within our Discovery College in Inverness. If you have lived experience and a passion for supporting others, this role allows you to co-facilitate learning, provide peer support, and help individuals build confidence and life skills in a safe and inclusive space.

This is a great opportunity to make a real difference while developing your own skills and experience in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Peer Support Worker will support Discovery College students throughout their learning journey by:

Supporting individuals who use the Discovery College Lounge within the Peer Support Framework. Co-delivering courses alongside community members and past and present students of the college. Helping maintain a welcoming and safe space by making refreshments and keeping the lounge tidy. Collecting and distributing evaluation forms as required. Promoting and communicating Discovery College activities to ensure accessibility for clients and the general public. Assisting with service delivery across connection, learning, education, training, and employment services. Working closely with colleagues, managers, and external organisations to support individuals in the Discovery College space. Upholding co-production, harm reduction, and peer support values in all aspects of work. Ensuring compliance with health and safety best practices and Centred Scotland's policies and procedures. Providing cover for other members of the Peer Support team and offering direct service delivery as needed. Undertaking additional duties as required in line with the role's responsibilities.

About you.

Ability to use lived experience to connect with and support students. Confidence in co-facilitating course delivery. Ability to encourage and support students to engage with courses and college activities. Strong administrative and record-keeping skills IT proficiency, including the use of reports, email, intranet, and internet. Completion of or willingness to undertake Peer Support Training. Commitment to valuing diversity, equal opportunities, and inclusive practices. A driving licence is preferred but not essential

Why Consider This Role?

This position is ideal for someone with lived experience who is passionate about supporting others on their recovery and learning journey. As a Peer Support Worker at Discovery College, you will:

Make a meaningful impact by helping individuals build confidence, life skills, and connections. Develop your own skills in peer support, course facilitation, and mental health recovery. Be part of an inclusive and supportive environment where co-production and lived experience are at the heart of everything we do. Gain valuable experience in education, mental health, and community work--opening pathways for career progression. Work flexibly in a role that fits around your life and commitments.

What's on Offer?

At Centred, we value our people and offer a rewarding benefits package, including:

Competitive rate of pay Hybrid working and flexible hours Relaxed dress code and town centre office space with free drinks and snacks 32 days' paid holiday a year (pro-rata), increasing up to 35 days Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contributions Life assurance Employee assistance programme and access to health and wellbeing support Professional development opportunities Cycle-to-work scheme Great social events including Christmas Party & Summer Events The chance to make a real difference in your community PVG paid for by employer

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

If you are passionate about mental health and empowering others, Centred doesn't just offer a job - we offer a career.

Join our sector-leading charity and help us bring our vision to life.

About Centred

Centred is fully committed to paying the Real Living Wage. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do, and we encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We are regulated by the Care Inspectorate, and successful candidates will undergo a PVG check with Disclosure Scotland.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.45-15.92 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Sick pay
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person