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Why work for Community Justice Scotland?

At Community Justice Scotland (CJS) we understand that our colleagues are the most important asset we have. We use a values based approach in everything we do and apply this throughout our recruitment which means we focus on the candidates values to ensure they share our passion for making a difference and contribute to our values based culture.

Values based recruitment means we get to know candidates, what motivates them and their passions and interests. By taking this approach, it helps us to know that the candidate will be a good fit for the organisation and the role they are applying for. By aligning our values into our recruitment techniques, this allows candidates to show their own values allowing us to see who they are, the work they do, how they show up at work and the things that drive them and the reason they are drawn to our organisation. More information on CJS’ values can be found in our Values in Action document.

Policy and Public Affairs Officer – Restorative Justice (FTC)

The role of Policy and Public Affairs Officer – Restorative Justice helps deliver the Scottish Government’s commitment to making restorative justice available across Scotland. The role focuses on shaping and sharing policy, so services are safe, trauma informed, voluntary and consistent, and so that understanding and trust in restorative justice continues to grow.

We are looking for someone with experience in restorative justice or a related justice field, alongside strong communication and policy skills. You will write briefings, respond to parliamentary and policy work, and feel confident working in political settings where clear, evidence based advice is needed.

You will also work closely with partners and the public, helping to plan communications, events and research. This includes listening to people affected by harm in a sensitive way, understanding how restorative justice fits into the wider justice system, and showing what difference the work is making through clear impact and outcome measures.

Fixed term contract until 31^st March 2027

Closing date is midday on Friday 19th June

To apply for this role:

Download the job pack (opens in a new tab)

Complete the job application form

Complete the Recruitment, Equality and Diversity Form

Accessibility and Inclusion

Ban the Box

We know that your past does not define your future, we recognised the great challenge and resilience in making life changes, this is why we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, we are committed to being representative of the community we serve. If you have a conviction you will not be asked to disclose this until after you are offered a job, this means your conviction plays no part is our assessment of suitability for the role.

Living Wage

We want to ensure that our team are financially recompensed for the role that they do for our organisation. Basic fairness is at the heart of what the Living Wage Campaign tries to achieve and CJS are proud to support this campaign.

Disability Confident Employer

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. We actively encourage applications from disabled candidates. Where applicants meet the essential criteria for a role and choose to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme, we will ensure they are given full and fair consideration. Where the number of eligible applicants is high, we may not be able to offer an interview to all candidates who meet the minimum criteria. In these cases, we will shortlist candidates based on how closely their skills, experience and qualifications match the requirements of the role. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment to ensure everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Carer Positive

We understand that life is about family and home life as well as work, we know that if people feel supported to do what they need to do in work and outside of work they are able to show up fully. We operate a flexible working policy and a carers policy that is considered and caring for those that have additional responsibilities outside of work – we know that life isn’t always easily categorised into neat boxes of work and home – we know that they overlap and interact – our job at CJS is to best support our team so they can be at their best in all areas of life.