Are you looking for a role that makes a difference for the people most affected by the cost of living crisis?  We are recruiting a part-time Adviser to give welfare benefits, money and housing advice, and carry out casework.

Agnes Smith Advice Centre is an independent, community advice centre providing high quality welfare benefits, debt and housing advice in the Blackbird Leys / Greater Leys area of Oxford.  You can read more about our work on our website: https://agnessmith.co.uk/

We offer a friendly working environment, right in the heart of the community.  You will be part of a supportive team of experienced and newer Advisers.  This is a part-time role of 14 hours per week. Some home working may be possible by negotiation.

The salary range is £33,366 to £35,235 per annum, pro rata, dependent on skills and experience.  We are looking for candidates with at least some advice experience.

We work in a diverse community, and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.  We will make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process for disabled candidates: please let us know what you need.

How to apply:

Please read the Job Description and send your CV, a covering letter, a completed Criminal Convictions Declaration, and Equality and Diversity Monitoring form (optional) to recruitment@agnessmith.co.uk by midnight on Wednesday 5 February 2025.  Interviews for shortlisted candidates are expected to take place on Monday 17 February 2025.  All candidates will be notified of the result of their application.

We will shortlist based on the skills, experience and qualities listed in the Person Specification, so please ensure your covering letter explains how you meet the criteria.  Please include names and contact details of two referees, ideally including one from your most recent employer.  Referees should be able to comment on your work history and/or other experience relevant to the role.  We will not contact referees without your permission.  Please also tell us how you heard about the vacancy.

If you have any questions or would to discuss the role or any aspect of our work before you apply, please contact us at recruitment@agnessmith.co.uk.