Assistant Reporter, North Strathclyde

With locality wide responsibilities and travel to other locality offices
3 Posts
1 Full time Fixed Term to 29 October 2027 (based in Greenock)
1 Full time Fixed Term to 29 October 2027 (based in Dumbarton)*
1 Full time Fixed Term to 30 November 2026 (based in Dumbarton)*
*(Posts in Dumbarton in particular may require travel to Argyll to cover hearings)
35 hours per week
£37,112 – £39,375
Ref: EST1343/26

The Children’s Hearings System provides an operational setting in which SCRA and our partner agencies work. The aim is to provide a safety net for vulnerable children and deliver tailored solutions which meet the needs of the individuals involved, while helping to build stronger families and safer communities.

You will assist Reporters in the provision of a high-quality service to children and families by engaging effectively and with sensitivity to ensure that service users are fully informed and supported throughout the hearings system process.

The successful candidate will be qualified to HNC or SVQ Level 3 or be willing to work toward the qualification and able to demonstrate the skills and competencies required to provide the best service to children and families. You will also be able to demonstrate significant work experience with SCRA and/or knowledge of the operation of the children’s hearings system. In addition, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience working with a wide range of people, demonstrating integrity and respect for others.

Candidates will be expected to use digital technology to deliver virtual hearings using our secure virtual platform (training will be provided), as well as utilising digital technology within SCRA’s Hearings suites.

You can find more information by downloading the job description, person specification and application form which can be found at the bottom of this page, or by contacting recruitment@scra.gov.uk.

All SCRA posts are subject to a probationary period of 6 months or the term of the contract if shorter.

All posts are subject to PVG clearance by Disclosure Scotland.  It is normal practice to appoint at the minimum point of the salary scale.

Closing date: Wednesday 18 February 2026
Interview date: Week Commencing 2 March 2026

How to apply

Please save the application form together with the separate Inclusion & Diversity Monitoring form to your drive/desktop, fill in the relevant sections and then submit both to recruitment@scra.gov.uk. When the email opens, you must attach your completed forms to it. The Inclusion & Diversity Monitoring form enables us to monitor equalities throughout the recruitment process.

The selection process will include an interview in which the panel and candidate will attend either physically, virtually or a combination of both – ensuring accessibility for all. If you require any adjustments or specific arrangements to support your application or participation in the selection process, we encourage you to contact our HR team at HR.Helpdesk@scra.gov.uk. We are committed to creating a supportive and equitable candidate experience for all.

At SCRA, we are proud to be a socially inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds – regardless of sex, gender identity, gender reassignment, race, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability and other factors such as care experience (e.g. experience in the care system), or socio-economic background. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our work and help us better serve Scotland’s children and young people with compassion and integrity.

Job Description
Person Specification
Application Form
Inclusion and Diversity Monitoring Form