Job details
Job reference
REQ00000015608
Date posted
23/08/2023
Application closing date
06/09/2023
Location
CARLISLE
Salary
30151.00 – 31099.00
Package
Blank
Contractual hours
18.5
Basis
Part time
Job category/type
OTHER
Child and Family Worker CMB447e
Job description
Child and Family Worker x3 Posts0
Cumberland Council
Location(s): Botcherby Family Centre - Carlisle
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 2 x 37hours 1 x 18.5hours
Salary: 30151.00 – 31099.00
The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.
Why work for Cumberland
Council
Cumberland Council will be an ambitious authority that will shape public services for the better, building on the best and transforming them for the future. We want to create the best set of services for our communities to ensure all our residents will be getting the help and support they need.
People are our strong point - in our communities and in our staff - and they will be the focus of our efforts.
About this opportunity
We are looking for motivated, hard-working, and dedicated person(S) to join our team as a Child and Family Worker; developing and delivering exceptional service to improve outcomes for vulnerable children, young people, and families, working as part of a multi-agency team.
We work in collaboration with all internal and external parties, developing and agreeing on courses of actions that meet the individual needs of the children and families we are working with, ensuring a safe, secure, and non-discriminatory environment is maintained. You will be based at our Family Centre in Botcherby, but will work across Carlisle and Eden, providing a positive experience for the children and young people.
The Role
As a Child and Family Worker, you will be allocated work in-line with the needs of the children and families, including carrying-out parenting assessments, undertaking direct work with children and families, supervising family time between parents and children, and Life Story Work. You will be required to maintain accurate IT records and prepare reports detailing assessments and direct work undertaken. You may be required to attend Court. It is important that the successful candidates are sensitive to the impact of their decisions, and that the voice of children and young people is heard and informs assessment and direct work.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for a flexible, driven and compassionate person, who has the ability to adapt to both the individual needs of the children, young people and families, but who can also provide solutions and outcomes to any unexpected issues that may arise. You will need to have experience in a people-facing role and work well as part of a team, encouraging integrated ways of working across multi-agencies. This is a challenging but rewarding role, and experience of managing challenging behaviour and working with complex issues is important. NVQ 3 or equivalent in a relevant professional area is essential, as well as evidence of on-going professional development. Knowledge of current national policies, child protection legislation and child development is also highly desirable, as well as an awareness of Attachment theory and the impact of loss and trauma on children and young people.
What can we offer you!
- We offer a generous benefits package including;
- Competitive Salary
- Relocation Package (up to £8000)
- Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
- Supportive working environment
- Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
- Maternity paternity adoption and parental leave
- Sickness pay
- Cycle to work scheme
- A strong training programme with plenty of opportunities for continuing professional development
- Career Progression Pathways
- Regular Reflective Supervision
- Strong Partnerships with Leading Social Work Practice Educators and research with Lancaster University
DBS
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s/Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 08/09/2023
Interview date: 21/09/2023
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cumberland Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
