Children’s Services Support Worker (9807), Early Years
- Location:
- Education Development Centre 6 Kenneth Street Stornoway Isle of Lewis, HS1 2DR
- Salary:
- £32,509 - £35,229 per year pro rata
- Contract Type:
- Temporary
- Position Type:
- Part Time
- Hours:
- 29.8 hours per week
Job Description
Children’s Services Support Worker (9807), Early Years
29.8 hours per week, fixed term
£26,183 - £28,373 per annum, inclusive of £2,208 Distant Islands Allowance
-15 hours per week of the post will be fixed term until 31 March 2025.
-14.8 hours per week of the post will be fixed term for the duration of the maternity cover.
The postholder will be required to support the inclusion, attainment and achievement of vulnerable children and young people in school, home and community settings, through direct work with children and young people, their families, and other support staff as part of an Integrated Children’s Services approach.
Duties will vary between settings, depending on the needs of the children and young people involved but could include the following: assisting in the design of Behaviour Management Programmes for vulnerable young people; working in family settings and out of school settings to support young people through recreational activities, vocational experiences, group work and independent living; directly managing the behaviour of young people with challenging behaviour; and participating in early identification and intervention programmes by monitoring attendance and liaison with school staff.
You must have knowledge of educational provision, including post-school provisions along with a good understanding on the needs of children who need to be looked after and/or accommodated. It is essential you have the ability to work with and understand young people who may have complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
The post holder must be educated to HNC/SVQ level in a relevant area (Education, Social Work, Psychology or Health) or relevant work experience.
A full driving licence is essential for this post.
This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.
Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade.
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further information.
Closing Date: Monday 9 September 2024
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