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Bridge Support
We currently have the following vacancies:
Job Title: 2 x Bank Flexible Support Workers
Location: Mid Essex – Braintree
Contract Type: Bank Contract
*Hourly Rate: £12.60 per hour (Statutory bank holiday Hourly Rate: £25.20 per hour)
Reports to: Service Manager
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The Bank Flexible Support Worker will be responsible for providing support to clients with enduring mental ill health, to live valued lives within the community. This will include the provision of personal, emotional, and social care. To work closely with clients and relatives/carers, protecting their dignity, choice, self-esteem, and well-being at all times
Applying for a role at Bridge Support will open the door to joining an organisation that has been awarded, at excellence level, the healthy workplace charter 2019, Inclusive Excellence Award 2024-2025 and retained its Mindful Employer status for a further two years 2024-2026.
Bridge cares passionately about all aspects of their staff’s working life, and we don’t just write it we act on it too.
This spans from how workers feel about their duties and providing them with meaningful work, giving our employees a voice in accepting and utilising feedback, to their working environment ensuring quality and safety of the physical environments for all, and finally a leadership team with a focus on its people. Put us to the test and apply today!
As stated in the attached Job Description, this vacancy is subject to a pre right to work checks and an active Enhanced DBS. Please note Bridge Support does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
All mandatory training will be provided.
Benefit:
- Death in Service x 2 of your salary over the last 12-month period you have been working.
To apply, CVs, together with a supporting Personal Statement, should be emailed to vacancies@bridgesupport.org, all applications will be considered, and the closing date is Thursday 12th February 2026.
Pre-Screening Interviews will take place on Friday 13th February 2026.
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 16th February 2026.
Please feel free to share this with anyone whom you feel may be suitable.
Job Introduction
- Support Worker:Bedford (MK40)
- Rate:£12.25 per hour
- Hours:Part Time (22.5 hours)
- Training:Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
- Sponsorship:Not available
Imagine a job where you can change someone's life by doing the things you take for granted?
As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you’ll play an important role each day by supporting people to take part in the activities and experiences they value, helping them to live with confidence and independence.
We support five lively and outgoing ladies who live together in Bedford. They are sociable and enjoy being active, so we are looking for someone who shares their enthusiasm for getting out and about. Your role will involve promoting independence and building meaningful connections, while taking the initiative to support each individual. You will be available to work a variety of shifts between 7am and 10pm, including mornings, afternoons, evenings and alternate weekends, to help ensure the ladies can enjoy their busy and social lifestyles. The occasional waking night shift may be required.
We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
What truly matters is your kindness, positivity, and desire to make a difference in someone’s day.
Making a difference for those we support includes;
Allowing people to fulfil and enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
Building trust, connection, and independence
Developing yourself alongside a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team of colleagues
Our Benefits
- Buy & sell annual leave
- Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
- Wellbeing scheme
- Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
- Blue Light Card reimbursement
- Pension & Life Assurance
An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).
"Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010".
We interview as we receive applications, so please apply today!
We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
If you require any assistance with finding out about current vacancies, making an application, or need our recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.
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Are you someone who finds purpose in supporting others, especially when the world is quiet? Mencap are looking for dedicated and compassionate Waking Night Support Workers to join our team, providing vital care to individuals.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that the people we support feel safe, comfortable, and respected. You’ll assist with evening routines, respond to any overnight needs, and help maintain a calm and reassuring environment. Your presence will bring peace of mind, whether it's offering personal care, completing safety checks, or simply being there with a listening ear.
We’re looking for someone who is reliable and caring. You don’t need previous experience in care, as we provide full training, but a genuine interest in supporting people is essential. If you’re the type of person who enjoys working independently and wants to make a real difference, this could be the perfect role for you.
Working at Mencap means being part of something bigger. You'll be joining a passionate team and a well-respected charity that believes in equality, inclusion, and supporting people to live the lives they choose. In return, we offer a meaningful career with full training, ongoing development, and a supportive environment where your work is genuinely valued.
Apply today and be part of a team that puts people first—every hour of the day and night.
We have 1x 33 hour position available and shifts will run from 10pm-7am varying across 7 days a week.
Job ID 35308
Title: Gas Engineer
London, London, GB, E9 5QG
Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Gas Engineer
London (predominately East & South)
£46,162 - £48,592 per year
40 hours per week – Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 4:30pm with some overtime and out of hours callout on a roster basis
Working closely with the Gas Service Delivery Manager and wider Gas Operations team, you will help deliver an excellent customer experience while contributing to the continuous improvement of our Gas Operations service.
The role of Gas Engineer will include:
- Completing landlords gas safety inspections
- Servicing and repair of gas central heating systems and HIU
- Some installation and commissioning of gas central heating systems
- Installation of radiators, associated pipework and occasional powerflush work
- Responding positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery to meet customer expectations
- Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and stocks are replenished as needed
Skills and experiences:
- To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, CPA1, HTR1, Unvented - G3 Certificate, Water Regulations (WRAS)As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted. If you have a lower level qualification along with practical experience and would be prepared to undertake this qualification with the support of Sanctuary Group, we would still welcome an application.
- The ability to work alone on a variety of different boiler types and systems
- Have a proactive approach to health and safety, creating a safe environment for all
- This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence
About us
We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
- Role salary is £44,888 with an additional policy allowance of £1,274 per annum (rising to £47,250 with an additional policy allowance of £1,341 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
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Supported Housing Support Worker, Crawley, £27,700.00
Employment Type
Full Time, Permanent
Application Start Date
23-01-2026
Application End Date
18-02-2026
Location
Crawley
State/County
West Sussex
Zip Code
RH11 7JH
Country
UK
Work Style
On-site
Description
37.5 hours per week / £27,770 per annum / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
At YMCA DownsLink Group, our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Our Values - we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.
Our 16+ Older Looked After Young People (OLYP), Care Leavers and Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) services delivers specialist 24-hour supported accommodation where young people are supported to acquire the necessary skills in preparation for living independently, safely explore their increased freedom of choice and develop responsibilities associated with adulthood, whilst still having the appropriate level of support from an experienced team.
We adopt a trauma informed and psychologically informed approach to supporting our residents to help them build essential life skills, identify their goals and support residents into independent accommodation. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs and relationship building.
We are looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join our Ewhurst Road, Crawley team, who will hold a caseload of residents and meet with them weekly to build a support plan.
Main areas of responsibilities are:
Housing:
- Coach young people to manage their occupancy agreement and adhere to house rules, in preparation for independent living
- Promote a credit culture, encouraging young people to keep up to date with all payments for rent
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits for young people and be well-informed on significant changes to housing law
- Deal effectively with non-compliance issues, such as non-payment of rent or damage to room, using restorative practices and working collaboratively with the rest of the team
Coaching and Engagement:
- Coach young people so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and take the lead in acquiring the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives
- Ensure young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their own personal development, to engage with the services on offer and build strong networks and connections within the local community
- Ensure consistent standards of safeguarding and Trauma Informed Practice when supporting young people, observing our safeguarding procedures, and keeping yourself and residents safe by respecting professional boundaries
- Maintain client records on In-Form (client database) detailing the young person’s journey in relation to their strengths and needs, any risks, and any outcomes (to monitor service performance)
General:
- Work as part of a team, on a rota shift pattern, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective, and supportive staff during the day/evening, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working
- Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations
- Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice
There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota. Please download the job profile for full role details. ...
🌟 Got heart? You’re halfway there.
At ARC, we know it takes someone special to work in social care—and that doesn’t always mean having experience. We hire based on values, welcoming people from all walks of life: seasoned Support Workers, Care Assistants, Veterans, Teachers, Foster Carers, Parents and those with lived experience.
💬 Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Eva Otto, at recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk.
Need adjustments during the process? Just email recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer.
ARC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share that commitment.
Good luck—we can’t wait to meet you!
🌟 Got heart? You’re halfway there.
At ARC, we know it takes someone special to work in social care—and that doesn’t always mean having experience. We hire based on values, welcoming people from all walks of life: seasoned Support Workers, Care Assistants, Veterans, Teachers, Foster Carers, Parents and those with lived experience.
💬 Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Eva Otto, at recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk.
Need adjustments during the process? Just email recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer.
ARC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share that commitment.
Good luck—we can’t wait to meet you!
Job Introduction
Join Avante Care & Support – Make a Difference Every Day!
Avante Care & Support is a registered charity dedicated to supporting 1,000+ older people through our nursing, dementia care homes, and home care services. As a not-for-profit organisation, we put people first—our residents, their loved ones, and our incredible team!
We’re Hiring: Care & Support Assistants at Chaucer House in Canterbury, Kent
Full-Time (33 hours per week) – Days (including alternate weekends)
Are you caring, reliable, and a team player? If so, we want YOU! No experience? No problem—we’ll train you and support your professional development.
Your Role:
- Provide personal careand daily support
- Encourage well-being and independence
- Create a positive and engagingenvironment for residents
Why Join Us?
✅ Competitive pay
✅ FREE DBS check & uniform
✅ Flexible working patterns
✅ Pension contributions
✅ Exclusive staff discounts at 800+ retailers
✅ Training & career progression opportunities
✅ 24/7 access to GP & counselling
✅ Employee recognition awards
✅ Life Assurance
Ready to make a real impact? Apply today!
Join us to make a real difference in residents' lives. Apply now via our online career's portal.
(All roles subject to Enhanced DBS checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.)
Please note: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview.
We regret to inform you that due to the high volumes of applicants, we do not write to candidates who are unsuccessful at the shortlisting stage.
In the meantime, we would like to thank you for the interest you have shown in Avante Care & Support.
Thank you for considering Avante Care & Support! Together, let’s create a caring environment for those who need it most.
Area Technical Manager - South West Lifeguards South west Internal only
Area Technical Manager - South West Lifeguards South west Internal only
Internal vacancy
The RNLI actively promotes continuous development within the organisation and is only seeking applications from current RNLI employees and volunteers at this time. If this position is not filled internally it may be re-advertised openly. #LI-DNI
About us
Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.
The Regional Technical Team will support the RNLI by working collaboratively across Lifesaving Operations and Engineering & Supply to ensure the effective maintenance of RNLI assets and equipment. A particularly important relationship in this role will be with the corresponding Regional Lifeguard Leads.
Some of the benefits
- Salary Grade F
- Flexible working
- 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Outstanding pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Health and dental cashplan
Your role
As an Area Technical Manager, you will manage a team of Technicians responsible for the availability, serviceability and compliance of all RNLI assets and equipment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective delivery of preventative and corrective maintenance in accordance with RNLI policies, standards, and external legislation.
- Ensure the safe operation of RNLI assets and equipment by working collaboratively with Lifesaving Operations colleagues.
- Recruit and line manage a team of specialist technicians and carry out managerial assurance checks to ensure all regional technical team activities are completed in accordance with RNLI policies and procedures.
- Support technical colleagues with their continuing professional development through the management of the training and development requirements of the team ensuring the appropriate licences and certification are held by the team to undertake RNLI operation activities.
- Develop key face to face relationships to foster operational engineering ‘ways of working’ with internal and external stakeholders.
About you
You’ll be an effective team manager with a pragmatic approach to problem solving and a calm approach to a busy workload. Able to communicate at all levels, you’ll also be willing to travel as part of the role, spend evenings away from home and go afloat with our Lifesaving Operations teams.
To be an Area Technical Manager you will need:
- HNC/D or Republic of Ireland (ROI) NFQ Level 6 in Engineering, or equivalent
- Level 5 Cert in Team Leading or equivalent experience
- Considerable proven experience of technical systems and experience implementing, delivering, and maintaining technical assurance and compliance.
- Considerable proven experience of strategic implementation and support
- Demonstrable experience in driving continuous improvement
So, if you consider yourself to be an experienced engineering manager, with a passion to ensure our fleet of boats and equipment are always maintained to a high standard, please apply via the button shown below.
This post requires a valid driving licence.
Safeguarding
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Diversity at the RNLI
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
...Autism Support Worker (Retford)
Adult Services | Retford
Salary: £24,800.36 per annum or £12.89 per hour
Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time or Casual positions available
Closing date: Monday, 2nd February 2026
Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives? Then come and join us as an Autism Support Worker?
Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time or Casual hours available
Salary: £24,800.36 per annum or £12.89 per hour
Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire
This is a job where you really will be making a difference to people’s lives. You’ll be supporting autistic people with a variety of activities that they enjoy and encouraging independent living skills.
You’ll find this is a rewarding job, which promises variety as no two days are ever the same. You will be positively supporting people by providing holistic support including personal care, medication administration, integration into the local community and managing their anxieties, which they may communicate through distressing behaviour.
No experience is necessary, so don't worry if you don't think you know enough about how to support adults with autism. Full training is given. We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, who shares our values and who we can work with to develop their skills.
If you have experience as a support worker, care assistant, nursery assistant, or personal care assistant or have worked in the NHS, health care or in social care, this position will be suited to you too.
Our support is 24/7. The working pattern is on a rolling rota and includes a variety of shifts - early, lates, sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays and flexible shift patterns.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. To ensure high standards of professional care and practice for service users are established and maintained. Including providing appropriate attention to independent living, physical, cultural, social, learning, vocational aspiration, recreational and emotional need.
2. To ensure high standards of cleanliness across the setting, being mindful of IPC measures in the service you work.
3. Adhere to developing positive working relationships with service users, families and team members, including the ability to know your own limitations and seek support when required.
4. To familiarise with Autism East Midlands systems and processes in delivering high standards of care and support.
5. To ensure all records that you maintain are up to date and are kept secure and confidential, adhering to general data protection regulations (GDPR).
6. To liaise with families, the clinical team and external agencies in a professional manner and record appropriately within the bounds of confidentiality.
7. To further develop an understanding of autism and implement in practice.
8. To further develop an understanding of CALM and Positive Behaviour Support and embed within the service.
9. To complete all elements of the Care Certificate and mandatory training.
10. To access internal IT systems regularly and to log incidents on reporting systems.
11. To ensure compliance with the service finance procedures.
12. To work flexibly as required by the rota and the terms of your contract, and as directed by your manager.
13. To effectively communicate within the team to ensure continuity of care is maintained.
14. To develop an understanding of communication methods of those supported in the service.
15. To work in a safe way, following individual support plans and risk assessments as well as company policies and procedures.
16. To support service users with personal care when required.
17. To provide support and assistance in line with individual support plans.
18. To adhere to the Autism East Midlands Code of Conduct.
Please be aware, we are unable to offer sponsorships.
What we offer:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (33 days)
- Occupational sick pay
- Extensive induction with autism specialist training
- Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care
- Paid job-related qualifications during employment
- Free initial DBS Check
- Employer pension scheme
- Friendly and supportive work environment
- Refer a friend scheme worth £500
- Access to the Blue Light Card scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid maternity/ paternity...
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Our fantastic team in Bellshill are on the lookout for compassionate individuals with a positive attitude to join them as Complex Needs Practitioners.
You don't need experience in care to start your career with us; we recruit on values and transferrable skills. We’ll give you all the training you need to be an amazing Complex Needs Practitioner including a fully funded SVQ.
This is a part-time post consisting of 20hrs per week with the shift timings being 9.30am-7pm Monday-Saturday & 10am-2.30pm on a Sunday.
Due to the nature of the role we can only accept female applicants that drive with access to their own car.
About Us:
The Richmond Fellowship Scotland provides personalised and outcome-focused support to over 2800 individuals in their own homes across Scotland, making us the country's largest provider of social care. We support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, ongoing mental health issues, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. Some of the people we support can present challenging behaviour or require a high level of personal care.
The Role:
As a Complex Needs Practitioner, you will assist individuals living in their own homes with disabilities and/or additional support needs in all aspects of their daily lives, including support with medication and finances, housework, meal preparation, cooking and personal care.
The people we support have a variety of different hobbies which we’ll be looking to you to take an active interest in, from going out for a tasty bite or catching the latest movie to a gym session or group activity, the list is endless.
Benefits
- Generous annual leave.
- TRFS rewards scheme (includes cash-back and discounts at a variety of high street and online retailers).
- Paid travel during shifts and 45p per mile fuel allowance.
- Continuous in-house training opportunities and chances to further your career in social care.
- Refer a Friend scheme- £150 reward for successfully referring a colleague.
- Employee Forum - for employees to voice their opinions and give feedback which in turn, allows us to continuously improve as an employer and ensure a positive working environment.
- Free Membership of Glasgow Credit Union.
- HSF Health Care plan.
Closing Date: 16/2/2026 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time)
All successful Complex Needs Practitioner applicants will be given a conditional offer - this is subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and PVG; having a conviction will not necessarily debar you from working in this sector. All new staff members will be required to register with the SSSC within 3 months of their start date.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications irrespective of race, ethnicity or national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, marital, parental status or sexual orientation.
We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us.
Schedule 9 Part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this post.
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Complex needs support practioner 1
Belllshill
ML4
£26,162 per year
Permanent - Part-time
Posted today
Closing date: 17/02/2026
Job reference: LB1479586BelCNSP
Complex needs support practioner 1
Belllshill
£26,162 per year
The Early Years Alliance is the largest early years membership organisation and voluntary sector provider of quality affordable childcare and education in England. An educational charity, the Alliance represents the interests of over 14,000 member settings who deliver care and learning to over 800,000 families every year. We are looking to recruit Early Years Lead.
The purpose of the role is to provide high quality early years sessions to children and families to improve the life chances of children. To work as part of a team to promote and support parents in their own learning which will enable them to support their children's learning and development particularly with healthy lifestyle choices and communication skills.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata for part time employees
- Additional annual leave for long service
- Enhanced sickness pay
- Employer and employee contribution pension scheme
- Birthday leave so you can have a day off for your birthday dedicated to you and your well being
- Regular access to internal and external learning and development opportunities
- A Recruitment Referral Payment Scheme, giving you an introductory payment of up to £300 if someone you have referred to the Alliance takes up a role in the charity.
- Access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), which includes 24/7 helpline access, dedicated managers helpline, confidential counselling sessions delivered by accredited specialists, legal, debt and life management advice, discounts, and wellbeing content plus resources.
- Savings of up to 25% on O2 Refresh Airtime Plan on any new phone or tablets
- A dedicated mental health First Aider to support your mental well being
Main duties:
- Provide individual and clusters of Early Years settings and childminders advice, guidance and support on Early Help and how to work effectively with children and families including children who have English as an additional language, narrowing the gap between EAL learners and their peers.
- Provide training and learning opportunities for registered early years providers and other partners to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence in working with children and families that have concerns or need advice.
- Provide information, advice, guidance and practical support to develop inclusive and effective early year’s environments that support quality relationships between staff, parents and children.
- Work in partnership with relevant agencies to promote the consideration of the needs of children and families in all relevant services and strategies looking at how access to services can be improved for this group of children and their families.
- Developing and encouraging peer to peer support in relation to Early Help and to embed best practice within the County that is shared and disseminated.
- Identify, disseminate and facilitate the sharing of good practice in relation to meeting the needs of children and families in Somerset, seeking to utilise the wealth of experience within Somerset as well as bring national best practice into Somerset.
- Promote the service to settings across the County to ensure they are aware of the services available to support children and families. Working collaboratively with other services who support children and families to make best use of scarce resources.
- To use effective monitoring and tracking systems for this project to ensure the project makes an impact on individual and cohorts of children.
- To contribute to the development of appropriate resources and information about resources which can be shared with Somerset settings to support them working effectively with children and families.
- Work collaboratively to promote and celebrate good practice, demonstrating a commitment to quality in all they do. Where necessary have the confidence to challenge poor practice which does not achieve good outcomes for children and families.
- Develop your expertise and keep up to date with best practice so registered providers can utilise those skills and knowledge in the role, modelling best practice to settings.
- Work in a flexible and responsive way to emerging issues. Be willing to lead and support specific focused pieces of work or projects as appropriate.
- Any other tasks that are co...