Support Worker
Real Life Options
£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
PermanentFull time
Support Worker 📍 Paddock Way, Acomb, York 🕒 Full time and Part Time available 💷 £12.71 per hour 🌟 Relief Opportunities Also Available 🚗 Drivers desirable Are you caring, adaptable and looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference? Join our friendly team at Paddock Way, a supported living service in Acomb, York, where you'll support people with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling, independent lives. At Paddock Way, we currently support two gentlemen with different needs, providing personalised support that promotes independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes. 💬 About the Role As a Support Worker, you will: Support people to develop daily living skills and increase their independence Assist with cooking, budgeting and maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment Provide personal care and support with eating and drinking where required Support people to access activities, hobbies and opportunities within their local community Assist with managing finances and attending health appointments Administer and record medication as required Promote choice, dignity and person-centred support at all times Complete daily records and support documentation Work both as part of a team and independently during lone-working shifts 🕒 Shift Details Shifts vary in length and may include: Days Evenings Long day shifts of up to 12 hours Weekends Waking nights Bank holidays Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the people we support. 🎓 Experience & Training Previous experience is helpful but not essential. If you have the right values, attitude and willingness to learn, we'll provide: Full induction and accredited training Ongoing learning and development opportunities Support to help you build a rewarding career in social care A positive, can-do attitude and flexibility are key qualities we're looking for. All offers are subject to an enhanced Adult DBS check. 🎁 Benefits and Rewards We value our people and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: 28 days' paid holiday (pro-rata for part-time staff) Accredited training and development Employer-contributory pension scheme You'll also have access to: Health Cash Plan (for contracted staff) £10,000 Life Cover Free Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and financial support Discounts through Reward Gateway Cycle to Work Scheme Financial Wellbeing Scheme Refer-a-Friend Bonus Staff Recognition Initiatives 💙 Our Values We're looking for someone who lives our values of: Respect – Honesty – Responsibility – Excellence If you can circle six or more of the qualities below, we'd love to hear from you: Honest Good Communicator Strong Values Flexible Passionate Self-Motivated Reliable Caring Inclusive 👥 Join Us You'll have a truly rewarding role, helping people achieve their goals, develop their independence and enjoy fulfilling lives within their community. Working alongside a supportive and experienced team, you'll have every opportunity to learn, develop and grow. Real Life Options is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to help. 📧 Please check your email regularly, including your junk/spam folders, as initial contact may be made via email. 🔗 Apply today and start your journey with Real Life Options – where you make the difference.
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Housekeeper - Urology | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust - Salford
£25,272 per annum
PermanentPart time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen in the Urology department at Salford Care Organisation. The urology department caries out diagnostic and therapeutic procedures both on site at Salford Care Organisation and also at Pendleton gateway in Salford. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Housekeeper to provide efficient support and play an important role in working together with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the patients receive safe, clean and personal care every time. You should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise across multi agencies and multi-disciplinary departments. Experience of working with the general public is essential. The ability to work independently and adapt to an environment of changing priorities is an essential component to consistently facilitate a patient focused approached. If you relate to the above qualities and are looking for a new challenge within a busy yet friendly environment, then we’d like to invite you to join our team and be a part of our journey to success We strongly recommend an informal chat and/or visit. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship This role includes the undertaking of daily organisation, maintaining stock levels, cleanliness of the environment, maintenance of equipment and the general housekeeping of the unit. It is essential that you are able to work in an orderly and systematic manner, possess good literacy, IT, numeracy, communication and organisational skills. You should have a caring attitude, as well as the ability to work effectively under direction as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will be working with a fantastic and supportive team who will be happy to assist you as settle within the team. The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care, appreciateandinspire– to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack(opens in existing window) To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk This advert closes on Wednesday 2 Sep 2026
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Hospital and Community Pharmacy Technician | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust - Bury
£28,392 - £39,043 pro rata
ContractPart time
Hospital and Community Pharmacy Technician Fixed term - 11 months Fairfield General Hospital and Rochdale Infirmary Band 4/5 depending on experience and qualifications 30 hours per week We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technicians, with good communication and teamwork skills. If you are able to work under pressure, and keen to develop yourself, we would like to hear from you. We are keen to develop the roles of our technical staff, and to support their training and progression. Out Technical Team have a great reputation for providing excellent ward based and community services. You will need excellent organisational skills in order to undertake this role and be able to work accurately and quickly under pressure, have a good eye for detail, be able to prioritise your workload, meet deadlines and be committed to the delivery of high standards in a patient focused service. If you do not have the required experience / qualifications to meet the Band 5 position , you will be appointed to Band 4 Pharmacy Technician, and are expected to achieve the qualifications and experience required to progress to a Band 5 post. There will be a requirement to participate in working extended hours, late nights, weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis. Main duties of the job You will gain experience of dispensing, ward-based medicines management duties, medication reviews in community settings and clinical trials. You will have the opportunity once trained to work as part of a clinical technical service team which will involve recording patient medication history and processing discharges at ward and community level. You will also participate in full dispensary duties. The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire– to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack. To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk This advert closes on Wednesday 2 Sep 2026
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Bank Clinical Support Worker - Inpatient Services
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust - Cheshire/Wirral/Macclesfield
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata
PermanentFull time
A Vacancy at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FoundationTrust. We are looking for experienced Clinical Support Workers to join CWPs Inpatient Bank. Clinical Support Workers provide the highest quality of care to our patients whilst they are in hospital. Working on the bank means that you are likely to work in many different areas and with different wards. Bank working is a great place to develop the scope of your existing healthcare experience. At Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP), The bank covers staffing shortfalls within the trusts inpatient units. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain experience in a wide range of specialities within the Specialist Mental Health (SMH), Children and Young People (CAMHS) and Learning Disability (LD) Care Groups. You must be able to demonstrate an understanding and application of the trust values (6 Cs) in practice, these being Care; Compassion; Competence; Communication; Courage and Commitment. Applicants should have a flexible approach to work and be willing to work across a variety of wards. Clinical Support Worker shifts cover 24 hours 7 days a week. This includes weekends, nights and Bank Holidays. Most shifts are normally 12 hours and are usually 07.30-20.00 and 19.30-08.00. All successful applicants are required to attend CWPs induction programme - Prepare to Care and complete all statutory and mandatory learning before working on the bank at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire. We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport. Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall. As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services. All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you’ll find something to suit you at CWP. Please download a copy of the job description (see ‘documents to download’ section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role. At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100. If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the ‘essential’ criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer ‘YES’ to the question: ‘Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?’ Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon! This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Sep 2026
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Mental Health Support Worker, Full UK Manual Licence - Bury | Care in Mind
Care In Mind - Ramsbottom, Bury
£26,227.50 - £27,378 Per Annum Dependant on Experience
PermanentFull time
Mental Health Support Worker, Young People Ramsbottom, Bury £26,227.50 - £27,378 Per Annum Dependant on Experience Must be a driver, with a Full UK licence, manual licence only, cannot accept provisional nor automatic. Must be willing to drive service car unsupervised. Full Time 37.5 hours per week Shift patterns will include : Early – 7am – 3.30pm Late – 2pm – 10.30pm Early/late- 8am-7.30pm/10am-9.30pm You may be required to cover Waking Night shifts on occasions for holiday/absence reasons; Waking Night – 8.30pm – 7.30am Essential requirements of a Support Worker • Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays • Full UK Manual Driving Licence - Not Automatic • Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays • Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately • Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails) • Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others • An ability to maintain a professional working boundary • Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations Desirable Criteria of a Support Worker • NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care • Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health need Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life. Company Benefits • Minimum 30 days holiday • An additional day off each year for your birthday • Enhanced company sick pay • Enhanced company pension • Enhanced maternity/paternity leave • Paid time off for fertility treatment • Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme • Life Assurance (2 x annual salary) • Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits. • Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service. • Free eye tests and various other benefits. • Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate) • Paid Training, Induction and DBS check. • We are a Mindful & Disability Confident Employer. • We are a supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter. • We are a Menopause Friendly Organisation. • Long service awards. • Social events including a Christmas party. • Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts • Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral • Free onsite parking. At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment. At our home in Bury, you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnosis including personality disorder, those who have difficult relationships with food and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions. As such, you will be required to be patient and resilient as the support you will be providing to our young people will include supporting them to improve their relationship with food and managing incidents of self-harm. When our young people are preparing for moving on positively from the home into the community, you will be supporting this transition through things such as: supporting them to self-administer their own medication, re-engaging with education, accessing public transport and appointments independently. The young people enjoy in house activities such as arts/crafts, baking, cooking, board games and quiz/movie/theme nights. They also like going out in the community, on day trips to the beach or similar, shopping, eating out, bowling, walks, concerts and the cinema. The home is a 6-bed service. You will be working with an established, experienced and diverse staff team who all have a passion for supporting the young people to achieve their goals and help them move on to full independence. Previous care experience is not essential and full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team. The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development. This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026
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Early Years Educator Apprentice - Amersham
Realise Training - Amersham, London
£25,396.80 to £25,396.80 a year
ApprenticeshipFull time
At Kinderzimmer Amersham, we are dedicated to creating high-quality learning environments that prioritise each child’s developmental needs. We are currently seeking a Nursery Apprentice to join our team on a 40-hour-per-week contract, working shifts between 7:30am and 6:30pm. In this role, you will play a key part in: Delivering exceptional education and childcare by contributing to planned activities Maintaining developmental records Supporting children with additional needs Collaborating with staff and families You will also assist with daily routines such as toileting, mealtimes, and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment. Additional responsibilities include supporting inspections, attending training and staff meetings, and upholding safeguarding and confidentiality standards. 23 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays, nursery closure over Christmas, a wellness day, a Fiit fitness subscription, a discount membership card with tastecard, and access to Flick—our CPD-accredited training platform to support your ongoing professional development. Working Week 40 Hours per week. Monday to Friday working shifts between 7:30am and 6:30pm. Qualifications Required Grade 4/C in English and Maths preferred. Experience of working in a childcare is preferable, however, we are prepared to take on newly childcare qualified staff to further train and develop Personal Qualities Good organisational, record keeping and planning skills Punctuality Excellent communication skills, with children, colleagues, advisors and parents/carers. Patience Reliability and trustworthiness A positive approach to inclusive practice, with children and colleagues Skills Required Enthusiasm for working with young children An interest in the care, learning and development of young children A commitment to the provision of high quality childcare A positive approach to learning and gaining new skills through teamwork and training opportunities Training to be Provided Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day. You will be working towards the Level 3 Early Years Educator apprenticeship standard, which includes: • Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator • Level 3 Award in Paediatric First Aid or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required) This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise. Future Prospects Opportunities to progress within the group Apprenticeship Duration 14 Months
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Cux Host
ISS Facilities Services - NN4 7SG
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are looking for a Curated Experience Host to join our team in Northampton. In this exciting role, you will support the delivery of engaging events, experiences and community initiatives that enhance colleague engagement and create memorable experiences across campus.
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Project Coordinator
ISS Facilities Services - B37 7YN
On-siteContractFull time
Project Coordinator Contract: Government Location: Solihull, B37 7YN Hours of work: 40 Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract We are seeking a Project Coordinator to support both the BAU and dedicated Backlog team in delivering the final phase of the Backlog Project. The role will focus on supporting the completion of all quoted works and ensuring the correct documentation is provided to close all work orders across Backlog PPMs, Reactive works and Remedials. Job Description We are looking for a highly organised individual with strong Excel expertise, experience within technical hard services environments, and a sound knowledge of SFG20. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating activities, maintaining accurate records and supporting effective project delivery and reporting. Key Responsibilities Coordinate the submission of quotations through the system to DWP for approval, liaising with suppliers and FM teams. Support the payment process for approved quotations. Work with Finance and Commercial teams to track attended work orders and support their submission to DWP for payment. Monitor backlog activities and highlight any potential impacts on BAU service delivery to relevant stakeholders. Support the implementation of new PPM templates and ensure completed PPM documentation is uploaded accurately and on time. Act as a point of contact for project-related queries and escalate issues to the appropriate project leads when required. Assist in the production of weekly reports and progress updates for DWP, including quotation trackers and completion glidepaths. Maintain project records, trackers and documentation, while facilitating communication between KADS, KAMS, FM teams and suppliers regarding progress, actions and blockers.
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Housekeeper
ISS Facilities Services - G5 8DP
from £14.26 an hour
On-sitePermanentPart time
Housekeeper Location: Glasgow, G5 8DP Hours of work: 20 Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 17:00 - 21:00 Contract Type: Permanent Hourly Rate: £14.26 This is a big site with high standards - and as a housekeeper, you’ll help keep it that way. From meeting rooms to restrooms, food outlets to shared spaces, you’ll cover a wide range of areas Monday to Friday with care and consistency. It’s a role for someone who enjoys being active, works well in a team, and takes pride in creating a clean, welcoming environment every day. ISS is a leading workplace experience and facility management company offering a wide range of tailor-made services for customers throughout the public and private sectors, enabling you to grow your talents as a representative of a people focused, market leading brand. The Role - Responsible for delivering a clean, tidy office space to our client site ensuring best practice at all times - Responsible for the cleaning equipment, consumables and materials and reporting of any repairs required to the management team. - Ensure that all chemical and cleaning solutions are used correctly in line with company/manufacturer’s operating procedures. - To be aware of Clients’ Fire, Health and Safety and Security Procedures. - Responsible for carrying out deep cleans, specialist cleans and periodic cleans. - Ensure the disposal of waste in the correct receptacles. - Ad hoc projects to meet with the demands of the business and undertake any additional duties requested of you by your Line Manager.
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Fathers and Significant Others Worker - Temporary / Fixed Term
Vale of Glamorgan Council - Vale of Glamorgan
Field-basedTemporaryFull time
Closing date 01-Sep-2026 Reference Number SS01202 Location Barry Actual salary £16.90 - £18.85 per Hour Contract Type Temporary / Fixed Term Position Type Full Time About us The Vale of Glamorgan is welcoming applications within its Flying Start Programme. Flying Start is a Welsh Government funded programme and is available in targeted areas supporting all families to give 0-3-year olds a Flying Start in life. The programme aims to provide intensive support services for children and their families. The focus of the programme is on promoting language, cognitive, social and emotional skills, physical development and the early identification of high needs. This is achieved through the delivery of health support and guidance, parenting groups and support and free part time childcare. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Fathers and Significant Others Worker to join our Flying Start Parent Support Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting fathers and male carers to build strong, positive relationships with their children and engage fully in their child’s early development. You will work directly with dads through one-to-one sessions, group activities, and community engagement, helping them to overcome challenges and access the support they need. Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future. Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take. Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services. Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council. About the role Manylion Tâl: Gradd 7 PCG 20-25 (£32,597 - £36,363) y flwyddyn Oriau Gwaith / Patrwm Gwaith: 37 awr yr wythnos, dydd Llun i ddydd Gwener Prif Weithle: Mae’r swydd wedi’i lleoli yn y Barri ond yn cynnwys gweithio ledled Bro Morgannwg Rheswm am gynnig Swydd Dros Dro: Swydd a ariennir gan Lywodraeth Cymru drwy Dechrau'n Deg Disgrifiad: Cefnogi’r tîm Dechrau'n Deg i alluogi teuluoedd i gael mynediad at wasanaethau a gwella cyfleoedd bywyd i'w plant. Cyflawni hyn trwy ddatblygu, cyflwyno a hyrwyddo rhianta cadarnhaol a chynyddu dyhead. Gwaith un i un yn y cartref, mewn grwpiau bach ac mewn partneriaeth ag asiantaethau eraill. Prif Gyfrifoldebau Darparu cymorth wedi'i dargedu i dadau a gofalwyr gwrywaidd o fewn y rhaglen Dechrau'n Deg. Trefnu a chyflwyno grwpiau, gweithdai a gweithgareddau tadau sy'n hyrwyddo rhianta cadarnhaol. Gweithio ar y cyd gyda theuluoedd, gweithwyr proffesiynol, ac asiantaethau partner i sicrhau cefnogaeth holistaidd. Cadw cofnodion cywir a chyfrannu at gynllunio a gwerthuso gwasanaeth. Hyrwyddo cynhwysiant a chydraddoldeb ym mhob agwedd ar ddarparu gwasanaethau. About you You will need: Experience of working with children/families on a one-to-one basis in a community setting, within a family support field Experience of directly supporting fathers, male family members, and significant others Experience of supporting families with complex needs Experience of a multi-agency approach to deliver joint outcomes Knowledge of Children and young people’s developmental stages Risk and protective factors in parenting Knowledge of early intervention and prevention programmes such as Flying Start and Families First Positive parenting - current messages and practice Children (Abolition of Defence of Reasonable Punishment) (Wales) Act 2020 (Children Wales Act) Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively (in both written and oral form, as well as via virtual platforms) The ability to work in partnership with parents, team members Being tenacious and working hard to engage those who are considered ‘hardest to reach’ yet often most in need Be passionate about working creatively with the parent(s), developing a tailored package of support The ability to work across different settings, e.g. clinics, community centres, homes, etc. An understanding of group dynamics and effective facilitation Proficiency in I.T. (word, excel, outlook etc.), as well as casework management systems Degree level or equivalent in Social Care, Education or Early Years/Family Support. Ability to inspire and motivate, with a positive outlook Ability to work as a positive member of the team and collaborate with others Flexible, energetic and collaborative approach to work Ability to drive/travel throughout the Vale or between locations as appropriate Additional information DBS Check Required: Enhanced – both adult/children barred list Shortlisting date : September 2026 Interview date: September 2026 For Further Information, contact: Joanna Card – Flying Start Parent Support Team Manager – 01446 732180 jccard@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
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