Category:
Care - Children and Young People Contract type:
Fixed term Working hours:
36 hours per week Posted on:
18 December 2024 Closing date:
12 January 2025 Location:
Woking, Surrey Description
This role has a starting salary of £29,697 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. This position is offered as a secondment or fixed term opportunity until the 31st of March 2025. This role is Monday to Friday and the working hours are 9am to 5pm. We are excited to be hiring a new
Early Help Hub Advisor
to join our fantastic Early Help Hub team based in Woking. This is an office-based post with flexibility regarding hybrid working, and as a team, we split our time between working from home and collaborating together in the office for a minimum of two days per week. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part-time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption, and dependents leave A generous local government salary-related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping, and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role
The Early Help Hub is based within Surrey's Children Single Point of Access, which is the first point of contact if and when there are any worries or support needs for children and their families. We work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, such as Surrey Police and health colleagues, to ensure that the right advice and support is provided at the right time for our children, young people, and their families. The aim is to empower them to feel safe and confident so that they are resilient and positive about their futures. We are looking for positive and passionate people to join our Early Help Hub, which is responsible for receiving referrals about children, screening the information received with a view to providing advice and guidance to children, their families, and partner agencies, on the range of suitable Early Help services that are available to access in their community, in line with identified needs. You will work as part of a well-supported team who together respond to referral requests for support, ensuring they are dealt with appropriately to meet the needs of the child, young person, or family, assessing the most appropriate support required. Through your work, you will identify opportunities for improving outcomes as well as risks requiring escalation, ensuring we deliver our commitments within agreed timeframes. We provide regular supervision, supportive leadership, and a working environment that is curious and child-friendly. Our most recent Ofsted reports confirm that: 'The Early Help Hub is well-managed, employing skilled and professionally curious Early Help Advisors who have a child-centred and evaluative approach.' Shortlisting Criteria
To be shortlisted to interview for this position your application will clearly evidence: Minimum of a Level 3 qualification in a related area such as Education, Social Care, etc., and at least 2 years experience of working with children and young people and the issues they face A clear understanding of Early Help, including its purpose and benefits Ability to communicate clearly in a respectful way with a broad range of individuals, and able to understand and explain detailed processes and concepts A good level of IT literacy Organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise your workload to meet competing demands You will have the ability to work collaboratively and build meaningful working relationships with children and families, as well as key partners in a short space of time. In all that you do, you will work to ensure that effective support is in place to allow children with early help needs or targeted help needs achieve the best possible outcomes. We will work to empower and train you to increase your confidence in undertaking enquiries and making recommendations and decisions based on the information you find. You will benefit from a supportive team who have the skills and experience to deliver effective advice that best supports our children, young people, and their families. Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills, or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Louise Makem via email at Louise.Makem@surreycc.gov.uk. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 12th January 2024 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Our Values
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
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Care - Children and Young People Contract type:
Fixed term Working hours:
36 hours per week Posted on:
18 December 2024 Closing date:
12 January 2025 Location:
Woking, Surrey Description
This role has a starting salary of £29,697 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. This position is offered as a secondment or fixed term opportunity until the 31st of March 2025. This role is Monday to Friday and the working hours are 9am to 5pm. We are excited to be hiring a new
Early Help Hub Advisor
to join our fantastic Early Help Hub team based in Woking. This is an office-based post with flexibility regarding hybrid working, and as a team, we split our time between working from home and collaborating together in the office for a minimum of two days per week. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part-time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption, and dependents leave A generous local government salary-related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping, and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role
The Early Help Hub is based within Surrey's Children Single Point of Access, which is the first point of contact if and when there are any worries or support needs for children and their families. We work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, such as Surrey Police and health colleagues, to ensure that the right advice and support is provided at the right time for our children, young people, and their families. The aim is to empower them to feel safe and confident so that they are resilient and positive about their futures. We are looking for positive and passionate people to join our Early Help Hub, which is responsible for receiving referrals about children, screening the information received with a view to providing advice and guidance to children, their families, and partner agencies, on the range of suitable Early Help services that are available to access in their community, in line with identified needs. You will work as part of a well-supported team who together respond to referral requests for support, ensuring they are dealt with appropriately to meet the needs of the child, young person, or family, assessing the most appropriate support required. Through your work, you will identify opportunities for improving outcomes as well as risks requiring escalation, ensuring we deliver our commitments within agreed timeframes. We provide regular supervision, supportive leadership, and a working environment that is curious and child-friendly. Our most recent Ofsted reports confirm that: 'The Early Help Hub is well-managed, employing skilled and professionally curious Early Help Advisors who have a child-centred and evaluative approach.' Shortlisting Criteria
To be shortlisted to interview for this position your application will clearly evidence: Minimum of a Level 3 qualification in a related area such as Education, Social Care, etc., and at least 2 years experience of working with children and young people and the issues they face A clear understanding of Early Help, including its purpose and benefits Ability to communicate clearly in a respectful way with a broad range of individuals, and able to understand and explain detailed processes and concepts A good level of IT literacy Organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise your workload to meet competing demands You will have the ability to work collaboratively and build meaningful working relationships with children and families, as well as key partners in a short space of time. In all that you do, you will work to ensure that effective support is in place to allow children with early help needs or targeted help needs achieve the best possible outcomes. We will work to empower and train you to increase your confidence in undertaking enquiries and making recommendations and decisions based on the information you find. You will benefit from a supportive team who have the skills and experience to deliver effective advice that best supports our children, young people, and their families. Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills, or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Louise Makem via email at Louise.Makem@surreycc.gov.uk. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 12th January 2024 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Our Values
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
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Industry:
Government Administration
Specialties:
Adult Social Care and Public Health, Deputy Chief Executive's Office
Employees:
10,001+
Founded:
1889
Address:
11 Cockshot Hill, Reigate, Surrey, , GB, RH2 8EF
Every single person at Surrey County Council has a unique opportunity to make Surrey a better place to live. Whether it's by protecting people from harm, making Surrey's roads safer or conserving our beautiful countryside. We want to continue making Surrey an even better place to live and we understand the key to this is a workforce with different skills and life experiences. If you are looking for an organisation which actively promotes on-going learning, a challenging career path and rewards success, stop your job search with us. Working for Surrey means making positive and practical differences to the lives of people living and working in the county.
