Family Liaison Worker (Children) – part time 15 hrs p/w

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Part time
Location: Wokingham
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Job offered by: Bracknell Forest Council
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Category:
£23,660 pro rata per annum (based on 35 hour working week). This is under review. Location:

Wokingham Contract:

Temporary Working Pattern:

Part Time Hours:

15 hours per week. DBS Check: Closing Date:

28/02/2025 at 23:59 Reference:

OTH/25/302573 This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Promise Inclusion, Wokingham Reporting to:

The Family Liaison Team Leader and Chief Executive and accountable to the Board of Trustees Purpose of job: To provide a direct service to carers of children with learning disabilities and/or those with an autism spectrum condition (ASC) and their families, who are members of Promise Inclusion or referred by Bracknell Forest Borough Council or by other agencies. This service will include: Home visiting and support Providing support to carers and families in meetings Planning, organising and hosting events as required Funding:

The post is currently funded for 2 years, but further funding will be sought. Key Responsibilities: Communicate information on benefits and services to carers and families of children and young people with a learning disability and/or ASC by telephone, email or in person. Visit members/carers in their own homes and build close relationships with those that need extra support (Home visits can be via Zoom or Teams, if necessary). Provide emotional support to carers and families of children with a learning disability and/or autism. Maintain a library of information and knowledge to provide up-to-date information on relevant issues. Assist in planning, organising and hosting events for carers including monthly Carers’ Group and respite events. Monitor outcomes for carers and collect feedback. Liaise and work with the Promise Inclusion Family Liaison Team and other services. Provide reports to the Board of Trustees and other agencies as required. Attend meetings as required. Develop and maintain good partnership working with key organisations and partners. Research and keep up-to-date with local and national issues relevant to clients. Support all aspects of Promise Inclusion’s policies on Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding. Skills Required: Empathy with client group Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative Excellent communicator, both written and verbal Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships Good team player Confidentiality and flexibility Good IT knowledge with experience in presenting ideas using technology Some knowledge of budgeting Personal Qualities: Confident, with the ability to be assertive when necessary Good interpersonal skills Ability to influence others Other Work Requirements: Current driving licence and use of a car Willingness to work evenings/weekends as appropriate This post is subject to references, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring) check and a Right to Work check. Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply

For further information and to apply for this vacancy please contact Promise Inclusion Ltd (Pinc).

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