Senior Family Group Conference Coordinator
Role Responsibility
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Family Group Conference Coordinator for South East Kent. The successful candidate will be part of a robust and experienced team that facilitates Family Group Decision Making for families whose children are involved with Children's Services.
Although the team covers the entire South East Kent area, the office base is in Brook House, Whitstable. The role involves a mix of hands-on practice and managing 5 team members. There are also opportunities to run training sessions and practice forums. The role is diverse and creative, focusing on running family-led meetings tailored to each unique family.
Applicants need to have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in relevant fields such as Social Work, Teaching, Mediation, Youth Work, etc., and have varied experience working with children and families during times of distress and conflict. Experience in convening FGCs in various settings and Lifelong Links work is preferable.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This position is considered by KCC to be customer-facing. The Council has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have sufficient command of spoken English/Welsh for effective job performance. The standards are outlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.
A full induction and training will be provided.
For more information, please contact Clare Barton at 03000 418520.
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KCC is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the county's residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths, and those with caring responsibilities. We aspire to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves.
Please note: If you are interested, apply as soon as possible, as the closing date may be earlier than stated if a sufficient number of qualified candidates apply.
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