About the role
Pay Details: Grade 5 SCP 8 – 12, £25,992 – £27,711 (Pro Rata), £13.47 - £14.36 per hour, with an enhanced rate for out-of-hours working.
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37 hours per week on a rota that includes day and evening shifts. The role requires flexibility, including working evenings, weekends, and being available for two weekends per month if needed.
Main Place of Work: You will have access to office space in Barry and work across the Vale of Glamorgan, with opportunities for remote work based on service needs.
Description: Your primary responsibility is to deliver support services to parents of unborn children to prevent them from becoming looked after. You may also support children who are looked after or on the edge of care, including providing emergency responses to help children remain at home or in their current placements. You should be compassionate, able to identify strengths in families facing difficulties, and understand how trauma impacts children.
You will work both independently and as part of a team, undertaking direct work with children, young people, and families to help them achieve their desired outcomes.
About you
You will need:
* At least 2 years of experience working directly with children, young people, and their families or carers.
* Experience in building and maintaining relationships.
* Knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
* Understanding of safeguarding procedures.
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