Mockingbird and Training Co-ordinator

2 weeks ago


WestonsuperMare, North Somerset, United Kingdom North Somerset Council Full time
Job description

We are looking for a skilled and organised worker to join North Somerset to support our fostering service. We are excited to expand our team and have created a Mockingbird and Training Coordinator position.

About the role
This post is one vacancy that covers two roles.

As a training coordinator you will develop and create training programmes for our foster carers and as the mockingbird coordinator you will be required to be motivated and passionate in organising and coordinating data.

You will work with the team, including foster carers, to gain their feedback and identify gaps in their learning and development.


North Somerset Council are proud to be the first Local Authority in the South West to adopt the Mockingbird model and support other Local Authorities as this expands across the region in order to have a family approach in caring for children.

This is a permanent position currently based in the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare. North Somerset Council supports hybrid working, working alongside the team in the office and remotely.

***Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

About you
We are looking for someone who has excellent IT and organisation skills but also understands the Mockingbird Model.

Please see job description and person specification for further details.

Why North Somerset Council?
We understand working for a local authority is more than just a job. We want to ensure our employees remain passionate about what they do and enjoys their time at North Somerset.

Whether that means you want training and development opportunities or a flexible working arrangement to fit around family commitments, we will work with you to ensure you are getting the best out of your employment.


Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days per year.

To find out more about our rewards package and the benefits on offer to our employees, please
click here.

Want to know more and apply?

Anticipated interview date:
Friday 15 March 2024.

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.

We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant.

We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

**North Somerset Council - Open, Fairer, Greener.

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