Lead Parenting Support Specialist

3 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff County Council Full time
About The Service

Cardiff Parenting Services operate under the umbrella of Cardiff Early Help, guided by a Senior Educational Psychologist. Our teams are dedicated to delivering both group and individual parenting programs and interventions throughout Cardiff. We engage with families in various community settings, including their homes and temporary accommodations.

Our offices are strategically located across Cardiff, and we are equipped for remote work.

To explore more about Early Help initiatives, please visit our website.

For further information about our Parenting Services, please refer to our online resources.

Senior staff testimonials: 'This role is incredibly fulfilling; it allows you to work with diverse communities and families, including those facing homelessness and those living in Gypsy and Traveller sites. I've gained invaluable insights into these unique communities and how to best support them.'

About the Role

The Cardiff Flying Start Groups Team provides structured programs like Language and Play, alongside informal drop-in sessions for families across various city regions. We also organize holiday activities, including fun days and excursions.

In collaboration with the Area Team Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, monitoring, and evaluating effective support programs that cater to all families with children under a specified age. They will actively contribute to creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that addresses the needs of both adults and children utilizing our services. This role involves fostering a safe environment for parents and children to engage in play and interaction, promoting well-being and enhancing positive parenting skills.

We prioritize the welfare of our staff and are committed to fostering a positive work environment where our dedicated workforce feels respected and valued.

Here are some of the benefits we offer:

  • A generous annual leave package.
  • Access to the Cardiff & Vale of Glamorgan Pension Fund, part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), providing a secure and flexible pension plan.
  • Guaranteed opportunities for further training and development to advance your career.
  • Access to employee equality networks for support and social engagement, including networks for various minority groups.
  • Comprehensive employee well-being support.
  • Access to the MyAdvantages Employee Benefits Platform, which includes exclusive discounts at various retailers.
What We Are Looking For

A Level 3 qualification in Children's Care, Learning, Play, and Development is essential (please refer to the job description and personal specification for further qualification details). When applying, candidates should highlight how they meet the essential criteria outlined in the attached person specification.

The successful candidate will design and implement services that promote parent-child interaction, nurture child development, and provide a safe space for families to engage in play and interaction, thereby supporting well-being and enhancing positive parenting skills. They may work with service users facing challenges, trauma, and distress, necessitating a non-judgmental approach characterized by empathy and understanding.

Candidates must possess a thorough understanding of children's developmental needs and be able to communicate sensitive information regarding child development and parenting strategies to parents effectively.

The role requires the ability to receive and respond appropriately to disclosures from service users concerning vulnerable children and/or adults, child protection, and/or domestic abuse, advising and acting in accordance with established protocols and procedures.

A valid driving license and access to a vehicle are essential, as the role involves travel across various areas.

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