Community Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Ilford, Greater London, United Kingdom Barnardos Full time

Position Overview: This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the objectives of the National FGM Centre. With a nationwide focus, you will be pivotal in advancing the Centre's mission.

About the National FGM Centre: The Centre collaborates with professionals and community members to educate and prevent Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), breast flattening, and child abuse associated with faith or belief (CALFB), along with other harmful practices. Established in 2015, the Centre aims to transform service delivery for children and families impacted by FGM. In 2017, our initiatives expanded to include Breast Flattening and Child Abuse Linked to Faith or Belief, with the goal of preventing new cases, safeguarding children and young people, and supporting those affected.

Funding and Development: The National FGM Centre is actively seeking to broaden its outreach by applying for the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) grant from the Home Office. This funding will facilitate the creation of a Harmful Practices Network, with the Centre leading a consortium of grassroots organizations across the UK.

Qualifications: As a qualified social worker, you will possess extensive post-qualification experience across a diverse range of cases, from early intervention to complex child protection scenarios. Your background should include experience in a multi-agency context, handling various cases, including child protection assessments and legal proceedings. Specialized training will be provided to enhance your expertise.

Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will engage with the Harmful Practices Support Hub, a distinctive virtual platform designed for professionals and victims/survivors/witnesses. Your responsibilities will include providing expert advice, guidance, and referrals to specialized programs offered by the Network. Additionally, you will conduct training sessions and occasionally perform child protection risk assessments.

Benefits: Working with Barnardo's offers a comprehensive range of benefits, including a salary exchange pension scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, Childcare Vouchers, Cycle to Work schemes, and discounts on various services and products.

Employment Status: While this position is permanent, it is subject to funding availability. Should funding not be extended, a redundancy consultation or TUPE arrangement may occur.

Workplace Flexibility: Barnardo's is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and supports flexible working arrangements to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Annual Leave: Employees are entitled to 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave available after five years of service.

Professional Development: Barnardo's is dedicated to the growth and development of its employees, offering access to learning and development opportunities.



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