Child Development Specialist

3 weeks ago


Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom Dumfries & Galloway Council Full time
Transforming Lives in Dumfries and Galloway

We are seeking a highly skilled Development Officer to join our team in Dumfries and Galloway. As a key member of our Children and Families Social Work Services team, you will play a critical role in delivering a trauma-sensitive, rights-based, and recovery-focused response to the care, protection, justice, and recovery needs of children and young people.

The Bairns Hoose is a pioneering initiative that brings together Police, Social Work, Health, Court, and recovery support services under one roof. As a Development Officer, you will work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to project manage and support the implementation of this innovative model.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the transformation of children's lives in Scotland. You will have a good working knowledge of national improvement projects and initiatives, quality and improvement techniques, and project and programme management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project manage the implementation of the Bairns Hoose model in Dumfries and Galloway
  • Work closely with colleagues and partner agencies to deliver a trauma-sensitive, rights-based, and recovery-focused response to children's needs
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Police, Social Work, Health, and Court services
  • Contribute to the development of policies and procedures to support the implementation of the Bairns Hoose model

Requirements:

  • Good working knowledge of national improvement projects and initiatives
  • Quality and improvement techniques, and project and programme management systems
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

This is a fixed-term post until the 31st of March 2025. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality services to children and families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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