Job vacancy details
Child Poverty Project Manager
| Employer | London Borough of Waltham Forest | Location | Extended Services, Silver Birch House, Uplands Business park, Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, London E17 5SD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working Pattern | Full Time, Temporary position | Hours | 36 per week |
| Salary | £33,177 - £35,946 per annum | Reference | 50043316/CYPS |
| Closing Date | 13/07/2009 23:30 PM | ||
FIXED TERM CONTRACT TO 31 MARCH 2011
Post also open to Secondment
Within Extended Services we have a number of exciting projects involved in working alongside school and other services providing multi agency support to families.
The London Borough of Waltham Forest has been selected to develop its an innovative approach to tackling child poverty. Our pilot will adopt a family-centred, multi disciplinary approach to routes out of poverty working within a ‘Think Family’ framework. The Child Poverty Project Manager will strategically lead on the implementation of the Child Poverty Innovation Pilot in Waltham Forest and also to manage and supervise a team of Family Support Advisors
Education & Training Requirements:
· Higher education to degree level or equivalent
· A professional qualification relevant to the post
Interview date: 24 July 2009
Equal Opportunities
Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population.
We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace.
The Council is committed to meeting its 4 strategic outcomes contained in its Corporate Equality Plan:
• Promoting equality of opportunity
• Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage
• Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels
• Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent services to all.
Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.
For more information please visit: http://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/index/social.htm
