Local Government Jobs

The Redditch Sure Start Children’s Centres are part of the Government’s strategy to improve support for families and children. Redditch has 6 children Centres in total and our vision is that:

Redditch Children’s Centres will work together with families, local communities and partner organisations to inspire, empower and provide the best possible opportunities for all parents to be, families and children in our community.

The following post will provide an excellent and exciting opportunity to join a team in developing services that will make a real difference to the lives of young children and their families.

CHILDREN’S CENTRES SUPPORT WORKER
Post ref: 70/023
£19,621 – £21,519 per annum, pro rata
18 hours per week
Subject to Job Evaluation

The successful applicant will be required to give practical help and early intervention support to families with pre-school children in their homes, community and at Children’s Centres. The role also includes the planning and provision of high quality Children’s Centre groups and activities.

You will need to have excellent communication skills to work in partnership with families and partner agencies and to share the Children’s Centre vision. For this post, you will need a relevant NVQ Level 3.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12 noon, Tuesday 6th April 2010. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 21st April 2010.

If you require further information please contact Louise Langston, Children’s Centres Operational Manager on 01527 61360.

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Criminal Records Bureau, before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions.