Job Information
At Northumberland County Council we are proud of our employees, who are passionate and committed to improving outcomes for our children and young people.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced worker to deliver our participation work assisting children and young people in Northumberland. This will include children and young people who are cared for, have special educational needs and disabilities or are involved with Social Care including Early Help. The successful applicant will have a commitment to raising the voice of the child ensuring that they are heard in every aspect of their lives. The post involves delivering structured group and individual sessions with young people as well as advocating on their behalf.
For a more comprehensive overview of the role please read the attached job description and person specification.
You will be required to bring enthusiasm and dedication and in return we can provide you with the opportunity to join a progressive and innovative organisation which values its employees and provides opportunities to contribute to an effective multi agency ethos.
This is an exciting time to join Northumberland Children’s Services as we continue to develop and increasing our Participation Team.
Please note, interviews will be on 25th April at County Hall.
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
To see all our excellent benefits and perks, please click here.
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Further information
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
