- Advertised from 7th May 2020
- 35 hours per week
- CFS20/26
Role
This is an exciting opportunity to provide strategic and operational leadership for Children 1st in South Ayrshire.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about doing the right thing for children with an in-depth understanding and experience of operational management of services in the field of child care, child wellbeing, child protection, and trauma sensitive family support. With a proven track record as a leader, you will bring service development experience and an ability to operate at a strategic level.
The post holder will drive the development and reach of our trauma sensitive supports for children, young people and families in Girvan, Maybole and the surrounding villages. Building on our existing presence in South Ayrshire and seeking new partnerships, the post holder will ensure that Children 1st play a key strategic role in the planning and design of service delivery ensuring a high quality and creative range of supports to best meet the needs of children. The successful candidate will work alongside our senior leaders to identify new opportunities, partnerships and innovations in line with key strategic priorities and the needs of the children and families we support.
This is a permanent, full time post of 35 hours per week
Application notes
Closing Date: Monday 25 May 2020. It is anticipated that interviews will take place week commencing 08 June 2020.
For further information and to apply, please visit children1st.org.uk/who-we-are/about-children-1st/jobs/service-manager-south-ayrshire
The selection process will include seeking PVG Scheme information.
Children 1st is the working name of the Royal Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children.
Registered Charity No: SC 016092
Children`s Rights and Resource Worker – Safeguarders Panel Team
- Part time
- £26,977 – £31,576 pro-rata
- Base to be negotiated
- Closing 29th May 2020
We are looking for a relational, child-centred, and motivated individual to be part of an effective team that supports and monitors Safeguarders, works with partner agencies and delivers all other operational tasks associated with Safeguarder appointments.
The Safeguarders Panel Team at Children 1st is now established as an integral feature of the Children’s Hearing landscape. We have recently been successful in winning the new contract for the Safeguarder’s Panel Team until at least June 2022 (potentially 2024). Children 1st is contracted by Scottish Government to assist Scottish Ministers with the management, operation and monitoring of the national Safeguarders Panel.
The role of the Children`s Rights and Resource Worker is to work with Safeguarder Panel team colleagues and Safeguarders to embed a children`s rights approach throughout all elements of the service.
You will:
· Support the development and design of resources and guidance e.g. leaflets, communication and website resources.
· Input into training and learning and development opportunities for staff and Safeguarders e.g. engaging and communicating with children.
· Source resources and activities which can be used by Safeguarders in their work with children and young people.
· Support children, young people and families to provide feedback and views about their experiences.
Safeguarders are located across all areas of Scotland and the post will require working out with normal office hours, and potentially travel and overnight stays. However, Children 1st operate a time off in lieu system to accommodate the flexibility required by the role and you will enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement.
This is a part time, 17.5 hour/week fixed term post, starting as soon as possible and funded initially until 30 June 2022.
For further information or questions regarding the post please contact Paula Gaunt-Richardson at paula.gaunt-richardson@children1st.org.uk
Support Manager-Safeguarders Panel Team (2 Posts)
- Full time
- £30,708 – £36,121
- North and West Region
- Closing 29th May 2020
We are looking for relational, child-centred, and motivated individuals to be part of an effective team that supports and monitors Safeguarders, works with partner agencies and delivers all other operational tasks associated with Safeguarder appointments.
The Safeguarders Panel Team at Children 1st is now established as an integral feature of the Children’s Hearing landscape. We have recently been successful in winning the new contract for the Safeguarder’s Panel Team until at least June 2022 (potentially 2024). Children 1st is contracted by Scottish Government to assist Scottish Ministers with the management, operation and monitoring of the national Safeguarders Panel.
In the role of Support Manager, you will work directly with Safeguarders to support them to work to our Practice Standards and contribute to the shared vision of best practice - an excellent, transparent, accountable and respectful service for children and young people.
You must have a working knowledge of the Children’s Hearing System, an understanding of child development and an ability to support people in a challenging role. You will:
· support and monitor a cohort of Safeguarders using our performance and support monitoring framework
· work with other team members to ensure the day to day operation of the service
· build relationships with partners in your region
Safeguarders are located across all areas of Scotland and the post will require working out with normal office hours, and potentially travel and overnight stays. However, Children 1st operate a time off in lieu system to accommodate the flexibility required by the role and you will enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement.
This is a full time, 35-hour/week fixed term post, starting as soon as possible and funded initially until 30 June 2022.
We are looking to recruit one person in the North and one person in the West (base to be negotiated).
For further information or questions regarding the post please contact Paula Gaunt-Richardson at paula.gaunt-richardson@children1st.org.uk
We have the following vacancy for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who welcomes the challenge of being part of an organisation committed to working alongside families and communities to tackle the effects of poverty and disadvantage.
The Finance Manager will manage the finance function of the organisation and provide an accurate and efficient service to all stakeholders, taking an active role in forward planning and decision making within the organisation.
The successful candidate will have experience of producing management accounts, budgets and finance reports using a SAGE accounts system and an understanding of the audit requirements for charities and companies limited by guarantee.
The post requires a commitment to equality of opportunity and human rights.
Stepping Stones for Families strives to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes candidates from all sections of the community.
This is an exciting opportunity to provide operational leadership and develop and maintain positive partnerships with schools and other partners in East Renfrewshire.
Children 1st is looking for someone who is passionate about doing the right thing for children with an in-depth understanding and experience of operational management of services in the fields of child wellbeing, child protection, and trauma sensitive family support. You should also have experience of working in partnership with colleagues from several agencies including schools, social work and health.
The post holder will support Family Wellbeing staff who are connected to schools across East Renfrewshire through day-to-day connection as well as formal support and supervision and professional development. By joining our existing leadership team in East Renfrewshire, the post holder will contribute to the on-going development of our services. The post holder will also manage the relationships and contracts with schools in East Renfrewshire.
