Community Engagement Coordinator - Family Hubs

Bradford has established a new Children and Families Trust, commissioned by Bradford Council to deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families. This is a unique moment to help shape a new organisation with the energy of a start up and the expertise of a national leadership team, all focused on improving outcomes for Bradford's children. Our vision is simple but ambitious: For all children and young people in Bradford to be safe and able to realise their full potential. Our purpose: To provide high quality services with partners that safeguard, support and promote the welfare of children, young people and families across the district.

About the Role

We are now seeking a committed and motivated Family Hubs Community Engagement Co ordinator to help us deliver high quality, inclusive and impactful services across our localities.

Key Responsibilities Planning & Delivery

Plan, coordinate and quality assure outreach, groups and open access activities across the locality. Develop delivery plans that engage vulnerable, seldom heard and non engaging families. Work with the Hub Manager and partners to assess local needs and measure impact.

Leadership & Supervision

Provide induction, supervision and appraisal to designated staff delivering outreach and open access activities. Oversee workloads, involvements and episodes to ensure families receive timely, appropriate support. Support staff wellbeing and manage HR issues with guidance from HR and service managers.

Partnership & Safeguarding

Work collaboratively with professionals across the locality to deliver tailored activities. Ensure families can be stepped up to Family Support or safeguarding services when required. Understand and work within legal frameworks, policies and procedures relevant to children and families.

Quality & Improvement

Contribute to quality assurance, reporting and practice development. Maintain accurate, up to date case records in line with local and national requirements. Support service planning, review and participation of children and families. Contribute to training, mentoring and supporting students, apprentices and volunteers.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and who brings both experience and leadership potential.

Essential Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent child related qualification).
• NVQ Level 3 considered with significant relevant experience and willingness to work towards Level 4.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).

Essential Experience

• Significant recent experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families.
• Experience supervising staff, students or volunteers.
• Experience delivering community engagement activities.
• Ability to communicate fluently and confidently with members of the public.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave - 31 days rising to 34 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Excellent Local Government pension.
• Family friendly policies and enhanced parental leave.
• Health & wellbeing support, including Occupational Health and counselling.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• We are a National Living Wage employer.

Bradford Children and Families Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.