Young People's Opportunity and Involvement Worker

Young People's Opportunity and Involvement Worker (Ref: TBC)

In October 2022 Darlington' Children's Services were graded Good by Ofsted and this is what they said. 'Staff are attracted to working in Darlington because of the benefits of the relational practice model and the positive workforce culture'. 'Workers in Darlington are extremely committed to the local authority and feel valued by senior leaders. Social workers we spoke to describe an environment where they feel confident and supported by their managers to make decisions. They feel cared about and supported by them.' 'There is a strong focus on ensuring that workers have access to a range of good-quality and up-to-date training and development opportunities. Training has informed and enhanced the quality of relational social work practice.' We are looking for a person who is committed to seek the voice of children and care leavers so we can continue to evolve our service delivery in consultation, to improve and enhance the services we provide to our Looked after children. For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. What’s in it for you? You will benefit from working in a compact Borough where managing a caseload is not hindered by travel, giving you more time with children and families. You will have access to regular training, reflective supervision and support from senior managers. We have a strong commitment to professional development throughout all our Children’s Service areas, with a training programme that is workforce-led with strong links to supervision, appraisal and audit. Our refreshed progression model further compliments personal and professional growth, with a structure that optimises succession planning into management roles. We support and encourage involvement throughout all areas, with regular opportunities readily available through a range of forums, which also focus on building resilience and well-being. We are progressive and forward thinking and it is an ideal time to join us within a modern and dynamic service that supports our children to thrive. In addition, the Council offers the following benefits: 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional leave Generous pension scheme Green car salary sacrifice scheme Physiotherapy service Free confidential counselling service Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave schemes Great wellbeing offer Dolphin Centre Fit for Life discounts Arriva Employee Travel Club For information on all of the benefits we offer, please see our total reward booklet https://www.darlington.gov.uk/media/16573/total-reward-booklet.pdf If you would like to discuss the post further please contact myself Kevin Richards, Service Manager, on 01325 406598 or 07387241841 Interviews to be held W/C 17th July