We are offering an exciting permanent post of Assistant Early Help Practitioner in the Parenting Assessment and Family Time Team (PAFT). The role is on a full time basis (37 hours per week) working in accordance with our flexible working policy including the option of home working in line with operational commitments and line manager approval.
The team and post are based at The Grange Children’s Centre, Eckington in North-East Derbyshire and Bolsover Locality and are co-located with our Social Care colleagues.
The successful applicant will undertake professional practice within a designated area of service, planning, managing and supporting Family Time Sessions (Contact) and completion of the supporting administration whilst also supporting the Early Help Practitioners in the team.
The role includes assisting the Early Help Senior Practitioner (line manager) in the efficient and effective delivery of Children’s Services Early Help Service, demonstrating and championing evidence-based practice. You will apply Derbyshire’s operating model into all Early Help practice in order to improve outcomes for children, young people and families.
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.
Application forms can be returned via email attachment to jobs@derbyshire.gov.uk or a hard copy can be sent to Derbyshire County Council, Recruitment Section, John Hadfield House, Dale Road, Matlock, DE4 3RD.
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.