Team Support Worker (0-25 Disability Service Transitions Team)

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Peterborough City Council 0-25 Disability Service Transitions Team as a Team Support Worker on a part time, permanent contract of 18.5hrs per week.
We are looking for a Team Support Worker to work with children and young adults who have complex disabilities and needs, within our specialist service. This is an amazing opportunity to be part of the ever-growing service with people who are passionate about supporting children and vulnerable adults with varying complexities, offering support and guidance during period of crisis.
The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of supporting people who are undergoing Transitions from children to adults, Experience and/or knowledge of The Children’s Act 1989 and The Care Act 2014, 0 -25 Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND Agenda) Community Support and assisting families to access activities and services, Advice and advocating. The successful candidate will need to be able to travel independently between locations including out of county areas on occasions.
In return we can offer-
A competitive salary
Agile working
Bespoke training and career progression opportunities
Working as part of a supportive and compassionate team with a great sense of community.
We offer an in-depth induction alongside ongoing training, development and support.
This role offers autonomy around where you work from, arranging your agile day and planning with families. Guidance and support from the Line manager and the whole team at any point if and when required.
The 0-25 Disability Service works hard to maintain a respectful, genuine, dedicated, collaborative environment and values each member’s view.
We welcome all applications from candidates who are keen to be a part of your service even if you feel you meet some of the criteria, and we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Peterborough and want our workforce to reflect this diversity, which we believe is beneficial for our employees, the organisation and the communities we serve.
Please contact the Team Manager, Patronella Kapora at patronella.kapora@peterborough.gov.uk for more information.