Family Support Lead

The Family Support Lead is a new role developed to embed our family centred practice into the heart of everything we do. Working flexibly across the week the successful candidate will be delivering support within groups, in the home and in the wider community, helping us to extend our reach to currently unsupported families and raising awareness of our work.

Working with the Head of Family Service and Operations and Head of Development the role will develop the Specialist Worker team to deliver high quality family support. Working closely with local stakeholders (including but not limited to schools, family hubs, social care, health and other voluntary sector organisations), the wider Playskill team and families, this role will deliver family-centred practice and ensure positive outcomes for families. 

We are looking for someone who has an understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and the challenges of navigating the education, welfare and health systems. They will need to understand the needs of families and be able to work collaboratively.

You must be able to develop strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. As a self-starter, you will be able to use your own initiative, problem solve and prioritise, with good planning and organisational skills. You will be expected to manage your weekly diary ensuring you are offering timely, quality support across our sites and within the community. You will be expected to have a positive, resilient attitude, be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and be flexible and adaptable.

All employees will be expected to make a commitment to Playskill’s core values of Respect, Compassion, Collaboration, Whole Family and Support.

What we can offer you

• Wellbeing support

• Supportive colleagues

• Pension

Diversity statement: 

Playskill is an equal opportunities employer and has a high number of team with caring responsibilities and is keen to encourage applicants from a diverse number of backgrounds.

Safeguarding statement:  

Playskill is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Playskill has a full safeguarding policy and expects all staff to undergo safeguarding training.   

Closing Date:  5pm, Friday 7th March 2025.

Interview date: w/c Thursday 13th March 2025.

Interview location: Hemel Hempstead

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