Children and Family Officer

The role is a 20 hours per week ,18 month position.

Key function: To work with children and young people from the Maghera area who have been disadvantaged as a result of COVID-19. This role will require the successful engagement of children and young people who cannot access support or resources to enable them to complete school work. The candidate will work closely with external agencies for referrals and support for both children and young people, and their families.  This post has been funded by BBC Children in Need.

Key Duties:

To play a positive and proactive role as a member of a small team to ensure the successful implementation of the programme.

To assist staff in the design and delivery of programmes which provide opportunities for children and young people to raise their aspirations, confidence, self-esteem and their ability to learn and grow.

To assist staff in the design and delivery of programmes which support young people to develop leadership qualities and skills.

To contribute to the development of appropriate training materials and resources to assist in the delivery of the programme.

To assist with the development of tailored personal action plans for children and young people and support them in making progress towards those various actions.

To help facilitate sessions with children and young people on relevant issues.

To engage as necessary with other statutory and voluntary sector organisations to enhance the quality and range of opportunities available to children and young people.

To report to the designated line manager with timely reports detailing progress, achievements and outstanding issues.

Other Duties

Participate and contribute to any meetings, forums and events as required by Maghera Cross Community Link, funder, managing agent and line manager.

Any other duties which contribute to a successful and positive programme.

Work to strict deadlines and be available to work outside normal office hours as required.