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Cardiff Parenting 0-18 - Cardiff Family Advice and Support : Cardiff Family Advice and Support (cardifffamilies.co.uk)
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Staff who currently work within the team say ' It's great being part of a supportive team, who work amazingly well together and are always there for each other'
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intoworkadviceservice@cardiff.gov.ukAbout the jobWe are seeking to appoint a Senior Parenting Practitioner, who will deliver a menu of Parenting Programmes for the Cardiff Parenting 0-18 service across Cardiff. The successful candidate will provide parenting interventions on a group basis and also, where necessary, on a one to one basis with service users in their home. The Senior Parenting Practitioner is responsible for:
- providing support and supervision to the Parenting Practitioners in the delivery of a range of parenting programmes and in the leading of creche provision.
- supporting the Area Team Leader in the effective coordination and delivery, monitoring and evaluation of parenting programmes across Cardiff - training in the relevant parenting programmes will be given.
We take the welfare of our staff seriously and strive to always create a positive working environment ensuring that our amazing workforce feel respected and valued.
Here are some examples of how we try and achieve this:
- A generous annual leave entitlement.
- Access to the Cardiff & Vale of Glamorgan Pension Fund which is part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering a reputable, secure and flexible pension plan.
- Guaranteed access to further Training & Development to give you the opportunity advance your career with us.
- Access to employee equality networks for support, guidance and socialising (these networks include the Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic Network, Carers Network, Disability Network, LGBT Network & the Women's Network).
- Access to comprehensive employee wellbeing support.
- Access to the MyAdvantages Employee Benefits Platform (which includes access to the Council's Cycle to Work Scheme and exclusive discounts at retailers such as Asda, Tesco & Ikea).
What We Are Looking For From YouThe post holder will demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver a range of parenting programmes that enhance positive parenting skills and nurture and support the child's/young person's development and wellbeing. The post holder may work with service users who are experiencing challenge and trauma so will need to have a non-judgemental approach, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
Candidates will monitor and motivate team performance, taking action to address performance not on target and carry out regular supervisions to ensure that staff feel supported in their role and have opportunities for development.
The post holder will receive and need to problem solve and respond appropriately to, disclosures from service users concerning vulnerable children and/or adults, child protection and/or domestic abuse. Seeking support and advice from the Area Team Leader to efficiently follow protocols and procedures as necessary.
A clean driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential, as the role requires travel across all areas of the city.
The ability to speak other languages, in particular Welsh alongside other community languages would be an advantage.
When applying please make reference to how you meet the essential criteria of the attached Person Specification.
Additional informationIf you would like more information, please contact the team manager Robina Woodfield on 07970642561
This job is temporary until 31st March 2026 in order to backfill a secondment period.
Internal candidates who wish to apply for this position on a secondment basis must obtain approval prior to application using Form SEC1 (4.C.081). Requests may only be approved by the relevant Director/ Assistant Director/ Chief Officer or senior nominated officer graded no lower than OM2 or in the case of schools based staff the Headteacher / Governing Body.
These posts are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
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We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website :
Important information you need read in order to complete your application: -
- Application Guidance
- Applying for jobs with us
- Behavioural Competency Framework
Additional Information: -
- Recruitment Pack
- Employee Charter
- Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
- Privacy Notice
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- Job Description & Person Specification
