Position title
Child and Family Co-ordinator
Description

To co-ordinate the delivery of high-quality child and family services across three sites, ensuring effective team support, inclusive programme development, and a strong focus on the wellbeing of staff and clients. This role involves managing small budgets, maintaining safeguarding standards, and fostering a collaborative and engaging working environment.

Job Location
Across all three community cwtch's in Swansea:
Bonymaen Community Cwtch, 122 Mansel RD, Bonymaen SA1 7JR.
Clase Community Cwtch, 1-3 Beaconsview RD, CLASE SA6 7HJ.
Teilo's Community Cwtch, 62 Cheriton Crescent, Portmead SA5 5LA.

Responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Service Coordination and Delivery

  • Work closely with the Project Lead and wider team to support the delivery of Child and Family Work across five sites.
  • Create and manage staff timetables, ensuring adequate session coverage and making adjustments for sickness, annual leave, and absences.
  • "Take responsibility for overseeing and contributing to the upkeep of play settings across three Cwtches and two community venues. Ensure they are well-maintained, with any necessary repairs reported, worn-out toys replaced, and spaces kept safe, welcoming, and fit for purpose."

2. Programme Development

  • Design, implement, and deliver fun, inclusive, and engaging programmes for children and families, particularly during school holidays.
  • Plan activities that maximise experiences and opportunities while staying within budgetary constraints.
  • Actively involve staff in planning, ensuring their voices are heard and their contributions valued.

3. Team Organisation and Motivation

  • To work collaboratively as part of a team to support Child and Family Workers, the ALN Coordinator, and the Community Support Worker, fostering a positive and supportive working environment across the three Cwtches."
  • Promote team growth by identifying areas for improvement and providing opportunities for staff to develop and use their skills.
  • Ensure responsibilities are allocated fairly to create a balanced and positive working experience for all team members.

4. Data and IT Management

  • Use and maintain databases to manage timetables, monitor session attendance, and maintain accurate records.
  • Produce clear, concise reports for the Project Lead to use in reporting to funders and partners.
  • Demonstrate excellent IT skills to support efficient and effective project delivery.

5. Community Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, health visitors, and partner organisations to enhance collaboration and service delivery.
  • Support and participate in community outreach events to strengthen connections and raise awareness of available services.
  • Engage with clients and the wider community to understand their needs and incorporate their feedback into future service planning.

6. Budget and Resource Management

  • Manage small budgets effectively, ensuring resources are used efficiently to deliver high-quality services and varied programmes.
  • Work creatively within budgetary constraints to maximise enjoyment and opportunities for the community.

7. Safeguarding, Health and Safety, and Compliance

  • Ensure all child protection concerns are promptly reported to the Project Lead and Safeguarding Officer, and recorded in line with organisational safeguarding procedures.
  • Take shared responsibility for health and safety, ensuring compliance with relevant policies on- and off-site.
  • Promote equality, inclusion, and diversity across all areas of service delivery.

8. Problem Solving and Adaptability

  • Manage challenging and difficult situations with calmness and empathy, working to resolve issues effectively.
  • Remain solution-focused, adaptable to changing demands, and resilient under pressure.
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

  • Lead with Confidence and Fairness: Take initiative while following guidance from the Project Lead, fostering a positive and supportive environment for staff and clients.
  • Adapt and Organise: Demonstrate excellent organisational skills, particularly in managing complex and evolving timetables.
  • Promote Team Wellbeing: Motivate and encourage the team, ensuring they feel valued and supported.
  • Be Approachable and Fun: Create a welcoming and engaging atmosphere for children, families, and staff.
  • Demonstrate Strong IT Skills: Effectively use databases, monitor project attendance, and produce high-quality reports outlining challenges, achievements, and progress.
  • Engage the Community: Build strong relationships with external partners and promote collaboration.
  • Handle Pressure and Challenges: Stay calm, empathetic, and solution-focused in demanding or challenging situations.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Level 5 CCPLD (Children’s Care, Play, Learning, and Development).
  • Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Level 3 CCPLD.
  • Significant experience working in Health and Social Care or community-based settings, particularly with children and families in communities affected by poverty and deprivation.
Job Benefits

Holiday entitlement that increases with length of service to a maximum of 33 days plus 8 bank holidays (based on full time equivalent of 37 hours per week).
Sickness pay that increases with length of service to a maximum of 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay.
Stakeholder pension scheme, with 7.5% employer contributions.
Learning and Development opportunities.

Employment Type
Part-time
Working Hours
30 Hours Per Week
Base Salary
£26,500 (Pro rata) Per year
Date posted
20 January 2025
Valid through
7 February 2025
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