Advocacy Support Worker

Advocacy Support Worker
Fixed term, part time (18.5 hours per week)
JNC 7-10, Salary £18,267 - £20,269 pro rata

This is an exciting new role within Rutland as the lead for the ‘voice' of all children and especially our children and young people looked after and leaving care. Knowledge and experience of working with lots of services and the ability to support children and young people from a diverse range of backgrounds is an advantage. You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills with both young people and adults and the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. Evening and weekend work is required.

Successful applicants for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Closing date for both posts: 10th October 2016
Interview date: To be confirmed

Please visit our website at www.rutland.gov.uk to apply online, and to find out more about what we do. Alternatively, email: recruitment@rutland.gov.uk
or call 01572 722577 for an application pack. Please be advised we do not accept CV's.

Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and
Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.