Keyworker - children and families

Job Location	Byker
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	24,799 per annum, pro-rata
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time or part-time

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join a new team at Skills for People, working in new ways, to ensure children / young people who have a learning disability, or are autistic receive the right support, when their mental health means they are at risk ofhospital admission; and to support their families.Hours: negotiable (Full time and part time available). Secondment welcome.Salary: £24,799 p.a. pro rataHome based. Travel within Tyneside, Northumberland, Sunderland, with some attendance at offices in Newcastle upon Tyne.Duration: 31 March 2023 initially, may be extendedAbout you:You will feel passionate about the rights of children, young people and their families; and enjoy working closely with them to ensure they get the support they need. You will need an understanding of education, health and care services, relevant law andguidance, and feel confident about liaising with a wide range of colleagues. You will be comfortable working face to face and virtually. Closing date for applications: 15th April 2022 at 12 noon. Interviews will take place in Newcastle upon Tyne on 18th May2022Please accompany your CV with a letter, telling us why you are applying for this job. Tell us how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the post holder as set out in the person specification to be found on our website (skillsforpeople.org.uk).As well as paid work experience, we are interested to know about any lived and voluntary experience that would help you in this role. Your letter should be no longer than 2 sides of A4, minimum 12pt font and should be Microsoft Word compatible.

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