Advocacy, Advice and Guidance Practitioner

UKundwork London; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in London is seeking an Advocacy, Advice and Guidance Practitioner to empower fathers to improve their parenting skills and access support services. The role focuses on enhancing family connections, reducing conflict, and supporting young fathers in navigating mental health resources. Relevant experience and understanding of familial support challenges are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in advocacy roles relating to family support.
• Knowledge of available support services for fathers.
• Understanding barriers faced by fathers in access to mental health support.

Responsibilities

• Support young fathers in gaining confidence as parents.
• Advocate for fathers' access to support services.
• Improve family functioning and reduce parental conflict.

Skills

Advocacy experience

Knowledge of support services

Understanding of mental health barriers

Job description

Are you passionate about empowering fathers to advocate for themselves, build stronger family connections, and improve their support pathways? The Nest is looking for an Advocacy, Advice and Guidance Practitioner to support young fathers in becoming more confident parents, improving family functioning, and reducing parental conflict.

The Nest is Groundwork London's mental wellbeing support service for young people aged 0 - 25 living in the London Borough of Southwark. Since launching as a remote service in May 2020, The Nest has grown significantly. As we enter our fourth year, we will be delivering an additional service funded by the VRU to improve outcomes for fathers based in Southwark, Lambeth, and Tower Hamlets.

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Committed to supporting fathers in improving their access to support services and advocating for themselves by gaining more knowledge about family-related support procedures.
• Experienced in advocacy roles with good knowledge of support services available to fathers in Southwark, Tower Hamlets, and Lambeth.
• Knowledgeable about and understanding of the barriers fathers face when accessing mental health support and advocacy for family-related matters.

Groundwork London is a Disability Confident employer. We encourage applicants with disabilities to apply and will offer an interview to any candidate who declares a disability and meets the minimum job criteria.

Groundwork London works with communities across the capital to transform lives and improve local environments. With over 25 years of experience, our mission is to create better places, enhance people's prospects, and promote greener living and working. We aim for vibrant, green neighborhoods, strong communities, and equal opportunities for all, regardless of background or circumstances.