Gypsy, Roma & Traveller Learning Mentor (Field‑Based)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Taunton; Híbrido; GBP 26 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

28 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

Health and wellbeing support

Paid volunteering opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Somerset Council is recruiting a Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Learning Mentor to work with children, young people and families across Somerset. The role centers on trusted relationships, helping families reach education and community support, and linking communities with public services.

This frontline, travel-based role requires a vehicle and involves home visits, Traveller site visits and regular travel across Somerset. A vehicle is needed and sponsorship is not offered.

Qualificações

• NVQ Level 4 with English and Maths or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with families and diverse communities is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Build trusted relationships with Gypsy, Roma and Traveller families across Somerset
• Help families access education, local authority and community services
• Support children and young people to engage in education
• Work with schools to remove barriers to learning and improve attendance
• Visit families at home, in the community and on Traveller sites
• Travel across Somerset to meet families, schools and partners
• Deliver training and awareness sessions for professionals
• Share knowledge of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller cultures to raise awareness
• Encourage positive relationships between communities and services to create lasting change
• Help improve opportunities and outcomes for children and young people

Conhecimentos

Trust building

Excellent communication

Independent working

Time management

Public services liaison

Formação académica

NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Somerset Council is recruiting a Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Learning Mentor to work with children, young people and families across Somerset. The role centers on trusted relationships, helping families reach education and community support, and linking communities with public services.

This frontline, travel-based role requires a vehicle and involves home visits, Traveller site visits and regular travel across Somerset. A vehicle is needed and sponsorship is not offered.