Senior Practitioner - UK Resettlement Scheme

North Somerset Council; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Practitioner in the North Somerset Family Wellbeing Team, focusing on the UK Resettlement Scheme. This role is pivotal in supporting refugees from Syria, Afghanistan, and Ukraine, where you will engage with various stakeholders to facilitate effective resettlement in the community. The position offers a fixed term for 12 months, providing a chance to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a relevant NVQ qualification.

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ level 3 or 4 or equivalent.
• Capable of working in a multi-agency environment.
• Passion for finding solutions and up for challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of the Resettlement Scheme.
• Liaise with local government and partner organizations.
• Support families and individuals from resettlement programs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Organization skills

Flexibility

Engagement and support

Education

NVQ level 3 or 4 or equivalent qualifications

Job description

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Senior Practitioner - UK Resettlement Scheme, Weston-super-Mare

Location: Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ed4bfdb49525

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity in the North Somerset Family Wellbeing Team for a Senior Practitioner within the United Kingdom Resettlement Team.

This post is currently fixed term for 12 months, but may be extended subject to continuation of government funding.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Practitioner to assist in the delivery of the North Somerset Council United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme. This role will support the Local Authority in relation to individuals/families on the Government Resettlement programmes from Syria, Afghanistan, and Ukraine, as part of the government programme that has sought support from all UK Local Authorities to resettle refugees to assist with this global humanitarian crisis.

Supporting the families and individuals will involve liaising and working in partnership with local government, professional partners, voluntary groups, and charities, developing plans for resettlement within our communities.

You should be well organized with effective communication skills both verbally and in writing. Have the ability to coach and mentor colleagues within the team. You will also be prepared to be flexible to achieve the outcomes of this scheme. The ability to engage and support colleagues, families, individuals, and partner agencies to understand the challenges faced by refugees is essential.

This is a full-time post and is offered on a fixed-term contract initially for 12 months with the possibility to extend.

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or an alternative suitable method of travel, is an essential condition for this role.

This position is based at the Town Hall in Weston Super Mare.

About you

You should be a highly effective individual, able to work confidently alone or as an effective member of a team within a multiagency environment. You must also have a passion for finding solutions, be up for a challenge, and be prepared to try different ways of working to get results. Applicants need to have an NVQ level 3 or 4 or equivalent qualifications.

The post may require some evening and occasional weekend work.