Social Care Programme Officer x2

National Children's Bureau (NCB); London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Children's Bureau (NCB) is hiring two Social Care Programme Officers to enhance children's social care initiatives. This permanent, full-time position offers a unique opportunity to drive transformation for looked-after young people, with a focus on collaborative training and policy influence alongside a supportive team.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

3 additional days for Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in children’s social care practice.
• Motivated and confident in developing resources.
• Passionate about social care and able to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support operational delivery of projects related to disabled children and social care policy.
• Develop resources for training activities.
• Facilitate group learning and training for professionals.

Skills

Communication

IT skills

Writing skills

Facilitation

Adaptability

Job description

Advertising reference: 2342

Position Title: Social Care Programme Officer X2

Location: London Fields (NCB promotes a hybrid, flexible way of working. Staff can work remotely for part of the week if they wish and in the office or face-to-face for 2 days per week)

Status: Full Time (35 hours), Permanent

Salary: £34,620. Other benefits include 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (and an additional 3 days leave for Christmas org-wide shut down).

For 60 years, the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.

We are seeking two Social Care Programme Officers to support our programmes across children’s social care. This role offers an opportunity to be involved in national transformation initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for looked-after young people and those leaving care, with a focus on regulating supported accommodation for 16 and 17-year-olds.

The ideal candidates will have experience or interest in children’s social care practice. They should be motivated, confident in developing resources for various engagement and training activities, and skilled in facilitating group learning and co-facilitating training for professionals.

Excellent communication, IT, and writing skills are essential. Candidates should be passionate, interested in social care, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities include supporting the operational delivery of projects related to disabled children, those with Special Educational Needs, and broader social care policy and practice. Opportunities exist to participate in networks and influence social care policy and practice through collaboration with colleagues and partners.

To apply, please complete and email the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form, quoting the job title and reference number. CVs will not be accepted.

Interviews are scheduled for Thursday, 7th September 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NCB is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds, including Black, Asian, minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and male candidates, to enhance workforce diversity and better serve communities.