Project Facilitator, Rochester - 2458

Spurgeons is one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support vulnerable children and their families. We deliver projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face. We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our team to help us achieve those goals.

ABOUT US

Our dynamic and committed team spearheads cutting-edge interventions and pioneering initiatives centred on rehabilitation, support, and empowerment. We're deeply dedicated to delivering impactful interventions both within prisons and in the community. With a proud legacy of transformative initiatives, Spurgeons Prison Services leads the charge in pioneering programmes aimed at breaking cycles of reoffending and fostering successful reintegration into society.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering our Boys2men and girls interventions (SPROUT Project) to children and young people with precision and care. Your focus will be on nurturing their self-awareness, boosting their confidence, and fostering their active participation by encouraging exploration of their values and beliefs. You'll play a key role in shaping our services by involving young people in its design and supporting them in evaluating its impact on their lives. Collaborating closely with young people and their families, you'll identify their priorities, support needs, and goals. Your expertise will be pivotal in developing and implementing strategies to meet these objectives, using assessment and monitoring tools to inspire and motivate progress. You'll work hand in hand with other agencies to assess needs, provide support, and promote seamless multi-disciplinary workflows. Ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures, as well as maintaining vigilance for health and safety measures, will be integral aspects of your role. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the development of presentations and deliver them within the community, further extending our reach and impact. Please note, this role is a fixed term position until 31st July 2025.

ABOUT YOU

Join our innovative team, where excellence is not just a goal but a way of life. With a desirable NVQ 3 under your belt, you'll bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to the table. Your outstanding interpersonal and communication skills will be key as you navigate through our dynamic environment, effectively persuading and communicating to gain commitment, confidence, and compliance. Responsive to both direction and challenge, you thrive in an atmosphere of growth and adaptation. Proficient in IT and well-versed in child development, you understand the impact of issues such as domestic violence, substance misuse, and parental mental health on children. Your organisational prowess and impeccable time management ensure that no detail is overlooked. Experience is your ally, whether it's delivering impactful 1-2-1 sessions or leading engaging group sessions. You have a proven track record of working with children, young people, and families, particularly those at risk of offending. Your deep empathy and listening skills make you approachable and dependable, qualities that shine through in your proactive and quality-driven approach. You're not just a team member; you're a team player in the truest sense. Committed, confident, and driven, you understand the importance of collaboration in achieving our shared goals. With your adaptability and dynamism, you'll make a lasting impact on our mission to support families affected by imprisonment and to empower those in our care.

BENEFITS

• Continuous professional development
• Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
• In house learning platform
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date: 17th November 2024 

Shortlisting date: 25th November 2024

Interview date: 9th December 2024

Please click here to view more details in the Job Description/Person Specification.

Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications

If you want to find out more about working at Spurgeons please visit our website 

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people we serve. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure. 

Spurgeons aim to be a Living Wage Employer. 

We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.