Family Navigator - 2420, Wiltshire

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 through delivering 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

Welcome to Spurgeons Wiltshire Family Hub, where families come first. We're dedicated to supporting families and young people from early years to young adulthood. Our comprehensive services include personalised one-on-one support, dynamic parenting advice and groups, assistance with accessing vital statutory and community services. We also have a digital family hub available 24/7. What sets us apart is our amazing team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference. We provide compassionate guidance, while connecting families with essential resources, and champion their well-being. Together, we're building stronger, more resilient communities, one family at a time.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join our dynamic team as a Family Navigator in the Wiltshire Family Hub, where every interaction counts and every step forward marks positive change. As a Family Navigator, you'll be at the forefront of building resilient communities, providing compassionate support, and guiding families toward brighter futures. Your role will involve acting as a frontline presence in flagship family hub buildings and other identified locations such as local libraries, being the face of the Wiltshire Family Hub offering guidance and assistance to families, children, and young people.  You will also help us to develop stronger local partnerships with schools, early years settings, and community organisations to enhance the support network available to families. This is a full-time vacancy. However, we would consider a potential job share with 2x 22.5 hour per week roles. 

ABOUT YOU

Join our dynamic team at Wiltshire Family Hub, where every interaction counts and every step forward marks positive change. We're seeking individuals who are adaptable, collaborative, and confident, with a creative and enterprising mindset. Independence and a drive to seek information are essential, along with excellent listening skills and a persistent approach to problem-solving. Your personable nature and quality-driven mindset will ensure compassionate and effective support for all. Experience in family support, youth work, community navigation, or a similar role is essential. You should also have experience in community outreach or engagement activities, building relationships with families and local organisations, and collaborating with local support services and community organisations. Experience in measuring and evaluating the outcomes of family support interventions is also advantageous. If you're a self-motivated team player ready to make a real difference in the lives of families, we invite you to join our dedicated team at the Wiltshire Family Hub.

BENEFITS

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

Closing date: 22nd September 2024

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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.