Programme Worker
Programme Worker
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Job Description
Salary: 25000 per annum pro rata
Location: Scotland based. This role will predominantly be working from home however will require travel to Glasgow for specific events.
Contract/Hours: Fixed term contract until March 2026 (with possibility of extension) / Part Time 12 hours per week (likely split over 2 days but we are flexible with hours and days to be discussed at interview)
Closing date for applications is midnight on 18th September and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 29th September
Benefits:
29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave
Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities
Flexible maternity adoption and paternity packages
Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover
Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15000 national retailers discounts.
A bit about the role
One of our key programmes is Roots of Empathy a world-renowned social-emotional learning programme delivered in classrooms. Here children learn empathy and reduce aggression by observing and reflecting on the emotions of a visiting baby and parent guided by a trained Instructor. Using the infant as a Teacher children develop a deeper understanding of feelings relationships and social cues.
The impact is powerful: children develop empathy reduce bullying and aggression and show increased caring and prosocial behaviour. They grow in confidence communication and social-emotional competenceskills that support not only their early years but also their lifelong well-being.
Applicants must have previous experience of delivering Roots of Empathy as they will be assisting the programme manager in all aspects of expanding and rolling out the programme to all local authorities across Scotland.
How youll help to create brighter futures
Some key responsibilities for the Programme Worker role are;
Facilitating engaging lessons using the provided Roots of Empathy curriculum.
Guiding children in recognising feelings in themselves and others.
Creating safe inclusive spaces where children feel confident to share reflect and learn.
Building positive relationships with families teachers and school staff
Being responsible for day-to-day resource planning to ensure high quality services are delivered.
Retaining accurate and contemporaneous records using various IT systems to capture case details outputs and outcomes as necessary and to produce written reports and present these as necessary.
Guiding or directing colleagues and volunteers where necessary.
Ensuring familiarity and compliance with relevant Action for Children policies and procedures.
Contributing to programme evaluation.
Contribute to the co-ordination and planning of Roots of Empathy training throughout the year.
Lets talk about you
- Proven experience delivering the Roots of Empathy programme.
- Experience of working with disadvantaged families and children.
- Experience of delivering creative programmes/solutions.
- Experience of working within and across local communities.
- Experience working with microsoft and outlook systems.
Vulnerable children in the UK need your help
Wherever you work in the Action for Children family youll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.
Last year we helped more than 670000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood and the foundations they need to thrive.
Why Action for Children
Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. Its the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that when we work together we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable childrens lives.
Good to know
Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for thisrole.
Contact:Laura McCarthy atquoting reference 11891
Diversity equality and inclusion
At Action for Children were dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace.
Weactivelyencourageapplications from Black Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under-represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children.
Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
