East Riding of Yorkshire Council

The job itself The East Riding of Yorkshire Council is looking for a qualified and experienced Rehabilitation Officer Visual Impaired (ROVI) to join our dynamic Sensory Impairment service based in the Disability Resource Team. As a Rehabilitation Officer you will be required to use a strength based approach to assess residents of East Riding who have a visual impairment and dual sensory loss in their own homes. We work using a blended approach enabling you to work from home, drop in hubs and the office. You will be based in the historic town of Beverley and provide services across the scenic county of the East Riding of Yorkshire with its rolling hills and coastal towns. Collaboratively you will identify outcomes with the service user that offer choice, promote safety awareness, confidence and independence in everyday activities in their communities. This may involve the provision and education of equipment, low level vision training, rehabilitation training in mobility, orientation and daily living skills. You will offer specialist advice, information and support to service users, carers and associated professionals, actively fostering good partnerships with community and voluntary agencies using innovative solutions to promote independence and wellbeing. You should have a good knowledge of relevant legislation and local authority responsibilities in the safeguarding of vulnerable adults. In addition, good communication, decision making and time management skills are essential in order to provide a professional, knowledgeable and confident service delivery. This post is based within the Disability Resource Team and you will be part of that team, working with Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapist Assistants. On a wider level, you will be a member of the wider Adult Services Directorate and work with Social Workers and non-registered staff as required. You will have access to training and development opportunities to support your Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and will receive regular supervision and Employee Development Reviews to support you in your career development. The East Riding of Yorkshire is a rural county of 1000sq miles therefore it is essential that the successful candidates are able to travel across the whole of the county.

A regional council in the UK is seeking a highly experienced ERSCP Multi-agency Quality Assurance Practice Lead to oversee the quality assurance framework for safeguarding children in East Riding. This role involves developing audits, collaborating with partner agencies, and presenting findings to enhance multi-agency practices to protect children and young people. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, analytical skills, and extensive experience in safeguarding and quality assurance processes. This is a permanent position offering significant responsibility within a dedicated team.

The job itself ERSCP Multi-agency Quality Assurance Practice Lead The East Riding Safeguarding Children Partnership (ERSCP) currently has a new and exciting opportunity for a highly experienced lead practitioner to join the ERSCP Business Unit as the ERSCP Multi-agency Quality Assurance Practice Lead. The post has a key role in helping to evaluate the effectiveness of the Multi-Agency Safeguarding arrangements to protect and promote the wellbeing of children and young people in the East Riding of Yorkshire. The post holder will report to the ERSCP Business Unit Manager. The ERSCP Business Unit is hosted within the Children Young People Support & Safeguarding Services (CYPSSS). This is a permanent post. The Job itself: The post holder will support the ERSCP Business Unit Manager and Partners to ensure that there are effective multi-agency safeguarding arrangements in place within the East Riding as determined by legislation, and national and local guidance including the Children Acts (1989, 2004) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). The post holder must be committed to safeguarding and promote the welfare of children, young people, and adults, raising concerns as appropriate. Day-to-day duties: The post holder will support the ERSCP Strategic Delivery Group to deliver and monitor performance on the priorities and actions set out in the ERSCP Business Plan, Scrutiny, Assurance, Learning and Improvement Framework (SALI). The role is varied, and the post holder will: Develop and embed the audit and quality assurance framework across the ERSCP. Lead and undertake quality assurance and audit activity across the ERSCP to quality assure and monitor the effectiveness and impact of the multiagency safeguarding arrangements for children in the East Riding. Support partner agencies to undertake single agency self-assessment and benchmarking exercises to evaluate their agencies progress, embed good practice and evidence impact and outcome aimed at enhancing multi-agency safeguarding practice. Co-ordinate and evaluate Safeguarding Partners and Relevant Agency adherence in discharging their duties under s11 of the Children Act 2004 or s175 and s157 of the Education Act 2002. Collate and analyse findings from ERSCP findings from ERSCP quality assurance and audit activity to identify learning including themes, trends, practice gaps and challenges within the multiagency practice system. Triangulate findings with local and national performance data to and formulate potential solutions which Partners can consider in mitigation. Prepare and present regular audit outcome reports and recommendations to the ERSCP and other Boards as required. Create, manage and evaluate multiagency action plans to address learning identified in all ERSCP quality assurance, audit, and reviews. Undertake Rapid Reviews and Local child safeguarding practice reviews in accordance with the statutory guidance from the National Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel and Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023. Cascade learning from audit activity, through webinars, Learning from Audit Briefings and Seven Minute Briefing to support improvement in Multi-agency Safeguarding Practice. Work closely with partner organisations, including faith, voluntary and community sector to support, promote and advise on safeguarding standards. Ensure that the voice of children and families is considered as part of the scrutiny, quality assurance activity and that their direct feedback informs policy and practice improvement. Lead preparation for independent scrutiny, peer reviews, external audits and inspections including Ofsted and JTAI Act as project lead on safeguarding initiatives, facilitating short term 'Task and Finish' Groups to take forward priority safeguarding projects as determined by the ERSCP Business Unit Manager. Play a lead role in raising awareness of the role of the East Riding Safeguarding Children Partnership and the role of professionals and the public in ensuring that 'Safeguarding is Everyone's Business.

A local government entity is seeking a Family Help Practitioner to join their supportive team in Bridlington, England. The role involves coordinating support for families with complex needs, conducting assessments, and delivering evidence-based interventions. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and experience in working with children and families to ensure impactful outcomes. The position values flexibility and a commitment to professional development, with four roles available offering varying hours, including permanent and fixed-term contracts.

The job itself Join Our Team as a Family Help Practitioner Are you committed to making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Do you want to be part of a service that puts early intervention, relationships, and strengths-based practice at the heart of everything we do? We're looking for a Family Help Practitioner to join our dynamic and supportive team in East Riding of Yorkshire Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work directly with families who have complex and interacting needs, helping them to build resilience, achieve positive change, and reduce the need for statutory intervention. About the Role As a Family Help Practitioner, you'll: Be the lead professional for families, coordinating multi agency support. Undertake whole family assessments and develop outcome focused support plans. Deliver a range of evidence based interventions, including parenting programmes. Work flexibly across community settings, including homes, schools, and Children's Centres. Promote trauma informed practice and ensure the voice of the child is central to all work. Support innovation and continuous improvement within the service. This is a frontline role where your ability to build trust, work collaboratively, and deliver impactful support will be key to achieving better outcomes for children and families. What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who: Holds an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Has experience working with children and families to deliver preventative interventions. Understands the social and economic challenges that affect family outcomes. Can lead and coordinate multi agency support and assessments. Has strong communication, time management, and partnership working skills. Is flexible, values driven, and committed to continuous professional development. Holds a full driving licence and has access to a vehicle. Why Join Us? Be part of a service aligned with national reforms and the Best Start for Life vision. Work in a supportive, inclusive, and forward thinking environment. Access ongoing professional development and champion roles within the team. Help shape the future of Family Help in East Riding. Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that puts children and families first. We have four positions available: 1 x 18.5 hours permanent 2 x 37 hours permanent 1 x 37 hours fixed term for 2.5 years