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Corporate Parenting Coordinator

Employer:NE Lincolnshire Council

Reference:D149

Published:Thu 18/03/2010 16:00 PM

Closing date:Wed 07/04/2010 23:00 PM

Working pattern:Full Time, Permanent position

Hours:18.5 hours per week

Salary:£33,661

CRB check:Enhanced

Location:Freeman House Freeman Street Grimsby DN32 7AU

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We are seeking to appoint an individual with drive and enthusiasm to take on the role of Corporate Parenting Coordinator.
This post aims to improve outcomes for children in care and care leavers

“As the corporate parent of children in care the State has a special responsibility for their well-being. Like any good parent, it should put its own children first. That means being a powerful advocate for them to receive the best of everything and helping children to make a success of their lives”( DfES 2006)

The post holder will play a pivotal role in driving forward the Council’s Corporate Parenting Strategy. Influencing policies and practice to ensure that Corporate parenting responsibilities are clearly outlined and the life chances of children in care are focussed on their needs and aspirations.

For further information please contact Jill Alderson, Service Manager on 325464 or Helen Knights, Head of Commissioning and Business Improvement Service on 326951

Equal Opportunities

North East Lincolnshire Council is an equal opportunities employer. It is the Policy of this Council to provide and ensure equal opportunities in the fields of recruitment, employment, training, promotion and job security irrespective of any characteristics which may place an applicant in any minority or disadvantaged group or groups.