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<h4>Our Vacancy</h4>If you have experience of working within Care &amp; Support, supporting vulnerable adults, we have the role for you.As a Care Support Worker, you’ll support people to live well, be independent and connected to their own community. You’ll be kind and compassionate and a strong advocate for the people you support. You’ll be empathetic and non-judgemental and a professional operator with strong relationship-building skills. You’ll enjoy promoting positive joint working between relatives, other departments and partners.At Peabody, our purpose is to help people flourish. Here are just a few of the benefits for you working at Peabody:<ul><li>Up to 25 days annual leave (dependant on hours worked)</li><li>Access to a discount portal </li><li>Sleep in allowance </li><li>Family friendly policies</li></ul>This role will require an Enhanced DBS check, and a UK driver’s licence and access to a vehicle is desirable.Are you ready to apply?If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Tanisha, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:tanisha.johnson@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">tanisha.johnson@peabody.org.uk</a>.You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Peabody are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.Please note, phone screening and interviews will be undertaken throughout the live advert period due to the high volume of roles available. Please apply early so we can consider your application accordingly!<h4>Attached documents:</h4><ul><li><a href="../jobV2/fdownload.php?j=cb51c3b72656ae25&amp;f=2da68d4c1f1744ce"> Care Support Worker NEW.pdf - Role Profile </a></li></ul>





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SEND Engagement FacilitatorFixed Term, Full Time£25,821 to £30,377 per annumLocation: BasildonWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Community-based worker</a>Closing Date: 28th September 2025Do you have a desire to help and support young people? Are you able to organise and manage your workload, good at communicating and able to work as part of a team? We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual who is keen to make a difference and support SEND individuals in Essex. This could be the opportunity you are looking for!As an 'Community Based Worker' position, the role will involve a combination of remote, community and office based working. There will be an expectation for you to attend the office based at Ely House, Basildon, 2-3 days per month in addition to 'as and when' there is a business need. There may also be a requirement to attend other Essex County Council offices.This role is a offered as a Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027.Benefits:<ul>
<li>Healthy work life balance.</li>
<li>Wide range of learning and development opportunities.</li>
<li>IT equipment and home-working equipment supplied.</li>
<li>26 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme.</li>
<li>Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards.</li>
<li>Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with LifeWorks.</li>
<li>Up to 4 days per year Volunteering leave.</li>
</ul>Essex County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all its employees. More information can be found here <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward/" target="_blank">pay and reward</a>The Role:Essex County Council has embarked upon a programme of change for provision and services with the ambition to profoundly improve the outcomes and life experience of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our vision is for a SEND system which identifies and assesses need at an earlier stage and which provides appropriate and impactful support without such high dependence on Essex County Council's statutory services. The SEND Engagement Facilitator will support sustainable inclusion for children and young people with SEND, through targeted support to educational settings, families and partners. They enable collaborative practice in throughout One Planning and ensure a joined up approach to the Assess, Plan, Do, Review Cycle, particularly at points of transition for Children and Young People (CYP).With an RQF level 3 qualification or equivalent by experience, thorough knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice 2015 and experience of working with young people with SEND and extensive stakeholder engagement and collaboration.About You:You will:<ul>
<li>Possesses a minimum of RQF Level 3, or equivalent by experience.</li>
<li>Have the ability to work autonomously, with confidence to make key decisions regarding the appropriate next steps for a child/young person and their family.</li>
<li>Have thorough knowledge and understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and how it impacts on assessment, planning, provision and review for CYP on a day to day basis.</li>
<li>Have significant experience of working successfully with children with SEND in a school and/or home setting.</li>
<li>Have significant experience of working effectively in partnership with families and professionals, including our partners, in a multi-agency environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with an understanding of how to facilitate and mediate in situations which are perceived as challenging.</li>
<li>Have evidence of ability to develop skills, knowledge and experience within role, including a willingness to chair/facilitate meetings and plan/deliver training to small groups of adults.</li>
</ul>Essential Requirements for the role:<ul><li>As a SEND Engagement Facilitator, you are required to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, you will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.</li></ul>What will you be doing?<ul>
<li>As part of a multi-disciplinary team, provide targeted intervention to families and professionals at points of change, challenge and transition to support longer term resilience and the dialogue essential to the success of CYP educational placements and outcomes.</li>
<li>Utilise and model enabling, collaborative and person centred ways of working to ensure pupil and family voices are captured, valued and held at the heart of the 0-25 planning for CYP.</li>
<li>Identify and facilitate effective ways of gathering, recording and sharing information about a CYP, their family, setting or situation to inform the planning for them, through statutory or non-statutory plans.</li>
<li>Support the partnership between educational setting staff, families and other stakeholders to promote shared understanding of the aspirations, needs, outcomes and required provision for CYP.</li>
<li>Work directly with CYP and their families to develop their understanding of and participation in assessment, planning and decision making processes in order that their plans and implementation are fully coproduced and understood.</li>
<li>Act as a model of good One Planning to LA colleagues, and as a conduit of information for targeted work with families and educational settings, allowing the Inclusion and SEND Operations teams in each quadrant to work cohesively as part of early intervention approaches.</li>
<li>Plan, deliver and evaluate a range of development opportunities for staff in educational settings in relation to partnership and person centred practice and its application, enabling educators to embed this approach within their engagement with families.</li>
<li>Build and maintain effective links across Education, including SENDIASS and the SEND Innovation and Strategy team, in order that good One Planning practice and its impact is identified, implemented and evaluated with appropriate input from families and the community.</li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.</li>
</ul>To read more about us please visit:<a href="https://workingforessex.com/role/education" target="_blank">Education</a>Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" target="_blank">Everyone's Essex</a>. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" target="_blank">Nolan principles</a>, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.How to apply:Start your journey within the SEND Team by clicking the APPLY button now!If you are interested in finding out more about this role or require further information, we would love to hear from you. Please email: <a>work.placements@essex.gov.uk</a>.As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a>.Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank">The Essex Talent Community</a>.Additional Information:If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a>work.placements@essex.gov.uk</a>Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">X</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. Further details can be found on our <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/" target="_blank">careers page</a>.Downloads<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward" target="_blank">Pay and Reward</a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Our Ways of Working </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/about-us" target="_blank">About Us </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/organisational-behaviours" target="_blank">Organisation Behaviours</a>

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<h4>Our Vacancy</h4>Outreach Support Worker – Empower People to Live Independently and ThriveAre you someone who’s compassionate, proactive, and loves helping others build confidence and independence? Do you enjoy being out and about, meeting people, and making a real difference in your community? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.We’re looking for an Outreach Support Worker to join our team, supporting vulnerable individuals across the Colchester area. You’ll be helping people overcome challenges related to mental health, physical health, and employment—so a full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.<h4>What your day might look like:</h4><ul><li>Start by visiting customers in their homes, helping them maintain their tenancies and build essential life skills.</li><li>Support individuals with navigating welfare benefits, accessing services, and building confidence.</li><li>Liaise with external agencies to ensure customers get the right support at the right time.</li><li>Provide crisis intervention when needed, always with empathy and professionalism.</li></ul><h4>What makes this role special:</h4>This isn’t a care worker role—it’s about empowering people, not doing things for them. You’ll help customers build resilience, develop skills, and take control of their lives. You’ll be their cheerleader, guide, and advocate.You’ll be part of a passionate team that’s committed to helping people flourish, and you’ll have the freedom to work independently while making a real impact.<h4>Could it be you?</h4>We’re looking for someone who:<ul><li>Has experience (professional or voluntary) in a supportive role</li><li>Has worked with individuals facing mental health, health-related, or employment challenges</li><li>Understands housing support needs and welfare benefits</li><li>Can provide pre-tenancy advice and ongoing tenancy support</li><li>Communicates clearly and solves problems with confidence</li><li>Holds a valid UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle</li><li>Is happy to undergo an Enhanced DBS check</li></ul><h4>What you’ll get in return:</h4><ul><li>25 days’ annual holiday (plus bank holidays)</li><li>2 paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme including healthcare, dental, tech, vouchers, and more</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Family-friendly policies</li><li>A role where your support helps people thrive</li></ul>Please note: Peabody does not offer sponsorship for this role.<h4>A role where your support creates independence.</h4>Interviews will be held in person at the Colchester Octagon office on Thursday 2nd October 2025.If you have any questions, feel free to contact George Murphy, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</a><h4>Attached documents:</h4><ul><li><a href="../jobV2/fdownload.php?j=9b2a591160c80f75&amp;f=df81dea388ad7d88"> Outreach Worker Role Profile format (003) (1).pdf - Role Profile </a></li></ul>





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<h4>Our Vacancy</h4>Outreach Support Worker – Empower People to Live Independently and ThriveAre you someone who’s compassionate, proactive, and loves helping others build confidence and independence? Do you enjoy being out and about, meeting people, and making a real difference in your community? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.We’re looking for an Outreach Support Worker to join our team, supporting vulnerable individuals across the Colchester area. You’ll be helping people overcome challenges related to mental health, physical health, and employment—so a full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.<h4>What your day might look like:</h4><ul><li>Start by visiting customers in their homes, helping them maintain their tenancies and build essential life skills.</li><li>Support individuals with navigating welfare benefits, accessing services, and building confidence.</li><li>Liaise with external agencies to ensure customers get the right support at the right time.</li><li>Provide crisis intervention when needed, always with empathy and professionalism.</li></ul><h4>What makes this role special:</h4>Please note, This isn’t a care worker role - it’s about empowering people, not doing things for them. You’ll help customers build resilience, develop skills, and take control of their lives. You’ll be their cheerleader, guide, and advocate.You’ll be part of a passionate team that’s committed to helping people flourish, and you’ll have the freedom to work independently while making a real impact.<h4>Could it be you?</h4>We’re looking for someone who:<ul><li>Has experience (professional or voluntary) in a supportive role</li><li>Has worked with individuals facing mental health, health-related, or employment challenges</li><li>Understands housing support needs and welfare benefits</li><li>Can provide pre-tenancy advice and ongoing tenancy support</li><li>Communicates clearly and solves problems with confidence</li><li>Holds a valid UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle</li><li>Is happy to undergo an Enhanced DBS check</li></ul><h4>What you’ll get in return:</h4><ul><li>25 days’ annual holiday (plus bank holidays)</li><li>2 paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme including healthcare, dental, tech, vouchers, and more</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Family-friendly policies</li><li>A role where your support helps people thrive</li></ul>Please note: Peabody does not offer sponsorship for this role.<h4>A role where your support creates independence</h4>Interviews will be held in person at the Colchester Octagon office on Thursday 2nd October 2025.If you have any questions, feel free to contact George Murphy, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</a><h4>Attached documents:</h4><ul><li><a href="../jobV2/fdownload.php?j=cbe834aa1decbce9&amp;f=c4fe91afcd155c38"> Outreach Worker Role Profile format (003) (1).pdf - Role Profile </a></li></ul>





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Social Care Direct AdviserPermanent, Part Time£25,081 to £27,653 per annumLocation: ChelmsfordWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Fixed-base worker</a>Closing Date: 21st September 2025Come and join our very supportive Emergency Duty Service (EDS) who have an extremely important role to play within Adult and Children's Social Care for Essex. EDS provide a prompt and efficient response to service users within Adult and Children's services, carers, agencies, medical care and professionals, giving information advice, and, where appropriate, extending a package of care.This is a part-time opportunity offering 28 hours per week, consisting of 4 x 7.5 hour shifts (30 minute break is added). A rota is available on request but is subject to change should the service require it. You will be based at our offices in Chelmsford, there is no home working available but plenty of free parking onsite.Experience is not essential as full training for this role will be given. However, you must be able to commit to the days and hours (evenings, nights, weekends and Bank holidays, including Christmas) required.The part time salary for this role will be from £18,980 to £20,927 per annum plus an additional 15% allowance for unsociable hours. Benefits:<ul>
<li>Healthy work life balance.</li>
<li>Wide range of learning and development opportunities.</li>
<li>IT equipment and home-working equipment supplied.</li>
<li>26 days annual leave + bank holidays + choice to buy extra.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Salary related pension scheme.</li>
<li>Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards.</li>
<li>Access to our health and wellbeing support platform with LifeWorks.</li>
<li>Up to 4 days per year Volunteering leave.</li>
</ul>Essex County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all its employees. More information can be found here <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward/" target="_blank">pay and reward</a>.The Role:Children and Families is recognised as a service in which social work can develop and prosper, with a culture of collaboration, integrity and compassion; promoting the development and wellbeing of children, young people and their families; protecting them from neglect and abuse. Working together with partners delivering a range of early help, family support and effective social work interventions which build resilience, remove barriers and enable children and young people to look forward to a brighter future.The Social Care Direct Adviser provides prompt and efficient information and advice to enquiries and requests from service users, carers, agencies, medical care and professionals.The Emergency Duty Service (EDS) provides essential cover outside of normal office hours and applicants will be required to work, evenings, nights, and weekends, including bank Holidays on a rota basis.While the role itself does not require a car for day-to-day duties, having access to a vehicle would be an advantage due to the nature of the shift patterns. The late shift finishes at 12:30am, and although overnight shifts can be worked from home once training is complete, this is conditional (if there are any issues with home internet or connectivity, the expectation is that the individual can travel to the office immediately). Unfortunately, public transport is not a viable option at that time of night, and we do not want to have staff relying on buses at 1am. Additionally, weekend shifts begin at 7am, and the person on duty would be the only one in the office at that time. Therefore, punctuality is critical. While we understand that exceptional circumstances can arise, we need someone who can consistently meet these requirements without relying on public transport disruptions. About You:<ul>
<li>Educated to GCSE level or equivalent by experience.</li>
<li>Evidence of continuing professional development and knowledge in relevant professional area.</li>
<li>Excellent typing and office based skills.</li>
<li>Experience of working under pressure in a busy office environment.</li>
<li>A working knowledge of standard ICT software and systems, in particular MS Word and Excel.</li>
<li>Experience of using own initiative to progress work.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with challenging people in a sensitive manner.</li>
<li>Proven communication skills at all levels with excellent organisational skills.</li>
<li>Customer service experience including answering a high volume of calls.</li>
</ul>What will you be doing?<ul>
<li>Responsible for using specialist knowledge and judgement on Adult, Child and Mental Health services available in order to respond to enquiries and requests with appropriate information and advice.</li>
<li>Responsible for identifying and responding to urgent or critical situations by passing referrals to the EDS Social Workers in order to ensure appropriate escalation and management of situations.</li>
<li>Responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date information and advice to callers on Social Care policies and services, including eligibility criteria, and services provided by other statutory, private and voluntary agencies.</li>
<li>Responsible for ensuring that all information is recorded quickly and accurately and is entered onto the appropriate database in order to ensure records are properly maintained.</li>
<li>Responsible for ensuring that all information recorded complies with data recording legislation and guidance.</li>
<li>Responsible for capturing data required for performance indicators in the correct format or style in order for it to be transcribed on the appropriate system.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with colleagues in order to support the sharing of knowledge and new information.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively as a representative of Social Care Direct on project and consultation groups in order to ensure knowledge and information is shared with colleagues.</li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.</li>
</ul>Why Essex? To read more about us please visit:<a href="https://workingforessex.com/role/children-families" target="_blank">Children &amp; Families - Working for Essex</a>Please take a look at our <a href="https://vimeo.com/475853823/dd8949f748" target="_blank">'No Magic' Children &amp; Families video</a>As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" target="_blank">Everyone's Essex</a>. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" target="_blank">Nolan principles</a>, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.How to apply:Start your journey as a Social Care Direct Advisor by clicking the APPLY button now!If you are interested in finding out more about this role or require further information, we would love to hear from you. Please email: <a>work.placements@essex.gov.uk</a>.As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a>.Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank">The Essex Talent Community</a>.Additional Information:If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a>work.placements@essex.gov.uk</a>Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">X</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. Further details can be found on our <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/" target="_blank">careers page</a>.Downloads<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward" target="_blank">Pay and Reward</a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Our Ways of Working </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/about-us" target="_blank">About Us </a> <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/organisational-behaviours" target="_blank">Organisation Behaviours</a>

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SEND Engagement FacilitatorFixed Term, Part Time£25,821 to £30,377 per annum (full time equivalent)Location: North EssexWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Community-based worker</a>Closing Date: 17th September 2025About Us:Please note that this is a fixed term contract/secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027, working 22.2 hours per week. The pro-rata salary for this role is £15,493 to £18,226 per annum.The Role:Essex County Council has embarked upon a programme of change for provision and services with the ambition to profoundly improve the outcomes and life experience of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our vision is for a SEND system which identifies and assesses need at an earlier stage and which provides appropriate and impactful support without such high dependence on Essex County Council's statutory services. This SEND Engagement Facilitator (EF) role will have a focused EF caseload within the Education Otherwise than in School/College (EOTIS/C) workstream. <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://schools.essex.gov.uk/special-educational-needs-and-disabilities-send/education-otherwise-school-or-college-eotisc&amp;data=05|02|Hayley.Bincalar@essex.gov.uk|ab206d8c9bb74ce3516d08ddefbc372a|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638930313851063037|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&amp;sdata=BPxfgnXSUZnsNBz+Hu9FhzsbA3h40gs7jqrByh7w/+E=&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Education otherwise than in school or college (EOTIS/C) | Essex Schools Infolink</a>Responsibilities will include collaborating with parent/carers, young people and professionals to organise and facilitate Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) Annual Reviews and One Planning. <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://schools.essex.gov.uk/special-educational-needs-and-disabilities-send/send-services-and-support/one-planning&amp;data=05|02|Hayley.Bincalar@essex.gov.uk|ab206d8c9bb74ce3516d08ddefbc372a|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638930313851088118|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&amp;sdata=RIrzsBSND4gkOYpQ/XK7kgAKJ7XYnOogD9ADApc5RBQ=&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">One Planning | Essex Schools Infolink</a>The EOTIS/C EF will sit with the Engagement Facilitator team, line managed by the Senior Engagement Facilitator but will also work closely with the SEND Operations Team. About You:You will:<ul>
<li>Possesses a minimum of RQF Level 3, or equivalent by experience.</li>
<li>Have the ability to work autonomously, with confidence to make key decisions regarding the appropriate next steps for a child/young person and their family.</li>
<li>Have thorough knowledge and understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and how it impacts on assessment, planning, provision and review for CYP on a day to day basis.</li>
<li>Have significant experience of working successfully with children with SEND in a school and/or home setting.</li>
<li>Have significant experience of working effectively in partnership with families and professionals, including our partners, in a multi-agency environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with an understanding of how to facilitate and mediate in situations which are perceived as challenging.</li>
<li>Have evidence of ability to develop skills, knowledge and experience within role, including a willingness to chair/facilitate meetings and plan/deliver training to small groups of adults.</li>
</ul>Essential Requirements for the role:<ul><li>As a SEND Engagement Facilitator, you are required to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, you will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.</li></ul>What will you be doing?<ul>
<li>As part of a multi-disciplinary team, provide targeted intervention to families and professionals at points of change, challenge and transition to support longer term resilience and the dialogue essential to the success of CYP educational placements and outcomes.</li>
<li>Utilise and model enabling, collaborative and person centred ways of working to ensure pupil and family voices are captured, valued and held at the heart of the 0-25 planning for CYP.</li>
<li>Identify and facilitate effective ways of gathering, recording and sharing information about a CYP, their family, setting or situation to inform the planning for them, through statutory or non-statutory plans.</li>
<li>Support the partnership between educational setting staff, families and other stakeholders to promote shared understanding of the aspirations, needs, outcomes and required provision for CYP.</li>
<li>Work directly with CYP and their families to develop their understanding of and participation in assessment, planning and decision making processes in order that their plans and implementation are fully coproduced and understood.</li>
<li>Act as a model of good One Planning to LA colleagues, and as a conduit of information for targeted work with families and educational settings, allowing the Inclusion and SEND Operations teams in each quadrant to work cohesively as part of early intervention approaches.</li>
<li>Plan, deliver and evaluate a range of development opportunities for staff in educational settings in relation to partnership and person centred practice and its application, enabling educators to embed this approach within their engagement with families.</li>
<li>Build and maintain effective links across Education, including SENDIASS and the SEND Innovation and Strategy team, in order that good One Planning practice and its impact is identified, implemented and evaluated with appropriate input from families and the community.</li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.</li>
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