At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead projects supporting families and children, focusing on wellbeing and community engagement.
- Company: Join a diverse and inclusive team at the City of Edinburgh Council.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and commitment to professional development.
- Other info: We value respect, integrity, and flexibility in our workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and a passion for family support.
The predicted salary is between 40501 - 47639 £ per year.
- Development Officer (Children's Services) - fixed term until 31/08/2027 Waverley
- Court
Salary: £40,501 - £47,639 Hours: 36 per week To contribute the Whole Family Support delivery with a focus on parental access to support and childcare.
Embedding person centred and relational practice into complex systems and taking a prevention led lens to all work.
The post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of whole family wellbeing, supporting projects, or programmes necessary for the delivery of strategic priorities.
The role will include leading and supporting these projects as appropriate, throughout their lifespan including conducting the research, development, implementation, evaluation, review, and reporting processes as required.
Engagement with third sector and community partners, and extensive participation with parents & families will be required.
This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.
You will be required to provide this check.
An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best.
We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented.
All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience.
Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Find out more about our commitment to equalities
As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people.
We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work.
Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.
Happy to talk flexible working.
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Development Officer (Children's Services) - Waverley Court - 15991_1786959506 employer: CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
The City of Edinburgh Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and empowered. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer flexible working options and a supportive culture that prioritises respect, integrity, and flexibility, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the heart of Edinburgh.
