Make a difference for children and families in Medway Parenting support programmes form a key part of Medway’s Best Start in Life offer. This role will support the design, delivery and evaluation of evidence-based parenting training programmes for parents and carers of children aged 0‑5. (E.g. Incredible Years, TripleP and other programmes as required.). This work is aimed at improving child wellbeing and school readiness, strengthening family bonds, and reducing education and health inequalities. These community‑based programmes will be delivered in a range of settings, building on the established programme delivered through Medway’s Family Hubs. We’re looking for an experienced, passionate and forward‑thinking practitioner to play a key role in designing and delivering evidence‑based parenting support and training across Medway’s Best Start in Life system. This is an exciting opportunity to shape high‑quality, evidence‑based support for parents and carers of children aged 0‑5. You will contribute to our shared aim that every child grows up healthy, safe, supported, and ready to thrive, and that families receive the right help at the right time.
About the role
- Support the design, delivery and evaluation of evidence‑based parenting programmes (e.g., Incredible Years or Triple P).
- Support the embedding of SEND‑inclusive and trauma‑informed approaches throughout programme content and delivery.
- Support the development of the skills and confidence of early years practitioners, volunteers and wider partners across Medway e.g. through the delivery of training, advice and co‑facilitation.
- Support the co‑ordination and strengthening of partnerships across public health, education, NHS, community and voluntary sectors.
- Support the engagement of underserved parent groups, including fathers, teenage parents, sole parents and SEND families.
- Use data and insight to monitor outcomes, identify gaps and drive continuous improvement.
- Contribute to high‑quality reports for managers, commissioners and strategic boards.
- Contribute to wider public health projects that reduce inequalities and align with local and national strategies.
About you
- Experience in delivering Incredible Years, Triple P, or a similar parenting programme (training provided if needed).
- Experience working in a health, education, early years or family support setting.
- Excellent communication, facilitation and engagement skills.
- A commitment to equity, diversity and reducing health inequalities.
- The ability to travel across Medway and work flexibly, including occasional evenings/weekends.
Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council
These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.
The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.
Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.
LevelC requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.
We are seeking a Public Health Project Officer Parenting Training Programme to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation.
All elements of levelA listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.
Important Information
Applicants must be able to demonstrate all criteria at level A which are essential for appointment to the role.
Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.
For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please note, we prioritise applications from current Medway Council redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.
Public Health Project Officer (Parenting Training Programme) employer: Medway Council
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