About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a parenting co-ordinator to join our Parenting Team. The Parenting team are responsible for running North Somerset Council’s Evidence Based Advanced Parenting Groups, supporting families with children from birth -19 years (25 SEND)

In this role, you will be assisting the senior coordinator and team lead to manage delivery of groups and coordination of the group waitlist. Alongside administrative tasks pertaining to managing referrals. You will be supporting the team with the delivery of evidence-based parenting groups therefore experience of working in this field is essential.

The successful candidate will link with our multi-agency partners to make sure we are connected to all those working within early help and wider teams within children’s services including education, health and the private and voluntary sectors. 

We are looking for an organised and passionate applicant who understands the importance of supporting parents at times when life can feel its most challenging. Therefore, an understanding of child development, trauma informed practice and strengths-based ways of working is required. Experience of delivering evidence-based parenting programmes is essential. 

In North Somerset We offer a restorative approach to practice with an exciting training offer which can lead to development and progression within your role.

The vision and commitment of Children’s Service in North Somerset ensures that a high quality and child centred approach, and clear model of practise based on building effective relationships - ensuring the right help at the right time. 

Every Child should grow up in a safe and loving home, where they can feel supported to navigate through challenges that life presents.  We are committed to help children, young people and their families who are at risk of entering care or at risk of family breakdown and provide mediation, reconnections, or support in transition. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative tasks such as managing waitlists, booking venues etc.
• Supporting the running of our parenting Villages
• Training in and leading parenting groups
• Data management and reporting
• Working in partnership with professionals, parent’s carers and their families to provide advice and guidance around evidence-based parenting strategies and interventions.

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

This position is currently based at our Children’s Centres in Weston-super-Mare

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Fixed Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 4+ days in the office
• Spends most or all of their time in the office, due to nature of the work but can be for reasons such as unsuitable home working conditions or a desire for separation of home and work life.
• The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about parenting, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria:

• Qualified at level 3 or above
• Have extensive experience working in a whole family way with children’s young people and families.
• Have strong organisational and planning skills
• Be confident in the delivery of evidence-based parenting groups.

Desirable Criteria:

• Have a curious approach to working with families that is restorative & trauma informed
• Experience of excel spreadsheets
• CYPIAPT or similar qualification
• Experience of Routine Outcome Measures - use and interpretation

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Emma Pattinson, Parenting team lead at emma.pattinson@n-somerset.gov.uk or telephone 07385373087. 

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: 23^rd May 2025

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.  We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.  We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.