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Project Support Officer3-Month Initial Contract | 36 Hours Per Week£21 Umbrella / £16 PAYE per Hour | Hybrid Working (1-2 Days in Office)
About the Role:Southwark Council is seeking a dedicated and motivated Project Support Officer to join our Lifelong Links Team on an initial 3-month contract. This role is pivotal in supporting the operational success of the Lifelong Links project, ensuring children in care can maintain and build vital relationships with their families and communities, addressing gaps in the care system identified by the Care Inquiry of 2013.
As a Project Support Officer, you will work closely with the Team Manager to deliver effective day-to-day support to the Lifelong Links Team, playing a crucial part in supporting children in care to form and sustain lifelong relationships with family members and friends.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide essential project support to the Lifelong Links Team.
- Assist with the oversight of the team's day-to-day operations.
- Review children's files and extract key information relating to their history with Children's Social Care.
- Support the development and management of genograms (family trees) for children using GenoPro.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure effective coordination and communication.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Experience of Mosaic is desired but not essential.
- Proven ability to review children's files and access key information on their historical involvement with Children's Social Care.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Contract Details:
- Contract Length: 3 months (with potential to extend).
- Hours: 36 hours per week.
- Rate of Pay: £21 umbrella per hour / £16 PAYE per hour.
- Hybrid Working: 1-2 days in the office based in Southwark, with flexibility for remote work.
How to Apply:If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the skills and experience required, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application with your updated
