Local Area Coordinator at Croydon Council

London Borough of Croydon, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

42060.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Local Knowledge, Communication Skills, Listening Skills, Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Safeguarding Practice, Cultural Competence, Person-Centred Approach, Strengths-Based Approach, Health Knowledge, Social Care Knowledge, Community Engagement, Resilience Building, Networking, Autonomy, Risk Assessment

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Grade - 8 Salary range: £40,182 - £42,060 p.a. Contract: Fixed term 18 month – 24 months Hours of work: - 36 hrs per week Location: Community-based - Old Coulsdon Local Area Coordinator – Old Coulsdon Please note before applying: This Local Area Coordinator role is based in the Old Coulsdon community and whilst driving is not a requirement; you must be able to travel to and around the area to be considered for this role. Candidates with a UK driving licence and have a car are preferred. There will be occasional work outside of normal office hours, during evenings and weekends. About the role Local Area Coordination is specific approach to helping people build a positive vision for their lives, a plan for how to achieve their vision, and to ‘walk alongside’ people while they take positive action themselves. To find out more visit: www.lacnetwork.org As a Local Area Coordinator working in Old Coulsdon, you’ll be rooted in the area working with local people, families and the community. You will become a familiar presence and a trusted point of contact for local people. You will use a person centred and strengths-based approach to help people improve their health and wellbeing, build resilience, strengthen natural networks and navigate complex systems. You’ll also play a vital role in helping communities grow stronger, more inclusive and more connected. This is a rewarding, highly relational role where every day will be different. Please read the role profile and person specification to find out more about the requirements for the role and skills and experience we are looking for. To view the role profile and person specification click here: About you We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with people and has: Excellent local knowledge of Croydon (ideally Old Coulsdon specifically) and its diverse communities. Proven experience supporting marginalised individual people and families from diverse backgrounds in a similar role. Strong listening and communication skills, with a genuine commitment to working with people. Knowledge and skills in strengths-based, person-centred, and holistic approaches, with the ability to help people shape and pursue their own goals. Excellent relationship-building skills. Creative and independent problem-solving ability. Ability to risk assess and act autonomously whilst complying with procedures and practices. Good knowledge of the health and social care system, and other statutory and/or voluntary services. A solid understanding and experience of safeguarding practice and processes. Cultural and inclusive competence. When completing the application, you will be asked to submit a supporting statement. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your skills, experience and abilities that relate to the Local Area Coordinator role profile and person specification. Applications will be judged based on relevant experience and matching values and principles for the role. Important information about the recruitment process: For the role of Local Area Coordinator, there will be a two-part interview process, the first stage is a community-based interview task where you will meet with local people. Candidates who are successful at stage one will be invited to attend a formal interview at a later date. To enable you to find out more about Local Area Coordination and the role, we are holding a virtual candidate information evening on. To sign up for this please email localareacoordination@croydon.gov.uk please state ‘Information Evening' in the email subject line. Find out more about Local Area Coordination online: www.lacnetwork.org Link to the full job description can be found here Croydon Council’s priorities The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and businesses Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith sectors Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities Key business plan outcomes: Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer Croydon Council’s new ways of working Equal Opportunities Statement Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

Responsibilities

As a Local Area Coordinator, you will work closely with local people and families to help them build a positive vision for their lives and navigate complex systems. You will also play a vital role in strengthening community connections and resilience.