Parenting Programme Facilitator

Do you want to make a difference to people's lives?

We are looking for two enthusiastic & compassionate Parenting Programme Facilitators to work alongside our established Children & Families Newcastle (CFN) East team as part of the Family Hub & Best Start for Life Programme.

• Working with parents, carers & families, you will;
• Deliver evidence-based parenting programmes,
• Help families access local support,
• Contribute to positive outcomes for children & young people aged 0-19.

About Us

CFN brings services together to ensure children, young people and families can access the right support, at the right time, in their local community. Barnardo's has worked in Newcastle East for over 27 years, delivering trusted, family-centred support & helping communities thrive.

About the Role

You will:

• Plan, deliver & evaluate group-based parenting programmes, including but not exclusively, Early Words Together and Togetherness Programmes (formally Solihull programme). Full training will be provided.
• Build positive relationships with families & support them to access local services & resources.
• Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals & partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate records & contribute to outcome monitoring.
• Promote inclusion, equality & accessibility in all aspects of your work.
• Recognise respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.

Working days are open to discussion; however, both successful applicants will be required to work the same two days to cofacilitate programmes. This can be discussed further at interview.

About You

Are you someone who:

• Has experience working with children, young people families?
• Communicates well builds strong relationships?
• Understands safeguarding child welfare?
• Works effectively with a range of professionals services?
• Has good organisational IT skills?
• Is passionate about helping families achieve positive outcomes?

Why not join us to help change childhoods and change lives?

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date.  We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible