PROJECT WORKER
The School Completion Programme (SCP) is a targeted programme of
support for primary and post primary children and young people who
have been identified as potentially at risk of early school leaving or
who are out of school and have not successfully transferred to an
alternative learning site or employment. It is a support under the
Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools (DEIS) Programme, funded
by Tusla Education Support Services (TESS). SCP aims to retain a young
person to completion of the leaving certificate, equivalent
qualification or suitable level of educational attainment which
enables them to transition into further education, training or
employment. There are **Apply on the website** SCP Projects
nationally.
Greenhills SCP is based in Greenhills, Dublin **Apply on the website**
with four link schools (two primary schools and two post-primary
school). The Local Management Committee invites applications for the
following position:
PROJECT WORKER POSITION (**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** HOURS PER WEEK)
As a Project Worker you will work in up to 4 schools, providing a
range of in and after school supports. You will work alongside a
multidisciplinary team and have an opportunity to avail of a range of
quality training.
DUTIES FOR THIS POST INCLUDE:
* Building professional relationships with children and young people
and their families to improve educational outcomes through increased
attendance, participation, and retention in education.
* Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with SCP
staff; school staff; EWO and other local community and statutory
groups to ensure a comprehensive approach to supporting children and
young people.
* Engaging children and young people, and where appropriate their
families, in activities in-school; out-of-school; after-school and
during holiday periods.
* Facilitating individual and group work with priority children and
young people using appropriate interventions that address barriers to
full school engagement.
* Maintaining up to date records of all work undertaken and all
necessary data relating to children and young people.
* Assisting with evaluation, review and future planning for the
project.
* Undertaking any additional duties as requested by the Coordinator
or Local Management Committee.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
* A recognised third-level qualification in Social Science; Social
Care; Youth Work; Community Work; Education; or related discipline.
* A minimum of 3 years practical experience of working with children
and young people who experience disadvantage.
* Experience of working with children and young people in a one to
one and group setting.
* Knowledge and understanding of the needs of children and young
people and families experiencing disadvantage.
* A full clean driving licence and own transport.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to
build and maintain effective working relationships.
* Excellent IT skills with an ability to plan, deliver and evaluate
interventions in both individual and group settings.
* Strong teamwork skills with an ability to work independently on
own initiative while seeking guidance when appropriate.
* Ability to prioritise and work in a pressurised environment.
* Commitment to delivery of quality service to children, young
people, and families.
* Strong work ethic with a solution focussed approach in the
workplace.
* Understanding of Children First guidelines.
* Understanding of outcome focused work.
* We are seeking an adaptable, reflective, empathetic individual.
* Understanding of outcome focused interventions
REMUNERATION:
Salary as per CDYSB New Entrants Salary Scale (pro-rata for
positions); starting point dependent on skills and experience. The
post will be a specified purpose contract which is subject to funding
and satisfactory service in the post.
TO APPLY:
Applications consisting of a CV and cover letter expressing your
interest in the post must be emailed to: **Apply on the website** no
later than **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**PM ON FRIDAY, 7TH JANUARY **APPLY
ON THE WEBSITE**. Late applications will not be accepted. Shortlisting
of applications may take place. Only those selected for interview will
be contacted.
_SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY GARDA VETTING
AND REFERENCE CHECKS._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
