Family Involvement and Information Officer

Family Involvement and Information Officer
Barnsley
17.12/hr
Start date: ASAP

AKTON Recruitment is working closely with the local authorities and we are looking for an experienced officer to work within our families information service to lead on our SEND Local Offer. The successful candidate will lead on the development and implementation of the information, advice and guidance service to families and carers with children and young people who have a disability or complex health need. This will include ensuring that information is tailored to their individual needs and readily accessible in a range of formats. A key function of the role is ensuring that we meet our statutory duties a outlined in the SEND Code of Practice.

Responsibilities
* Lead on the development and implementation of a multi agency Information Strategy for disability services for families and young people that is accessible, relevant and accurate, joined-up and userfocussed.
* Provide professional advice, information and guidance, including signposting to other services where appropriate.
* Research and update information on relevant services offered in Barnsley, its neighbouring areas and national services.
* Input information into a database so parents and professionals have one point of contact for
information. Lead on the local offer database, seeking feedback from users. Ensure that information
is accurate and regularly updated.
* Produce news articles and lead on the production and distribution of a multi agency newsletter for families with disabled children - ensuring that young people and parents are intrinsically involved throughout the process.

Relevant Experience
* Significant experience of providing advice, guidance and support to families with disabled and complex health needs children
* Experience of developing strong and effective links with a range of organisations in the public, private and voluntary sector
* Experience of working within a multi-agency team or environment
* Experience of working with IT and Communication/Information Systems
* Experience of producing written and statistical reports, information leaflets and guidance and contributing towards service plans

General and Special Knowledge
* Knowledge of local and national strategies, policies and legislation relevant to the area of work
* Working knowledge of Microsoft applications
* Knowledge of the pressures facing local government
* Knowledge of the range of services available to disabled children young people and their families, both nationally and locally
* Knowledge and understanding of the needs of disabled children and their families