A Criminal Records Bureau Check will be undertaken. Closing Date 30 th October 2009

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1 Pakistani/Bangladeshi Heritage Development Officer 18,270-23,473 Martineau Education Centre, Harborne B32 2EH Fixed Term Contract until 31 st March 2010, working 36.5 hours per week. You will ensure Supplementary Schools/Madrassas practice safe and sound learning and teaching environments. You must have an excellent command of written and spoken English as well as being fluent in a community language. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to make a real difference to develop safe and sound learning and community cohesion in a Madrassa setting. Section 5(2)(d) of The Race Relations Act 1976 applies. For informal enquiries call Nargis Rashid Tel: Ref: EC4816 A Criminal Records Bureau Check will be undertaken Closing Date 30 th October 2009

2 Children, Young People & Families Job Description Post: Pakistani /Bangladeshi Heritage Grade: 3 Development Worker Division: Transforming Education Section: Secondary 1. Job Purpose 1.1 To create safe and sound Learning in Supplementary Schools/Madrassas. 1.2 To develop policies and practices and to achieve the above. 2. Duties & Responsibilities 2.1 To support the learning of pupils in Supplementary Schools settings. 2.2 To work closely and in collaboration with key staff in Supplementary Schools in developing effective policies and practices on Child Protection, Health and Safety and Teaching and Learning. Assist in providing training for Supplementary staff. 2.3 To develop links with mainstream schools for the benefit of the learners. 2.4 To liaise and meet with parents/carers on a regular basis and report on progress. 2.5 To work towards developing a network of Supplementary Schools for sharing good practice in each Supplementary School ensuring representation from women. 2.6 To facilitate and support the development of a Parent support Group. 2.7 To facilitate and support the development of a Parent support Group in each Supplementary Schools ensuring representation from women. 2.8 To liaise with and form effective links with other initiatives involving supplementary schools. 2.9 To ensure adherence to all Legislative, Statutory and Birmingham City Council policy and procedures in all aspects of service delivery Any other duties as commensurate with the grade and nature of the post. 3. Supervision Received 3.1 Supervising Officer Job Title 3.2 Level of Supervision 1. Regularly supervised with work checked by supervisor

3 or 2. Left to work within established guidelines subject to scrutiny by supervisor. or 3. Plan own work to ensure the meeting of defined objectives. 4. Supervision Given (excludes those who are indirectly supervised i.e. through others). Post Title Grade No. of Posts Level of Supervision 5. Special Conditions A Criminal Records Bureau Check will be undertaken Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment Observance of the City Council s Equal Opportunities Policy will be required. RAS/DJ/EC./

4 Children, Young People & Families Person Specification Post: Pakistani /Bangladeshi Heritage Grade: 3 Development Worker Division: Transforming Education Section: Secondary Method of Assessment (M.O.A.) A.F. = Application Form; I = Interview; T. - Test or Exercise. CRITERIA ESSENTIAL M.O.A. Experience (Relevant work and other experience) Experience of working with Pakistani/Bangladeshi parents and children in education and up- to date knowledge of Supplementary Schools Skills & Ability e.g. written communication skills, dealing with the public etc. Training Education/Qualifications NB: Full regard must be paid to overseas qualification Experience of involvement in community work and/or support work, e.g. training coaching, etc Experience of managing projects within a community context. High quality communication and interpersonal skills in English and Bengali/Urdu. Ability to relate to and develop effective relationships with a variety of groups in a variety of settings e.g. managers, teachers, pupils and parents at home. Ability to write accurate and concise reports for various stakeholders using Microscoft Word and Excel. Proficiency in written English and Urdu, Bengali. Proven ability in organising, implementing own work-plan and working to tight deadlines. The ability to demonstrate equivalent competency level gained through experience. Willing and able to undergo relevant training and professional development. Evidence of professional development relevant to education. /T /T /T AF Other An awareness of Pakistani and Bangladeshi community needs and aspirations. Available to attend evening meetings. All staff are expected to understand and be committed to Equal Opportunities in employment and service delivery. Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment

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