Leeds Parent Carer Forum Engagement Officer (Term Time Only)

Leeds Parent Carer Forum Engagement Officer (Term Time Only) SNAPS

Parent Carer Forums (PCFs) play a vital role in representing the voices of families with children who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Leeds PCF was created 2 years ago and is currently run solely by volunteer parent carers. However, to truly empower parent carers, foster inclusive engagement, and ensure their voices are effectively represented in decision-making processes, we need a dedicated Parent Carer Engagement Officer. This role is instrumental in ensuring all voices are heard and impactful change is realised.

Parent carers often face significant barriers to engagement, including time constraints, emotional exhaustion, and a lack of accessible information. Without a dedicated resource, Leeds PCF is struggling to reach many parent carers who are left feeling isolated and disengaged, which leads to missed opportunities for collaboration and advocacy. This gap limits the potential for us to fulfil our mission of shaping services that meet the real needs of SEND families across Leeds.

The Role

Hours of Work: Two roles of 6 hours a week in term time (39 weeks a year) or 1 role delivering 12 hours a week in term time (39 weeks a year). Flexible times.
Place of Work: Home Based but will need to attend regular engagement events across Leeds.
Contract: 12 months
Transport: Access to your own car and driving licence would be beneficial to allow for city-wide travel.

This new role will help Leeds PCF bridge the gap, engage with hard-to-reach parent/carers, and more effectively represent their voices at a strategic level.

SNAPS is a supportive and inclusive employer, and this role would suit a parent/carer, allowing the person to fit work around school hours and school holidays.

We are looking for someone who loves meeting new people and building relationships. The successful candidate will be organised, committed, and a self-starter who can engage with the Leeds community to understand the issues facing parent carers of SEND children. In return, SNAPS and Leeds PCF offers a flexible, supportive, and fun working environment in a charity that is changing the lives of families who have children with additional needs. SNAPS and Leeds PCF pride ourselves on working in partnership with our staff to ensure that we support our team to have a good work/life balance. We empower our team to manage their own workload whilst striving to ensure that they have the support they need to feel happy and valued in their role.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a completed application form to . The closing date for applications is Tuesday 4th March 2025 - please state in your application if you are looking for 6 hours a week or 12 hours a week. Interviews will take place on Thursday 20th March 2025, with the role starting as soon as possible after this time. We hope the successful candidate(s) will be able to attend the Leeds Local Offer event on 26th March.