About this role
Job summary
Reset Practice Coordinator
We have an exciting opportunity for highly effective and organised individual, capable of coordinating a team and supporting with the smooth running of a new bold initiative designed to dramatically change the lives of some of the most vulnerable children in England today for the better.
Reset is an innovative and creative programme designed to break the cycle that leads vulnerable children to be deprived of their liberty because of the harm they face. It provides an intensive package of therapeutic, practical and behavioural support through an integrated model. As part of the programme, young people will have access to a short stay Reset Residential Retreat, a multi-disciplinary team who can help assess and address their needs, and most importantly a Reset Partner who will work to engage with them and their family and network, and coordinate their tailored support plan.
We are looking for a skilled and experienced coordinator to form part of the small team piloting this unique approach in Barking & Dagenham, supported by the national team developing this approach - www.resetuk.org.uk This is a unique opportunity to support a bold, pioneering programme that is reshaping practice.
Interviews for this role will take place the week commencing 27th July 2026.
The closing date for this role is Sunday, 19th July 2026.
Main duties of the job
You will be providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the Reset Practice and will be confident with general office management tasks inclusive of health and safety and the maintaining of accurate team whereabouts and absence recording. You will be confident in developing and maintaining internal team processes and systems, both manual and IT, handling correspondence and coordinating meetings. You will have experience of training and event management and will be confident in collecting data as part of monitoring and evaluation processes. You will have experience with supporting teams with financial management and will be a key support with quality assuring.
What you will bring
A key range of skills, knowledge and experience gained in administrative and office management services at operational and strategic levels. An ability to work creatively and flexibly with an aptitude for building positive relationships An ability to manage a variety of demanding tasks simultaneously and successfully achieving deadlines through effective management skills. Proficient writing and data analysis skills with an ability to produce summaries and reports A strong understanding of IT software packages and knowledge of other key digital drivesRelevant backgrounds
We welcome applicants with relevant qualifications or demonstrated experience in delivering high quality administrative and office support at operational and strategic levels.
About us
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Childrens Department of Barring Services check
In Barking and Dagenham, we are ambitious for our children, young people and families. Our Childrens Care and Support Service is delivering a bold transformation programme to redesign practice, strengthen early intervention and ensure services are sustainable, high-quality and fit for the future.
You will join a values-led organisation that promotes inclusion, innovation and continuous improvement, and one that is committed to equality, diversity, wellbeing and excellent people management.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification on the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ANKBTc_TnpXYpsx2PdQ6ZsqXvLak5-qJ/view?usp=sharing
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Barking and Dagenham Council
Address Barking and Dagenham Council
Barking Town Hall
Barking
London
IG11 7LU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lbbd.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)