Young Persons Practitioner

2 days ago

Hamilton South, United Kingdom Action for Children Full time

**Young Persons Practitioner**

**Salary: circa £23,000 per annum, pro rata**

**Location: Base is South Lanarkshire and role will cover South Lanarkshire and Clydesdale**

**Contract/Hours: Fixed Term contract for 6 months (with possibility of extension) / Part-Time - 22 hours per week**

**Reward**:29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays (pro rata), professional qualifications, excellent training and development opportunities, flexible maternity, adoption and paternity packages, up to 7% employer contribution pension, discount portal with your favourite brands.

**Vulnerable children in the UK need your help**

Wherever you work in the Action for Children family, you'll be helping to change the lives of the most vulnerable children in the UK.

Last year, we helped more than 670,000 children and families across the UK. From direct work in communities to national campaigning, we are focused on making sure every child has a safe and happy childhood, and the foundations they need to thrive.

**Why Action for Children?**

Working here is more than a job. Everyone in the Action for Children family is passionate about protecting and supporting children. It's the sense of purpose that drives us every single day. Because we know that, when we work together, we can make a huge difference to bring lasting improvements to vulnerable children's lives.

**A bit about the role**

Action for Children's Whole Systems service provides support for young people in Lanarkshire aged 14yrs - 26yrs who are involved in offending behaviour.

Our aim is to reduce the risk of re-offending and minimise the likelihood of young people appearing within the criminal justice system. By working with partner organisations, we seek to successfully maintain young people in their local communities and to move them into a positive destination such as employment.

The contract initially runs for 6 months - with the potential of extension. It will enable you to grow your experience and build your network with a wide range of organisations across the region and gain invaluable experience within a great Charity.

**How you'll help to create brighter futures**

Our Practitioners work together to support families and take early action at the first signs of any difficulty, so they're not getting involved after a situation has already reached crisis point.

You'll be part of a small team working in the community, putting the needs of young people and their families needs first. You will facilitate group work, as well as 1-2-1's and help guide and support them onto a different path such as school, employment and housing whilst also being able to support their mental health and wellbeing.

Some key responsibilities of the role are:

- Offering tailored support and management for young people involved in or at risk of offending, based on individual needs and taking into account differing backgrounds and demographics.
- Supporting our young people and the challenges they may face such as parenting, homelessness or substance misuse.
- Offering practical support and guidance to our young people including support with daily tasks such as shopping or attending appointments.
- Facilitating groups for outdoor programmes and delivering group programmes, as needed.

**Let's talk about you**
- Whilst an HNC/ SVQ in Social Care is desirable, we are very open to relevant experience, rather than a qualification.
- Experience of managing cases, in accordance with agreed procedures and completing assessments, planning and reviews to ensure positive outcomes.
- Driving licence and access to a car is required due to the geographical area the role covers.

**Good to know**

Application Process

There are five sections to complete: Personal Details, CV, Supporting Statement & Information, Equality & Diversity, Submission & Declaration.

Talent Pool

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**Diversity, equality and inclusion**

**For Children Service roles only**: Male staff are under-represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles.

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