Job vacancy: Children & Young People's Practitioner

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Children and Young People's Practitioner. 

The post currently offers a minimum of 22.5 hours per week, with the opportunity for increasing hours, as and when funding allows.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Development and delivery of a range of needs led, one to one, group (and other) interventions, using a trauma informed approach, that places CYP participation at the heart of the service and support
• Working cooperatively with other agencies to improve and/or develop access to services and support 
• Creating safe spaces for CYP to express their feelings and emotions, have fun and build positive memories

An ongoing programme of training is currently provided within the organisation, around understanding and working with trauma. 

Additional benefits

We view our staff (and volunteers) as our most valuable resource and provide the following additional benefits:

• The opportunity to work flexibly
• 33 days holiday (pro rata) including bank holidays
• 7% contribution to a pension scheme
• Enrolment on the Westfield Health Scheme (which provides benefits such as contributions towards dental and optical costs, a GP and Counselling support)

Please see the documents below for further details and how to apply for the role.

CYPP_Cover_letter.pdf

CYPP_Job_Description_and_Person_Specification.pdf

CYPP_Information_for_Candidates.docx

CYPP_Application_Form_Guidance.docx

CYPP_Application_Form.docx

We particularly welcome applications from men and people from local BME communities who are currently underrepresented within our organisation. 

For further information, please email: [email protected]
 

Closing date for applications: 8th June 2020

Interview date: 17th June 2020