Senior Practitioner

Be there for young people when they need you most! Join us as a Senior Practitioner at Clayfields House, where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you at Clayfields House, part of Nottinghamshire County Council. We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people in our care. At Clayfields House, we believe that everyone can achieve positive change, and we are looking for positive thinkers to help us create a ‘centre of excellence’ for young people in custody.

Clayfields House is a Local Authority Secure Children’s Home that provides secure care, education, and specialist interventions for up to 20 vulnerable young people aged 10 to 18 years. We offer intensive services for those at risk to themselves or others, or who require secure accommodation due to offending behaviour or as required under Section 25 of the the Children Act.  Working with our young people presents both challenges and rewards, but the outcomes can be life-changing. We seek dedicated individuals with the tenacity and drive to help turn lives around.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Practitioner, your role will include:

• Supporting the management of one of our living units, ensuring high-quality care and support for young people.
• Leading and guiding staff to deliver effective interventions and support.
• Case managing a number of young people, focusing on their individual needs.
• Driving a multi-agency approach to meet the needs of the young people in our care.
• Working on a shift basis, including senior sleep-in duties.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with challenging young people.
• A Diploma or NVQ Level 3 in Children, Young People and Families (CCYP) or an equivalent qualification.
• Strong leadership skills to support and guide staff effectively.
• The ability to manage cases and coordinate with various agencies to ensure comprehensive support for young people.

Soft Skills

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Enthusiasm, passion and commitment to supporting young people in becoming the best version of themselves.
• Resilience and adaptability in challenging situations.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with young people and colleagues.

• Assertiveness and confidence in your approach to support.
• A collaborative approach to working with teams and external partners.

Additional Information

• You will receive an additional £0.33 per hour for every hour worked after 8 PM during the week and an additional £0.50 per hour for weekend working.
• All contracted staff receive a Market Factor Supplement of £2,460 per year (full-time), pro rata for part-time roles.

As an employee of Nottinghamshire County Council, you will benefit from:

• A comprehensive induction programme.
• Access to significant training, supervision, and development opportunities.
• A supportive and enthusiastic team environment.
• Generous annual leave entitlement above statutory requirements.
• Participation in the local government pension scheme with a 6.5% employer contribution.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and have the skills we are looking for, we want to hear from you!

For informal discussion regarding this position, please telephone 01159170010 and ask to speak to the Team Manager.

NCC will not offer sponsorship for this role.

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