Category:
Care - Children and Young People Contract type:
Permanent Working hours:
36 hours per week Posted on:
9 January 2025 Closing date:
30 January 2025 Location:
Redhill, Dorking and Staines, Surrey Description
The starting salary for these positions is £32,512 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to announce a new opportunity for
Adolescent Practitioners
to join our fantastic Adolescent Service North & East Teams. The positions are open to
hybrid working
and as a team we split our time between working in the community, working from home and collaborating together in the office. We have the following positions available: East: Redhill - 1 x full-time, permanent position East: Mole Valley, Dorking - 2 x full-time, 12 month fixed-term positions North: Spelthorne, based in Staines - 1 x full-time, permanent position Rewards and Benefits
26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Adolescent Service in Surrey who bring together a range of services for young people including: Those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation Those that are at risk of becoming homeless Those that are vulnerable to school exclusion and/or require additional support due to having emotional or mental health needs, neurodiversity and/or additional needs where this is impacting on relationships within the family home and/or are at increased risk in the community The Adolescent Service is built on the belief that relationships are the key vehicle for achieving change. The service is underpinned by 'Relational Practice' principles, an intentional way of working where: establishing, attending to, and maintaining empathetic and honest interpersonal relationships are prioritised. This approach includes our relationships and how we work with each other. Adopting this approach supports us to create systems that can be trauma-informed and respond appropriately to individuals' different needs and experiences. It supports everyone's ability to work restoratively to resolve conflict, repair harm and support change. As an Adolescent Practitioner in our Regional Hub Team you will: Support whole families through a strengths-based and trauma informed approach, utilising motivational interviewing skills and effective relational approaches Coordinate key support services and professionals to form an engaged, active and effective Team Around the Family, with clearly defined roles and expectations as per the family plan Ensure casework is adequately recorded as per the team policy and procedures, including timely and accurate case notes, assessments and reports Be the lead Practitioner for a caseload of families, maintaining positive contact and effectively managing the balance of providing hands-on support and coordinating relevant partners, as per a shared family plan, to keep them safe from harm Shortlisting Criteria
We are looking for skilled and passionate adolescent workers who are dedicated to working positively with young people in sometimes challenging and complex situations and who have the confidence and emotional intelligence to engage others. To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following: An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of practitioners working with vulnerable children and young people with experience of working in a social work, youth justice, youth work, teaching, counselling or probation environment Appreciation of best practice approaches when supporting children and young people Basic awareness of relevant legislation affecting working with children, including the Children Act (1989) and the Children and Adoption Act (2002) IT skills, including use of databases, email, Word and Excel Ability to prioritise and manage under pressure with minimal supervision Willingness to learn and undertake training relevant to the role Transferable skills and experience from a youth work, youth justice, education, residential children's homes, social work, or child mental health service background would align well to this role, where you will have the opportunity to gain further skills and experience in a dynamic and innovative environment. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to your contractual base and across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to these roles. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact: The job advert closes at 23:59 30/01/2025 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Our Values Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
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Care - Children and Young People Contract type:
Permanent Working hours:
36 hours per week Posted on:
9 January 2025 Closing date:
30 January 2025 Location:
Redhill, Dorking and Staines, Surrey Description
The starting salary for these positions is £32,512 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to announce a new opportunity for
Adolescent Practitioners
to join our fantastic Adolescent Service North & East Teams. The positions are open to
hybrid working
and as a team we split our time between working in the community, working from home and collaborating together in the office. We have the following positions available: East: Redhill - 1 x full-time, permanent position East: Mole Valley, Dorking - 2 x full-time, 12 month fixed-term positions North: Spelthorne, based in Staines - 1 x full-time, permanent position Rewards and Benefits
26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new Adolescent Service in Surrey who bring together a range of services for young people including: Those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation Those that are at risk of becoming homeless Those that are vulnerable to school exclusion and/or require additional support due to having emotional or mental health needs, neurodiversity and/or additional needs where this is impacting on relationships within the family home and/or are at increased risk in the community The Adolescent Service is built on the belief that relationships are the key vehicle for achieving change. The service is underpinned by 'Relational Practice' principles, an intentional way of working where: establishing, attending to, and maintaining empathetic and honest interpersonal relationships are prioritised. This approach includes our relationships and how we work with each other. Adopting this approach supports us to create systems that can be trauma-informed and respond appropriately to individuals' different needs and experiences. It supports everyone's ability to work restoratively to resolve conflict, repair harm and support change. As an Adolescent Practitioner in our Regional Hub Team you will: Support whole families through a strengths-based and trauma informed approach, utilising motivational interviewing skills and effective relational approaches Coordinate key support services and professionals to form an engaged, active and effective Team Around the Family, with clearly defined roles and expectations as per the family plan Ensure casework is adequately recorded as per the team policy and procedures, including timely and accurate case notes, assessments and reports Be the lead Practitioner for a caseload of families, maintaining positive contact and effectively managing the balance of providing hands-on support and coordinating relevant partners, as per a shared family plan, to keep them safe from harm Shortlisting Criteria
We are looking for skilled and passionate adolescent workers who are dedicated to working positively with young people in sometimes challenging and complex situations and who have the confidence and emotional intelligence to engage others. To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following: An understanding of the roles and responsibilities of practitioners working with vulnerable children and young people with experience of working in a social work, youth justice, youth work, teaching, counselling or probation environment Appreciation of best practice approaches when supporting children and young people Basic awareness of relevant legislation affecting working with children, including the Children Act (1989) and the Children and Adoption Act (2002) IT skills, including use of databases, email, Word and Excel Ability to prioritise and manage under pressure with minimal supervision Willingness to learn and undertake training relevant to the role Transferable skills and experience from a youth work, youth justice, education, residential children's homes, social work, or child mental health service background would align well to this role, where you will have the opportunity to gain further skills and experience in a dynamic and innovative environment. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to your contractual base and across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to these roles. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact: The job advert closes at 23:59 30/01/2025 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Our Values Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
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Industry:
Government Administration
Specialties:
Adult Social Care and Public Health, Deputy Chief Executive's Office
Employees:
10,001+
Founded:
1889
Address:
11 Cockshot Hill, Reigate, Surrey, , GB, RH2 8EF
Every single person at Surrey County Council has a unique opportunity to make Surrey a better place to live. Whether it's by protecting people from harm, making Surrey's roads safer or conserving our beautiful countryside. We want to continue making Surrey an even better place to live and we understand the key to this is a workforce with different skills and life experiences. If you are looking for an organisation which actively promotes on-going learning, a challenging career path and rewards success, stop your job search with us. Working for Surrey means making positive and practical differences to the lives of people living and working in the county.
