Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join 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 Reset retreat, a short stay in Reset residential provision, and a tailored support plan. We are looking for committed, experienced and tenacious practitioners to form part of a small team to deliver a unique 18 month Reset pilot. You will need to be rooted in practice, with experience of working at a frontline level with vulnerable adults and children.
Responsibilities
Working as a key member of the Reset Team, you will provide high quality support for children subject to Deprivation of Liberty Orders. You will work systemically and developmentally, building positive relationships and affecting sustainable change in the lives of young people and their key supporting networks. You will work flexibly in line with Barking & Dagenham’s flexible working policy and be part of a team on-call rota. You will manage a small caseload of 3–4 children over an 18 month period, undertaking intensive outreach work and developing relationships with children and their key networks.
What you will bring
- A broad range of skills, knowledge and experience gained in services that address and challenge social exclusion.
- The ability to work confidently across disciplines and collaborate with a wide range of professionals.
- A strong understanding of the vulnerabilities affecting young people subject to Deprivation of Liberty Orders.
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 Children’s Barring Service check.
The role requires participation in a team on-call rota and flexible working outside standard hours to meet the needs of children and families. Any additional hours worked as part of the on-call rota or out of hours activity will be remunerated in line with the Council’s overtime arrangements.
In Barking and Dagenham, we are ambitious for our children, young people and families. Our Children’s 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 responsibilities
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Qualifications
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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.
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