Youth Support Practitioner

Job Location	Beccles
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£30,384 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

Suffolk County Councilare looking to recruit flexible and highly motivatedYouth Support Practitionerto join our team based in Beccles, Suffolk, who share the same commitment, dedication, care, and support as we do. You will join us on a full or part time, permanent basis. Thesuccessful candidate will earn a competitive£30,384 per annum (prorata for part time) which includes a salary of £26,421 + 15% per annum unsociable hours allowance £3,963 (pro rata for part time), please also note that in addition to your salary, you will also receive payment at minimum wage for any sleep-in duties performedas part of your rotaAbout the Youth Support Practitioner role:Why work in residential care“Every day is different working in a children’s home. Whether it’s preparing the children for their school day or taking them out on a fun activity each day you help create happy memories which the children can take forward into their adult lives”Suffolk County Council actively seeks self-driven, flexible, highly motivated, and caring individuals to join the Lowestoft Children’s Home team.Beccles Children’s Home is mixed-gender, for up to 6 children aged 11 - 17 years old. We provide support for the children in our care to achieve the best possible outcomes in all aspects of their lives, including education, health, and social and fun activities,as well as supporting them to build positive and appropriate relationships.As our Youth Support Practitioner, you will have:

can bring personality, life skills, and experience to help our children and young people develop, grow, and have fulfilling lives
will be an integral part of a team that ensures every child and young person who walks through our doors feels welcome, cared for, safe, and happy
can listen to children and families and work collaboratively with them
are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
are self-motivated and able to work without constant supervision
have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

To enhance your development, full training will be provided regularly as well as monthly supervision with your line manager to ensure you feel supported within your role.In addition to this, the home provides virtual clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your well-being but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care.The home welcomes applications from candidates who are already working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or who hold a suitable practitioner-level qualification at Level 3 or equivalent experience in a relevant area.Our residential homes are open 365 days a year and you will need the ability to work flexibly (shift work and weekend working are a core part of the role, including bank holidays).Benefits youll receive as our Youth Support Practitioner:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
plus more!

Travel and workplace requirementsWe positively encourage the use of technology to communicate, but in this role, you will need to travel to locations away from your contractual base, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meetthe mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.The Childrens Home has access to a pool car for use during your shift, for certain duties that may arise.If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability to meet the travel requirements of this role, please speak with the contact detailed below.This role will be worked from a fixed base, listed in the job details above. If you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements, please contact the recruiting manager listed above.About us:As a modern and effective council, weoffer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range ofskills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options thatflex to reflect the way people work today and take the time tounderstand and support yourindividual needs. We’re drivento make a positive difference to the world around us andencourage everyone with drive and focus to join us andbuild an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.Closing date: 4 February 2024Interview date: 15/16 February 2024If you think you have what it takes to be successful in thisYouth Support Practitionerrole, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. Weare also committed to flexible working.

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