Youth Support Practitioner

At Suffolk County Council , we believe that when our people grow, our communities thrive. That's why we're looking for passionate Youth Support Practitioners to join our team. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment for vulnerable children and young people.

You will join a small, dedicated team providing high-quality care and support within a one-bed children's home in Brandon. The home offers a nurturing, safe, and stable environment for one child or young person aged 11-17, with staffing arrangements typically comprising two staff members on duty to ensure consistent support and positive relationship building.

We provide support for the children and young people 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.

We believe every child and young person deserves a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people and can work fixed shifts , we want to hear from you.

This rewarding role offers the chance to change futures in a home from home. Your role and responsibilities You will work as part of a dedicated team to provide day-to-day support for some of the most vulnerable children in the county.

You will help children who may experience social, emotional, and mental health difficulties, including those who have experienced trauma and display high-level challenging behaviours. Your role will involve building strong, trusting relationships with young residents, monitoring their wellbeing, and encouraging their personal growth and independence.

You will

promote the development of children and young people within the environment safeguard all children from threats to their health and welfare maintain a safe and sensitive atmosphere that meets the needs of the children develop and maintain good relationships with parents, social workers, teachers, and other professionals maintain accurate and detailed records deliver effective communications within the Home and with outside agencies and the community assist in planning and implementing care plans for children in collaboratio...

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