Early Intervention CCE practitioner (Shropshire and Telford) (5463)

Early Intervention CCE practitioner (Shropshire and Telford) Home based but must live locally or within the surrounding areas of Telford or Shropshire Fixed Term ContractSalary £26,269.74 per annum37 hours per weekSessional, full time and part time posts can be discussedRegular travel required within the local areaFixed term contract until March 2025 The Children’s Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support children when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We’re there for children, every step of the way. This role sits within our Youth Impact Domain, which works to provide immediate one-to-one and group support for children who urgently need it. Your role will be to help us maintain and develop innovative practice to support our work in our services around the country. Climb are an Prevention and Early Intervention Service for 10-17 year old's who may vulnerable to criminal exploitation and/or at risk of entering the criminal justice system. We offer 1-1 outreach support and access to positive diversionary activities in their local areas.This is an exciting role within an established and expanding service across West Mercia. There are a number of varied, practitioner roles that are set to increase. We are currently looking for a Exploitation Practitioner to join our dynamic, ambitious team. This role will support young people at risk of criminal exploitation or entering the criminal justice system; at an early intervention level. This will be through 1-1, direct work and support in accessing positive diversionary activities, therefore reducing the risk. It will also require excellent mutli-agency work.This role is for people with a passion in supporting vulnerable young people on a 1-1 basis, in raising their aspirations, building their confidence, working together with professionals to ensure the most appropriate, robust and holistic support is offered to meet each individual’s needs. A key part of this role will be your ability to positively impact the lives of Children and Young people.You will need to be able to engage with professional colleagues also, have presentation skills, and be able to bring people together around mutual goals.Although the contracts are home based, there will be a lot of daily travel across Telford or Shropshire area. Although there is no specific office base, you will be part of a geographically based team and will be well supported by the management team and all of your colleagues.We have a robust induction period and encourage personal and professional development.We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIESIn order to be successful in this role, you must have: Basic knowledge child exploitationRelevant experience of working with a diverse range of complex young peopleThe ability to demonstrate and understand safeguarding and risk management. Experience of Partnership and Multi-agency working Excellent time management skillsAdministrative skillsThe ability to adhere to organisational quality standards and policies.Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle. INFO