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Hatched Recruitment Group

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need relevant qualifications in youth-related disciplines, group work experience, safeguarding knowledge, familiarity with legislation, ongoing training, and skills in program development and participative practice.
  • You will support vulnerable youth through one-on-one and group interventions, organize community reparation placements, create timetables, and lead youth forums.

Requirements

  • A relevant professional qualification in a child, youth or family related discipline e.g. teaching, youth work, early years, probation; youth justice.
  • Experience of the design and delivery of group work for young people including personal development and capacity building activities in universal and detached settings.
  • Experience of working effectively with other professionals in order to safeguard children, young people and their families particularly those who present with risk issues and challenging behaviour such as substance misuse, anti-social behaviour, mental health and criminality.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, policy, practice and current issues related to children, young people, youth work, youth justice, crime and antisocial behaviour.
  • Evidence of continuous training and personal development to increase skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of the theory and practice of working with young people.
  • Knowledge of developing and managing participation programmes of activity and the programme development cycle and participative practice.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and delivery of one-to-one support for children and young people allocated in the youth justice services assessed as high risk and meeting Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) criteria. This requires excellent engagement skills with vulnerable young people subject to statutory intervention from the youth justice service as part of a Court order.
  • To create alongside the Youth Justice Service Case Manager a weekly Intensive ISS timetable. To plan, deliver and review support packages designed to ensure a high standard, smooth and consistent delivery of timetabled activities for young people and their families including the services of other agencies.
  • To deliver specific interventions with children and young people on a one-to-one and group work basis contributing towards supporting children's desistance from offending, safety & wellbeing and risk of harm to others.
  • Developing, organising and facilitating community reparation placements. Supervising children/young people attending these community reparation placements and monitoring attendance to support Youth Justice Service practitioners to manage interventions. Keeping records up-to-date and ensuring compliance and enforcement in line with the Youth Justice Service breach procedure, and through the Court process when necessary.
  • Lead the planning, facilitation and evaluation of the Youth Justice Service 'youth forum'. The hours of this role as 35 hours per week. Please note that this can include working in the early evening as well as providing occasional cover for appointments/reparation on Sunday's.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Youth Engagement Officer position?

The role requires full-time hours of 36 hours a week, which may include early evening work and occasional cover for appointments on Sundays.

What is the hourly rate for this position?

The hourly rate for the Youth Engagement Officer position is £23 per hour.

What qualifications are required for the Youth Engagement Officer role?

A relevant professional qualification in a child, youth, or family related discipline is required, such as in teaching, youth work, early years, probation, or youth justice.

What experience is preferred for candidates applying for this role?

Candidates should have experience in designing and delivering group work for young people, as well as working effectively with other professionals to safeguard children, particularly those with risk issues and challenging behavior.

What specific responsibilities will the Youth Engagement Officer have?

Responsibilities include planning and delivering one-to-one support for high-risk young people, creating a weekly Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) timetable, facilitating community reparation placements, and leading the youth forum within the Youth Justice Service.

Is there a need for knowledge of legislation and national standards?

Yes, candidates must possess knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, and current issues regarding children, young people, youth work, and youth justice.

When is the expected start date for this position?

The start date for the Youth Engagement Officer position is as soon as possible (ASAP).

Is this position suitable for individuals with a background in probation work?

Yes, individuals with a background in probation work are considered suitable as the role involves elements of youth justice and working with vulnerable populations.

Will the Youth Engagement Officer be responsible for group interventions?

Yes, the Youth Engagement Officer will deliver specific interventions with children and young people on both a one-to-one and group work basis.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there is an expectation of continuous training and personal development to increase skills in this role.

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Hatched Recruitment Group

Where STEM Talent Takes Flight

Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hatched Recruit is a recruitment agency specializing in connecting top talent with organizations across various sectors. Their ultimate mission is to simplify and enhance the hiring process, ensuring that both candidates and employers find the perfect fit. By focusing on personalized service and deep industry knowledge, they aim to build lasting relationships that benefit all parties involved. Their purpose is to empower businesses by providing access to skilled professionals while helping candidates achieve their career goals in an efficient and supportive manner.