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Youth Justice Practitioner Apprentice
Wokingham Borough Council, Waterford House, Erfstadt Court, Wokingham, Shute End/Home Working (Hybrid)
Contract, Flexible hours, Full time
Basic DBS check required
£23,500 per annum, plus benefits (pay award pending)
37 hours
We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Youth Justice Practitioner Apprentice to join our supportive Youth Justice Team here at Wokingham Borough Council on a 24-month Fixed Term Contract.
As the Youth Justice Practitioner Apprentice, you will play an important role in supporting the team with assessments, analysis and critical thinking to understand children, their needs, the risk factors and strengths, which will underpin the plans we put in place and then deliver.
Apprenticeship: You will work towards the level 5 Youth Justice Practitioner qualification and gain valuable skills and experience with the potential to move into a qualified Youth Justice Worker position on completion of your apprenticeship.
Apprentices will complete 4 knowledge modules which are underpinned by the Child First Tenets, and which align with the knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) in the Youth Justice Practitioner Apprenticeship Programme (YJPA) Standard.
Approximately 20% of working hours will be devoted to workshops, online learning, coaching, on the job practical training, work shadowing and mentoring and other professional development activities.
The apprentice will be supported and trained on the job by the Youth Justice Team and will be coached and mentored by the independent apprenticeship provider.
This is a two-year apprenticeship programme which is delivered online by Unitas - Apprenticeship: Youth Justice Practitioner – Unitas
Key Responsibilities
- We work with children who are at risk of offending or who have already offended to reduce the chances they will offend again and support them achieve their full potential.
- A key aspect of our work is writing analytical and critical assessments, reports and plans. There is a lot of case management and record keeping as an essential part of our job.
- We have a duty to safeguard our children whilst also protecting the public: risk assessments, risk management and safeguarding and welfare of the children we work with is an essential aspect of our role.
- We work with a trauma informed and child first approach, with a focus on building relationships with children and families.
- We work in a multi-agency team and context: we support children as part of a network so you must be good communicating with others to overcome barriers and achieve better outcomes for our children.
- Our role involves adherence to many pieces of legislation, frameworks, and guidance which you will have to learn and become familiar with to be able to deliver your role.
Candidate Requirements
- There is a requirement for this apprenticeship programme that apprentices must have either GCSE grade 4/C or above in Maths and English or equivalent (e.g. functional skills level 2) prior to enrolment.
- You can relate and engage with children and families, who have often experienced trauma.
- Able to write in an analytical and critical fashion, interpreting and analysing facts to produce reports and assessments for different audiences.
- You will need to work to tight deadlines, in a fast paced, varied and rapidly changing environment and keep accurate and timely records.
- Experience of processing significant amount of written information (i.e. legislation, frameworks).
- Due to the requirements of the role, candidates will require a full driving licence and use of vehicle for business use.
Benefits
Not only is this a fantastic time to join our team, but you will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including a generous annual leave entitlement of up to 25 days (rising to 30 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays, an excellent local government pension scheme, an employee assistance programme, local and big brand discounts, free use of an onsite gym and much more!
The post provides the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive working environment.
Our Area
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Click the link below to find our more and to apply today.
Alternatively, for an informal chat about the role please contact Bea Nigolian, Team Manager -Prevention and Youth Justice Service via email bea.nigolian@wokingham.gov.uk
Closing date: Sunday 22nd September 2024, 11pm
Interview date: Monday 30th September and Tuesday 1st October 2024
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
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