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Job Title: Children and Young People PractitionerLocation: EssexHours: 37.5 hours per week (9:30am - 5:30pm)Salary: £15-£19 Per Hour Contract: Temporary - 2-3 months Start Date: As soon as possibleAbout the RoleWe're recruiting a Children and Young People Practitioner to deliver direct support to children and young people living in refuge accommodation. This role focuses on helping children and their mothers recover from the impact of domestic abuse through one-to-one sessions, group work, play-based activities, and family support.You'll be working closely with support staff, local agencies, and the wider family unit to ensure every child's voice is heard and their individual needs are understood and met.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct emotional and practical support to children and young people in refugeCarry out risk and therapeutic assessments, and create tailored support plansDeliver structured one-to-one and group sessions using creative and play-based approachesSupport family relationships and work with mothers on parenting strategiesAdvocate for children and young people in relation to education, health, and safeguardingPlan and deliver engaging activities during school holidays and after school hoursLiaise with external agencies and attend multi-agency meetings when required
Ensure all safeguarding concerns are appropriately addressed and reportedAccurately maintain case records and risk assessmentsSupport the ongoing development of the children's services offerAbout YouEssential Experience & Knowledge:Working with children and young people affected by domestic abuse or traumaManaging a caseload and developing support plansPlanning and delivering play and activity-based sessionsSafeguarding children and working within child protection frameworksSupporting parents/carers with parenting strategiesWorking collaboratively with multi-agency partnersSkills & Attributes:
Strong understanding of child development and the impact of traumaConfident communicator with children, families, and professionalsAble to balance multiple priorities in a busy, emotionally demanding environmentCommitted to anti-discriminatory, inclusive practiceIT-literate with experience using case management systemsQualifications:A relevant qualification at Level 3 or above (e.g. Childcare, Early Years, Social Work)Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain)Ability to travel between sites as required
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
