Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer

Academics; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer to work in a specialist school in Guildford. This role offers a unique opportunity to support vulnerable children who have faced traumas, helping them achieve their full potential. You will work alongside teachers and specialists to provide essential restorative experiences, focusing on the social and emotional needs of students. This position is perfect for graduates in Criminology or Psychology looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. With excellent training and support provided, this is a chance to contribute to a nurturing environment where students can thrive.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD provided

Term time only work

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping vulnerable children and young people.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Build strong relationships to enhance engagement and attainment.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Communication

Motivation

Resilience

Education

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Psychology

Job description

Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer - Guildford - Graduates and Trainees - Outreach - SEMH - Mental Health - SEN - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology

Are you passionate about demonstrating the value of education to vulnerable children who have been exposed to traumas and adverse childhood experiences?

Are you passionate about restorative approaches?

The School

We are looking for a dedicated Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer to work in this small, specialist school near Guildford. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. This role will give you essential restorative experience within anti-social and challenging settings - the perfect opportunity for graduates and trainees if you are thinking of a career in prison, rehabilitation, probation, or youth justice services. Based on holistic and therapeutic practice, this is an amazing opportunity for Criminology and Psychology Graduates. The role will give you hands-on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children, aiming to ensure they do not enter the criminal justice system.

You will be working alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), challenges and traumas. Some children/young people will have suffered adverse childhood experiences, and you will identify their risks and needs, escalating where necessary. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

Person Specification for Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer - Guildford

• Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Able to build confidence and motivation
• Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work

Start date ASAP - Guildford based
Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students.
£80-£100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, term time only.
No previous experience is required.
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply.

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd if interested in the Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer role:
01483 362 636
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Guildford