Trauma-Informed Adolescent Safeguarding Practitioner

Hertfordshire County Council; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertfordshire County Council is recruiting Adolescent Practitioners to support families in Stevenage and surrounding areas. The role focuses on intensive, relationship-based work with children aged 10+ and their families, within a multi-disciplinary team.

You will deliver coaching and parenting interventions, use evidence-based methods, and collaborate with partner agencies to improve outcomes for young people at risk. Flexible hours include evenings and weekends to fit service needs.

Qualifications

• Experience and understanding of case management including assessment, action planning and reviews
• Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating support activities for and with young people and their carers
• Knowledge of safeguarding where children are at risk of intrafamilial harm, including substance misuse and mental health
• Knowledge of equality and diversity issues
• Knowledge of child development and adolescents, social, emotional and mental health needs

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive, relationship-based support to children and young people aged 10+ and their families, helping them to remain safely at home where possible
• Work with young people experiencing complex challenges, including family breakdown, exploitation, and other safeguarding risks
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children, young people and families, tailoring your approach to meet their individual needs
• Use evidence-based interventions and work alongside specialist professionals to help families achieve lasting positive change
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to develop and deliver effective support plans
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure all work is recorded appropriately
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of children and families, including occasional evening and weekend working

Skills

Case management experience

Engage with vulnerable youths

Safeguarding knowledge

Driving licence

Vehicle access

Job description

Hertfordshire County Council is recruiting Adolescent Practitioners to support families in Stevenage and surrounding areas. The role focuses on intensive, relationship-based work with children aged 10+ and their families, within a multi-disciplinary team.

You will deliver coaching and parenting interventions, use evidence-based methods, and collaborate with partner agencies to improve outcomes for young people at risk. Flexible hours include evenings and weekends to fit service needs.