Young Peoples Practitioner – WEST EIM

Volunteer Centre; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community organization in England is seeking a dedicated individual to provide mentoring and intensive support to young people referred for help. The role involves delivering tailored interventions, including group work and one-to-one support, to help young individuals overcome barriers and reengage with education. Experience in working with this demographic is essential, and the position is expected to start immediately.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing mentoring and support for young people.
• Ability to deliver tailored interventions based on individual needs.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and intensive support for referred young people.
• Access a range of interventions based on young people’s needs.
• Support families to strengthen relationships.

Job description

Commissioned by West Leeds AIP, the postholder will work across schools and education settings within the West Silc’s catchment. The postholder will provide creative and strength based interventions to young people referred for support due to risks outside the home (CSE/CGE) IT is expected that interventions will enable young people to overcome barriers and to reengage with education and learning.

What we are looking for?

The post holder will be expected to provide mentoring and intensive support for young people referred to the service. Provide access to a range of interventions that are planned around the needs of the young person. This could include group work, one to one support and access to holiday activities. Support the wider family as required, strengthening attachments and improving relationships. And advocate with schools and other professionals involved.

We are ideally looking for an immediate start.