Youth Practitioner: Nurturing Growth for Disabled Children

Dorset Council UK; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council is recruiting a Youth Practitioner in the Wimborne area to provide care and support to children and young people in a short break setting, with future outreach into homes. You will join a small staff team and work within a supportive council focused on nurturing development and inclusion.

We invest in your professional growth with funded qualifications, safeguarding training, and a clear path to senior roles.

Qualifications

• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or Level 4 Therapeutic Certificate in Childcare.
• Support with Maths & English if needed.
• Structured onboarding programme to help you settle in.
• Safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and behaviour management.
• First aid and health & safety training.
• Monthly reflective supervision and peer learning.
• Access to e-learning, workshops, and specialist courses.
• Clear routes to Senior Youth Practitioner and Team Leader roles.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with day-to-day activities and promote community participation.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and partner agencies.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for disabled children.
• Contribute to achieving the best outcomes and helping young people develop life skills.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Independent working

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare

Level 4 Therapeutic Certificate in Childcare

Job description

Dorset Council is recruiting a Youth Practitioner in the Wimborne area to provide care and support to children and young people in a short break setting, with future outreach into homes. You will join a small staff team and work within a supportive council focused on nurturing development and inclusion.

We invest in your professional growth with funded qualifications, safeguarding training, and a clear path to senior roles.