Intervention Worker post at Clayfields House, a secure children’s home run by Nottinghamshire County Council, on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. The role centres on one-to-one and group interventions that help young people understand risk-taking and offending, alongside assessments and care and risk planning. It is office based within a secure home for up to 20 young people with complex needs, working with care, education and health colleagues. A relevant degree and youth justice, social care or therapeutic experience are needed.
What the job involves
- Deliver 1:1 and group interventions tailored to individual needs
- Complete assessments and contribute to care, risk and intervention planning
- Help young people explore and understand offending, risk-taking and high-risk behaviour
- Build positive, professional relationships that encourage trust, engagement and change
- Work creatively with young people who have experienced trauma and significant challenges
- Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of care, education, health and other professionals
- Share knowledge and expertise, supporting colleagues and contributing to best practice across the home
What’s required
Qualifications
- A degree in a relevant discipline
Experience
- Experience in youth justice, social care or therapeutic interventions
Skills & knowledge
- Good understanding of trauma, attachment and child development
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Emotional resilience and ability to stay calm and constructive in challenging situations
Other
- Passion for working with young people and belief that change is possible
- Positive, proactive approach and commitment to improving outcomes for young people
What’s offered
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Access to significant training, supervision and development opportunities
- Supportive and enthusiastic team environment
- Generous annual leave entitlement above statutory requirements
- Local government pension scheme with 6.5% employer contribution
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
