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Youth Practitioner – Supporting Young People to Thrive
Do you have a passion for supporting young people to achieve the best possible outcomes in life? Are you ready to make a real difference by helping prevent care escalation, placement breakdowns, or facilitating placement step-downs?
Join us as a Youth Practitioner, where every day is an opportunity to inspire, support, and empower young people facing challenges.
About the Role
As part of a dynamic team, you’ll provide direct care within:
- Residential settings
- Community-based interventions
For young people:
- On the edge of care
- In foster placements
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Building strong, relationships with young people and families
- Delivering personalised support tailored to individual needs
- Fostering life skills that enable young people to thrive independently
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Professional Growth & Development
Dorset is committed to your long-term success, offering a comprehensive, fully funded training programme:
Professional Qualifications
- Level 3 Diploma in Childcare (or equivalent)
- Level 4 Therapeutic Certificate in Childcare
- Additional support for Maths & English qualifications if needed
Core Skills & Induction
- Structured onboarding programme
- Training in:
- Safeguarding
- Trauma-informed care
- Behaviour management
- First aid & health & safety
Ongoing Development
- Monthly reflective supervision & peer learning
- Access to:
- E-learning courses
- Workshops & specialist training
- Therapeutic care & attachment strategies
- Child development & neurodiversity deep dives
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Career Progression
- Clear routes to Senior Youth Practitioner & Team Leader roles
- Leadership programmes
- Coaching & mentoring opportunities
What We’re Looking For
You must be:
- Resilient, empathetic, and skilled at forming meaningful connections
- Adept at proactive, solution-focused interventions, while celebrating individuality & diversity
- Flexible to cover:
- Evenings
- Weekends
- Sleep-in duties (ensuring consistent support for young people)
Essential Requirements
- Hold (or be committed to gaining) a QCF Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous professional development
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help shape the future of Dorset’s young people.
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