Senior Practitioner Breaking Barriers Essex

Ormiston; Essex; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization based in Essex is looking for an experienced practitioner to join their dynamic team. The role involves providing outcome-based support to children and young people affected by the imprisonment of a parent or family member. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, delivering one-to-one support in different settings, and coordinating with partner agencies. A valid UK driving license and willingness to travel within Essex are essential. The role offers a salary of £25,880 per annum and aligns with safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children, young people, and families.
• UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for county-wide travel.
• Prepared to travel within Essex to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments with parents/carers and partner agencies.
• Provide one-to-one support in various settings.
• Coordinate packages of support to meet individual needs.

Skills

Support for children and young people

Organisational skills

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Salary is £25,880 per annum

Based in Essex

The Breaking Barriers Project is a service which works with Children, Young People (CYP) and Families who have been affected by the imprisonment of a parent or close family member. Our service offers one-to-one support to Children and Young People to maintain a connection with the imprisoned parent/loved one (where appropriate), support their emotional wellbeing and build resilience to enable them to reach their full potential. The work we do plays a critical role in helping to reduce reoffending rates and improve outcomes for children and young people.

The role of the post holder is to provide outcome-based support designed to address the needs of children and young people with a parent/carer or close family member in prison who may feel isolated or excluded in their home and community, ensuring that these programmes meet individual need and further the aims of Ormiston Families.

Responsibilities

To carry out initial assessments with parents/carers and partner agencies following referrals to the service and identify and agree individual outcomes for children and young people.

To work one to one in the home, schools, on-line and other community settings coordinating packages of support with CYP, with other agencies where appropriate, that meet the complex needs of children and young people, reduce risks, improve safety and work towards emotional well-being and development.

Requirements

We are looking for an experienced practitioner confident in supporting children, young people and families to join our dynamic, ambitious team. You will need to be organised and self-motivated and have a passion for improving the outcomes for children/young people.

You will need to be prepared to travel within the County of Essex to enable you to carry out the direct work with Children, Young People and Families.

You will need to have a UK driving licence and access to a vehicle as travel across the county is required.

To apply please click on the apply online button.

Closing date for applications: 12:00pm, Friday 27th February 2026

Safeguarding and DBS requirements for your role:

Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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