Relief Assistant Practitioner

Clayfields House Secure Unit, Stapleford, NG9 8GU

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Be there for young people when they need you most – and we’ll be there for you. Join us as a Relief Assistant Practitioner at Clayfields House, where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

At Clayfields House, we are looking for extraordinary individuals to join our team as Relief Assistant Practitioners. Your role will be vital in helping young people achieve positive change in their lives. You will work with vulnerable individuals, addressing their physical, emotional, and mental health care needs in a supportive environment.

This role is both challenging and rewarding, as you will be caring for some of the most vulnerable young people in the country.

• Engaging with young people to encourage their personal development and well-being.
• Planning and delivering enriching activities and supporting daily life skills for young people in our care.
• Collaborating with a team to create a safe and nurturing environment.
• Acting as a positive role model to our young people.
• Covering shifts due to Annual Leave and other absences.

• A minimum of 6 months experience of working with children and young people.
• Understanding of the physical, emotional, and mental health needs of vulnerable young people.
• Resilience and adaptability to thrive in a challenging environment.
• Ability to set and maintain appropriate boundaries while providing support.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and contribute to a positive atmosphere.
• Creativity to engage young people in meaningful activities

• Enthusiasm, passion and commitment to supporting young people in becoming the best version of themselves.
• Strong communication skills to engage with young people and colleagues.
• Empathy and compassion to understand the needs of vulnerable individuals.
• Problem-solving mindset, focusing on solutions rather than challenges.
• Ability to connect with young people and be relatable.
• Assertiveness and confidence in your approach to support and setting boundaries.
• A sense of humour to connect with young people and create a positive environment.

At Clayfields House, we provide secure care, education, and specialist interventions for up to 20 young people aged 10-18 with complex needs. These young people come to us due to youth justice issues or welfare concerns, often having faced difficult care histories and traumatic experiences. We believe that everyone can achieve positive change, and we need positive thinkers to help us create a ‘centre of excellence’ for those in our care.

• A comprehensive and supportive induction, including Safety Intervention training
• Regular supervision and strong peer support from an experienced management team
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Access to wellbeing, health, and counselling support
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (6.5% employer contribution)

Working hours are varied, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, with generous shift enhancements that can significantly increase your annual earnings.

Working at Clayfields House is challenging- but it is also meaningful, purposeful, and deeply…