Crisis Intervention Practitioner (Family Support)

We require an enthusiastic, energetic, committed and skilled Crisis Intervention Practitioner to work within our school. The postholder will provide specialist social care-informed intervention for young people and families experiencing crisis, safeguarding concerns, family breakdown, neglect, exploitation risk or significant vulnerability. The post holder will bridge the gap between schools, families and statutory services to ensure timely support and coordinated intervention. Candidates should have: Qualification or significant experience in social work, family support, early help or safeguarding services. Experience working with vulnerable young people and families. Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, child protection processes and multi-agency working. Strong assessment, communication and report-writing skills. Ability to work effectively with families experiencing crisis and resistance to services. Understanding of the impact of trauma, neglect and exploitation on children and young people. The hours of work are term time only, 37 hours per week, 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday and 8am-3.30pm Friday. The salary for this post is LGA Scale SO1/2 £35,570-£40,444 per annum, full-time equivalent. The actual pro rata starting salary is £30,816-£35,039 per annum (paid for 45.05 weeks per year). The contact is fixed for 1 year (with the possibility of this being extended subject to funding). In joining Patcham High you will find a creative and supportive culture ..... full job details .....