Missing Returns Officer

Join Us as a Missing Returns Officer!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the skills and experience to help ensure their safety and well-being? If so, our client is looking for a dedicated Missing Returns Officer to join their team in Wolverhampton on a fixed-term contract!

Position Details:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
• Hourly Rate: -18.26 PAYE
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Location: Wolverhampton

What You''ll Do:
As a Missing Returns Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a coordinated response to missing children in the city. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting missing return interviews and exploitation screening tools with young people, adhering to statutory guidance.
• Providing specialist advice and guidance to practitioners regarding vulnerable young people who go missing.
• Collaborating effectively with key agencies to monitor and support at-risk youth.
• Assessing risks related to child exploitation, gangs, youth violence, and educational disengagement to ensure tailored support.
• Actively participating in the exploitation hub and daily briefings, including reviewing overnight cases and occasionally chairing meetings.
• Reporting trends and themes, providing performance information to the Hub Manager and Service Manager.

Who We''re Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• Qualifications: NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Health and Social Care, Community Development).
• Training: Evidence of ongoing training in youth work issues, particularly in targeted settings.
• Experience:

- Extensive experience working directly with children, young people, and families.
- Substantial background in advising on missing children.
- A clear understanding of child exploitation issues and their connection to missing cases.
- Experience in community development and conducting needs assessments.
- A proven ability to work in diverse communities.

Why Join Us?
This is your chance to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in Wolverhampton! Our client offers a vibrant and supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and make a difference every day.

• Competitive pay at -18.26 per hour.
• A fulfilling role that truly matters in the community.
• Opportunity to collaborate with passionate professionals and key agencies.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you''re enthusiastic about supporting vulnerable young people and have the skills to excel in this role, we want to hear from you! Apply today to embark on an exciting journey as a Missing Returns Officer. Together, we can create a safer, brighter future for the youth of Wolverhampton!

Apply Now! Your future awaits!

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