Senior Practitioner – Education & Partnerships

Change Grow Liveare a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives offering support and respect in a safe environment treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.

Our core values areBe open be compassionate and be boldand our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives grow as individuals and live life to its full potential.

Are you passionate about supporting young people and shaping education-based interventions We are looking for a Senior Practitioner Education & Partnerships to lead strategic engagement with schools colleges and community partners across Buckinghamshire. This is a unique opportunity to combine frontline expertise with leadership in developing targeted education programmes and partnership work.

Where: Buckinghamshire (Countywide)

Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week

Full Time Salary Range: 32002.35- 34214.20*

*Please note:Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a practice lead within our Children & Young Peoples Service working with young people with complex needs.
• Drive the development and delivery of substance misuse prevention and early intervention programmes in educational settings.
• Build strong relationships with schools PRUs youth services and voluntary organisations.
• Represent the service at education forums safeguarding panels and partnership boards.
• Line manage the Targeted Intervention Coordinator and oversee the Youth Ambassadors programme.
• Provide training and consultation to professionals on issues facing young people around substance misuse.
• Deliver high-quality interventions for young people with complex needs including assessments care planning and psychosocial support.
• Lead education-focused initiatives such as targeted ter 2 workshops and interventions.
• Develop resources and toolkits for schools and youth settings.
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting for educational interventions.
• Support the Team Leader with case management audits and service development.
• Champion safeguarding and trauma-informed practice across all activities.

About You

Were looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in multi-agency working and building strong partnerships.
• Knowledgeable about young peoples substance misuse safeguarding and harm reduction.
• Skilled in delivering education programmes and managing staff or volunteers.
• Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).

• You will need to work flexibly countywide across Buckinghamshire so must hold a full UK driving license and have access to a car.

What we Offer

• 25 days holiday ( bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years service Capped at 30 days
• Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping cinema holidays etc.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a vital service alongside a friendly and supportive team
• Training career development & progression opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme.

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas unfortunately we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.