Children and Young People’s Practitioner Location: Woking, Surrey Salary: £25,642 per annum (£8,205.60 actual earnings per annum) Job Type: Permanent Hours: 12 hours per week (Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday) Minerva Recruitment is excited to support our client in recruiting a compassionate and dedicated Children and Young People’s Practitioner to join their team in Woking, Surrey. About the Role: This is a frontline role offering essential support to families within the prison system. As a Children and Young People’s Practitioner, you will provide guidance and practical assistance to children, young people, and their families. You will also support family-centred services, including casework, family-focused interventions, and ensuring family visits are positive and meaningful experiences for everyone involved. Key Responsibilities: • Offer advice and support to prisoners and their families to foster stronger, healthier relationships. • Lead engaging activities for children, including play sessions, homework clubs, and Storytime, promoting development and family bonding. • Manage a caseload, assess family needs, and guide families through the support process. • Work collaboratively with your team to maintain a welcoming and safe environment for families. • Ensure that family visits are positive, especially for children of all ages, making it a supportive and enriching experience. What We Are Looking For: • Previous experience working with children and families, ideally in a family services or prison environment. • A compassionate and motivated individual who is eager to make a real difference. • Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds. • A commitment to providing high-quality, respectful, and caring support. Benefits • Generous Holiday allowance • Season Ticket loan • Cycle to work scheme • Charity worker discounts • Enhanced maternity package • Wellness, inclusion, and diversity groups • EAP scheme • Life assurance Interested? For more information about this rewarding role, please contact Emma at Minerva Recruitment on (phone number removed) (option 2). We look forward to hearing from you