Kids is launching an exciting new project in Wakefield called Changing Our Direction . This innovative service will support parents of young people who are exhibiting self-harming behaviour, particularly where this is having an impact on the whole family. This is a great opportunity to work nationally across Kids, liaising with colleagues in all departments while gaining new skills and experience. Senior Practitioner Location: Hybrid - Castleford West Yorkshire Salary: £11,373.33 per annum Hours: 16 hours per week (flexible working can be discussed). Two positions are available. Overall purpose of the role: To deliver evidence-based training through the Families Learning About Self-Harm (FLASH) programme (training will be provided). You will: Establish mechanisms for parents to access peer support. Support parents to better understand self-harm behaviours and build their resilience to help them support their young people. Work in partnership with parents and in collaboration with voluntary and statutory organisations. Work directly with CAMHS regarding referrals into the service and agree next steps for support. Deliver the FLASH training programme to parents. Establish peer support sessions following completion of the FLASH training. Provide telephone support to parents where needed. Maintain accurate records and monthly statistics of contacts and workload. Actively participate in evaluating the service, including report writing and gathering the views of service users and partner agencies. Extend opportunities for parental participation, including marketplace events, an annual parent conference, family events, information days, and training opportunities. Actively promote the service through social media, leaflet drops, mail-outs and the Local Offer. Engage in regular supervision and continuous professional development. Adhere to all Kids policies and procedures, particularly Safeguarding, Health and Safety, confidentiality, and the Employee Handbook. Attend meetings and support similar work within the region. Maintain high professional standards of practice and safeguarding in all work with disabled children, young people and their families. Keep up to date with key Health and Safety policies and good practice, including undertaking risk assessments where required. Person Specification To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Experience working with parents and carers of children and young people with SEND. Ability to empower parents and carers to ensure their voices are heard in an appropriate, sensitive and supportive manner. Experience developing collaborative relationships with a range of agencies and stakeholders, building respect, trust and confidence. Experience establishing strong links with internal and external professionals across statutory, private and voluntary organisations. Ability to work independently, creatively and use your own initiative. Knowledge of safeguarding and commitment to promoting the welfare of children and young people. Knowledge of services available locally and nationally to disabled children, young people and their families. Ability to build effective professional relationships with a wide range of professionals, including senior managers and commissioners. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confident presentation to varied audiences. Ability to write reports, provide feedback, and produce monitoring and statistical information. Ability to plan, organise and evaluate engagement and participation activities, including events, training and meetings. Strong influencing, advocacy, caring and negotiating skills. Confidence delivering workshops and information sessions. Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Opportunities. Education & Other Requirements Preferably educated to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant area. Proficient in ICT including email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media and creating promotional materials (training and induction provided). Car driver with use of own vehicle. Willingness to work occasional evenings (within designated hours). For full details of the role and responsibilities, please see the Job Description attached. Please note: We may close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications, so early application is encouraged.
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
Kids is launching an exciting new project in Wakefield called Changing Our Direction . This innovative service will support parents of young people who are exhibiting self-harming behaviour, particularly where this is having an impact on the whole family. This is a great opportunity to work nationally across Kids, liaising with colleagues in all departments while gaining new skills and experience. Senior Practitioner Location: Hybrid - Castleford West Yorkshire Salary: £11,373.33 per annum Hours: 16 hours per week (flexible working can be discussed). Two positions are available. Overall purpose of the role: To deliver evidence-based training through the Families Learning About Self-Harm (FLASH) programme (training will be provided). You will: Establish mechanisms for parents to access peer support. Support parents to better understand self-harm behaviours and build their resilience to help them support their young people. Work in partnership with parents and in collaboration with voluntary and statutory organisations. Work directly with CAMHS regarding referrals into the service and agree next steps for support. Deliver the FLASH training programme to parents. Establish peer support sessions following completion of the FLASH training. Provide telephone support to parents where needed. Maintain accurate records and monthly statistics of contacts and workload. Actively participate in evaluating the service, including report writing and gathering the views of service users and partner agencies. Extend opportunities for parental participation, including marketplace events, an annual parent conference, family events, information days, and training opportunities. Actively promote the service through social media, leaflet drops, mail-outs and the Local Offer. Engage in regular supervision and continuous professional development. Adhere to all Kids policies and procedures, particularly Safeguarding, Health and Safety, confidentiality, and the Employee Handbook. Attend meetings and support similar work within the region. Maintain high professional standards of practice and safeguarding in all work with disabled children, young people and their families. Keep up to date with key Health and Safety policies and good practice, including undertaking risk assessments where required. Person Specification To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Experience working with parents and carers of children and young people with SEND. Ability to empower parents and carers to ensure their voices are heard in an appropriate, sensitive and supportive manner. Experience developing collaborative relationships with a range of agencies and stakeholders, building respect, trust and confidence. Experience establishing strong links with internal and external professionals across statutory, private and voluntary organisations. Ability to work independently, creatively and use your own initiative. Knowledge of safeguarding and commitment to promoting the welfare of children and young people. Knowledge of services available locally and nationally to disabled children, young people and their families. Ability to build effective professional relationships with a wide range of professionals, including senior managers and commissioners. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confident presentation to varied audiences. Ability to write reports, provide feedback, and produce monitoring and statistical information. Ability to plan, organise and evaluate engagement and participation activities, including events, training and meetings. Strong influencing, advocacy, caring and negotiating skills. Confidence delivering workshops and information sessions. Understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Opportunities. Education & Other Requirements Preferably educated to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant area. Proficient in ICT including email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media and creating promotional materials (training and induction provided). Car driver with use of own vehicle. Willingness to work occasional evenings (within designated hours). For full details of the role and responsibilities, please see the Job Description attached. Please note: We may close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications, so early application is encouraged.
Family Intervention Senior Practitioner Location: Kids (Yorkshire) The Active Centre, Castleford WF10 3UA Salary: £12,795 per annum Contract: 18 hours per week to include 2 evenings (flexible hours to be discussed at interview) Essential Requirement: Driver's licence The Wakefield Awareness Support Project (WASP) is a unique service dedicated to supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood related to Autism Spectrum Condition or other neurodevelopmental differences - whether formally diagnosed or not. Our work focuses on: Building peer support networks for families Helping children and young people develop resilience Empowering parents and carers to confidently support their children and access the right services We work closely with families to set clear goals and positive outcomes , ensuring they feel understood, supported, and able to thrive. As a Family Intervention Senior Practitioner , you will play a key role in supporting children, young people, and their families through tailored interventions and guidance. You will: Create a safe, supportive environment for children and young people with autism and neurodevelopmental conditions Provide guidance and support to parents and carers , helping them connect with others facing similar challenges Build strong partnerships with professionals across health, education, social care, and CAMHS Take a holistic approach when supporting families and working across teams Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and discussions around referral pathways and parent training Support colleagues and volunteers with lived experience , helping them develop skills and confidence Manage a busy caseload , including support plans, risk assessments, and record keeping Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people remains the highest priority What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting families and improving outcomes for children and young people. You will have: Experience working with children with autism and/or mental health needs Strong communication and relationship-building skills Confidence working collaboratively with families and professionals Good organisation and case management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and information management systems A resilient, empathetic and positive approach Why Join WASP? Our team is passionate about the difference we make in the lives of families. As one of our team members says: "WASP doesn't feel like a job. Being part of something that makes such a difference to people's lives is amazing. We bring safety, support and laughter back to families who may feel isolated." You'll be part of a supportive team environment , where colleagues are always on hand to debrief, share knowledge and support each other. Apply Now If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and families , we'd love to hear from you. Please see the full Job Description attached for further details about the role and requirements. We may close this advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Family Intervention Senior Practitioner Location: Kids (Yorkshire) The Active Centre, Castleford WF10 3UA Salary: £12,795 per annum Contract: 18 hours per week to include 2 evenings (flexible hours to be discussed at interview) Essential Requirement: Driver's licence The Wakefield Awareness Support Project (WASP) is a unique service dedicated to supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and young people who may be experiencing anxiety or low mood related to Autism Spectrum Condition or other neurodevelopmental differences - whether formally diagnosed or not. Our work focuses on: Building peer support networks for families Helping children and young people develop resilience Empowering parents and carers to confidently support their children and access the right services We work closely with families to set clear goals and positive outcomes , ensuring they feel understood, supported, and able to thrive. As a Family Intervention Senior Practitioner , you will play a key role in supporting children, young people, and their families through tailored interventions and guidance. You will: Create a safe, supportive environment for children and young people with autism and neurodevelopmental conditions Provide guidance and support to parents and carers , helping them connect with others facing similar challenges Build strong partnerships with professionals across health, education, social care, and CAMHS Take a holistic approach when supporting families and working across teams Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and discussions around referral pathways and parent training Support colleagues and volunteers with lived experience , helping them develop skills and confidence Manage a busy caseload , including support plans, risk assessments, and record keeping Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people remains the highest priority What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is passionate about supporting families and improving outcomes for children and young people. You will have: Experience working with children with autism and/or mental health needs Strong communication and relationship-building skills Confidence working collaboratively with families and professionals Good organisation and case management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and information management systems A resilient, empathetic and positive approach Why Join WASP? Our team is passionate about the difference we make in the lives of families. As one of our team members says: "WASP doesn't feel like a job. Being part of something that makes such a difference to people's lives is amazing. We bring safety, support and laughter back to families who may feel isolated." You'll be part of a supportive team environment , where colleagues are always on hand to debrief, share knowledge and support each other. Apply Now If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and families , we'd love to hear from you. Please see the full Job Description attached for further details about the role and requirements. We may close this advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.
Family Practitioner Wakefield Early Behaviour Support Service (WEBSS) Location: Hybrid - Kids (Yorkshire), The Active Centre, Castleford (WF10 3UA) Salary: £12,432 per annum Hours: Part-time - 18 hours per week including occasional group sessions (4pm-6pm, up to 2 days per week - flexible working discussed at interview) Essential: Full driving licence Are you passionate about supporting children and families? Do you want to be part of a service that truly changes lives? At WEBSS ( Wakefield Early Behaviour Support Service ), we take a unique, compassionate approach to supporting the emotional wellbeing of children aged 5-10 who experience anxiety or low mood linked to autism or other neurodevelopmental conditions (diagnosed or not). Our focus is on connection, resilience, and empowerment -helping families feel understood, supported, and confident about the future. Why Join Us? "Working here doesn't feel like a job we bring safety and laughter back into families' lives." You'll be part of a supportive, non-judgemental team where collaboration, humour, and care are at the heart of everything we do. You'll never feel alone-whether celebrating success or navigating challenges. About the Role As a Family Practitioner , you'll: Create a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people aged 5-10 Support parents and carers to build confidence and connect with others Work collaboratively with professionals across health, education, social care, and specialist services Deliver and support parent training workshops and interventions Help develop colleagues, volunteers, and those with lived experience Ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people at all times What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: Confident supporting neurodivergent children , including those who may communicate distress in different ways A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills Organised, proactive, and able to manage their own workload effectively Resilient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting families Able to work both independently and as part of a team What You'll Gain A meaningful role where you can see the impact of your work every day A supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunities to develop your skills and grow professionally Flexible working arrangements that work around your life Apply Today If you're ready to make a genuine difference and support families to thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Please see the full Job Description attached for further details about the role and requirements. We may close this advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Family Practitioner Wakefield Early Behaviour Support Service (WEBSS) Location: Hybrid - Kids (Yorkshire), The Active Centre, Castleford (WF10 3UA) Salary: £12,432 per annum Hours: Part-time - 18 hours per week including occasional group sessions (4pm-6pm, up to 2 days per week - flexible working discussed at interview) Essential: Full driving licence Are you passionate about supporting children and families? Do you want to be part of a service that truly changes lives? At WEBSS ( Wakefield Early Behaviour Support Service ), we take a unique, compassionate approach to supporting the emotional wellbeing of children aged 5-10 who experience anxiety or low mood linked to autism or other neurodevelopmental conditions (diagnosed or not). Our focus is on connection, resilience, and empowerment -helping families feel understood, supported, and confident about the future. Why Join Us? "Working here doesn't feel like a job we bring safety and laughter back into families' lives." You'll be part of a supportive, non-judgemental team where collaboration, humour, and care are at the heart of everything we do. You'll never feel alone-whether celebrating success or navigating challenges. About the Role As a Family Practitioner , you'll: Create a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people aged 5-10 Support parents and carers to build confidence and connect with others Work collaboratively with professionals across health, education, social care, and specialist services Deliver and support parent training workshops and interventions Help develop colleagues, volunteers, and those with lived experience Ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people at all times What We're Looking For We're seeking someone who is: Confident supporting neurodivergent children , including those who may communicate distress in different ways A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills Organised, proactive, and able to manage their own workload effectively Resilient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting families Able to work both independently and as part of a team What You'll Gain A meaningful role where you can see the impact of your work every day A supportive and collaborative team culture Opportunities to develop your skills and grow professionally Flexible working arrangements that work around your life Apply Today If you're ready to make a genuine difference and support families to thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Please see the full Job Description attached for further details about the role and requirements. We may close this advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so early application is encouraged.
