Sessional Worker - Youth Justice

We are looking for casual sessional workers who may be needed for weekend, day time or evening work on an ad hoc basis when required. This may not particularly regularly but as and when needed you will be contacted to see if free. The role will involve working with children on reparation projects in the community supporting them within whatever setting their project is based. Sessional staff may also be called in to support with group works or projects run by the Youth justice service. Some of the children will have complex needs and a trauma background and may be difficult to engage and motivate. About you We are looking for dynamic, passionate and creative staff who have experience of working with challenging young people. You will be able to engage with children with a trauma background who may not be trusting or initially keen to work with you. Your engagement skills will be flexible and adaptable and we need staff who are willing to persist where needed to gain the trust of families. You will be motivated and energised to build enthusiasm in the child and care about their outcomes and engagement with the projects.