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Are you passionate about supporting young people and shaping education-based interventions? We are looking for a Senior Practitioner – Education & Partnerships within our CYP drug and alcohol service 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 focusing on drugs and alcohol.
Job Responsibility:
Act as a practice lead within our Children & Young People’s 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
Requirements:
Experienced in multi-agency working and building strong partnerships
Knowledgeable about young people’s 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)
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