Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer in Guildford)

Academics; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer - Guildford - Graduates and Trainees - Outreach - SEMH - Mental Health - SEN - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology

Are you passionate about demonstrating the value of education to vulnerable children who have been exposed to traumas and adverse childhood experiences?

Are you passionate about restorative approaches?

The School

We are looking for a dedicated Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer to work in this small, specialist school near Guildford. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. This role will give you essential restorative experience within anti-social and challenging settings - the perfect opportunity for graduates and trainees if you are thinking of a career in prison, rehabilitation, probation, or youth justice services.

This position is based on holistic and therapeutic practice, providing hands-on experience working with vulnerable children. Through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment, and life chances of children, aiming to ensure they do not enter the criminal justice system.

You will be working alongside teachers and specialist staff to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), challenges, and traumas. Some children/young people will have suffered adverse childhood experiences, and you will identify their risks and needs, escalating where necessary. You will be instrumental in providing consistency and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

Person Specification for Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer - Guildford

1. Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
2. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
3. Able to build confidence and motivation
4. Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students
5. Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
6. High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener
7. Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work

Start date: ASAP - Guildford based

Training: Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students

Salary: £80-£100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, term time only

Experience: No previous experience is required

Eligibility: You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd if interested in the Graduate Aspiring Probation Officer role:

Guildford