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Join Us as a Missing Returns Officer!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have the skills and experience to help ensure their safety and well-being? If so, our client is looking for a dedicated Missing Returns Officer to join their team in Wolverhampton on a fixed-term contract!
Position Details:
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
- Hourly Rate: £18.26 PAYE
- Hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: Wolverhampton
What You'll Do:As a Missing Returns Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a coordinated response to missing children in the city. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting missing return interviews and exploitation screening tools with young people, adhering to statutory guidance.
- Providing specialist advice and guidance to practitioners regarding vulnerable young people who go missing.
- Collaborating effectively with key agencies to monitor and support at-risk youth.
- Assessing risks related to child exploitation, gangs, youth violence, and educational disengagement to ensure tailored support.
- Actively participating in the exploitation hub and daily briefings, including reviewing overnight cases and occasionally chairing meetings.
- Reporting trends and themes, providing performance information to the Hub Manager and Service Manager.
Who We're Looking For:To thrive in this role, you should possess:
- Qualifications: NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Health and Social Care, Community Development).
- Training: Evidence of ongoing training in youth work issues, particularly in targeted settings.
- Experience:
- Extensive experience working directly with children, young people, and families.- Substantial background in advising on missing children.- A clear understanding of child exploitation issues and their connection to missing cases.- Experience in community development and conducting needs assessments.- A proven ability to work in diverse communities.
Why Join Us?This is your chance to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in Wolverhampton! Our client offers a vibrant and supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and make a difference every day.
- Competitive pay at £18.26 per hour.
- A fulfilling role that truly matters in the community.
- Opportunity to collaborate with passionate professionals and key agencies.
Ready to Make a Difference?If you're enthusiastic about supporting vulnerable young people and have the skills to excel in this role, we want to hear from you! Apply today to embark on an exciting journey as a Missing Returns Officer. Together, we can create a safer, brighter future for the youth of Wolverhampton!
Apply Now! Your future awaits!
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