Overview
The Breaking Barriers Project works with Children and Young People (CYP) and Families affected by the imprisonment of a parent or close family member. The service provides one-to-one support to help CYP maintain a connection with the imprisoned parent/loved one, support emotional wellbeing, and build resilience to reach their full potential. The role contributes to reducing reoffending and improving outcomes for children and young people, in line with Ormiston Families’ aims.
The post holder will deliver outcome-based support to address the needs of children and young people with a parent/carer or close family member in prison who may feel isolated or excluded at home or in the community.
Responsibilities
* Carry out initial assessments with parents/carers and partner agencies following referrals to the service and identify agreed outcomes for children and young people.
* Deliver one-to-one work in the home, schools, online, and other community settings, coordinating packages of support with CYP and other agencies where appropriate to meet complex needs, reduce risks, and improve safety and emotional well-being and development.
Requirements
* Experience as a practitioner confident in working with children, young people and families.
* Organised, self-motivated, and passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.
* Must live near the County of Norfolk to enable direct work with Children, Young People and Families.
* UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as travel across the county is required.
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave, plus additional leave for employees who have completed 1 year’s service up to a maximum of 30 days (part-time employees pro-rata).
* Ability to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave.
* Group life assurance.
* Pension, up to 9% employer contribution when matched by employee.
* Sponsorship opportunities for national or chartered certification after probation and 12 months in post.
* Employee assistance programme.
* The Hive savings platform.
* Wellbeing support from trained Mental Health First Aiders as part of our Wellbeing Team.
Application
For more information or to apply for this post, please visit our Work With Us page via the Ormiston Families website.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 8th September 2025.
Safeguarding and DBS
Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
Equal opportunities Ormiston Families is an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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