About UsOxfordshire Youth Justice Service has an exciting opportunity for a Youth & Family Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team.Oxfordshire Youth Justice Service is a multi-agency partnership committed to preventing and reducing youth crime in the County of Oxfordshire.We are passionate about improving outcomes for children, families and victims of crime and working according to the Child First principles.About the RoleThis role is central in delivery of the national Turnaround Programme within Oxfordshire's Youth Justice Service and in partnership with statutory and voluntary/community services.The Turnaround Programme focuses on delivery of high quality, holistic, early intervention for children aged 10-17 years old and their families with needs which place them on the cusp of the entering the criminal justice system.About youYou will have a sound understanding of child development, and an experience of direct working with children, young people and their families delivering interventions designed to meet need.You will be an experienced practitioner with the ability to pick up a case-load and work effectively in a range of professional environments.You will care about the lives of some of Oxfordshire's most vulnerable children and adolescents and be committed, tenacious and persistent in striving for positive outcomes and ensuring their rights are upheld.We are looking for a candidate who can work creatively and responsively with children and families from a broad range of backgrounds and lived experiences.Rewards and benefitsCulture of flexibleworkingTechnology tosupport agile working where rolepermitsUp to 33 days holiday p.a.plus bank holidaysOption to 'buy' additionalholidayEmployee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupportMembership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme,with an employer's contribution of up to 19.9%Enhanced family friendlypoliciesLocal and national discounts for shopping andtravelGreat learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing developmentOurcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and InclusionAt Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview SchemesAs a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.Our commitment to:SafeguardingOxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.Our commitment to:Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.Follow us on Social MediaStay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,Twitter andInstagram.If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact us at: megan.ciotti@oxfordshire.gov.uk