About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join a new bold initiative designed to dramatically change the lives of some of the most vulnerable children in England today for the better.
Reset is an innovative and creative programme designed to break the cycle that leads vulnerable children to be deprived of their liberty because of the harm they face. It provides an intensive package of therapeutic, practical and behavioural support through an integrated model. As part of the programme, young people will have access to a Reset retreat, a short stay in Reset residential provision, and a tailored support plan
We are looking for committed, experienced and tenacious practitioners to form part of a small team to deliver a unique 18 month Reset pilot. You will need to be rooted in practice, with experience of working at a frontline level with vulnerable adults and children.
Working as a key member of the Reset Team, you will provide high quality support for children subject to Deprivation of Liberty Orders. You will work systemically and developmentally, showing an aptitude for building positive relationships, affecting sustainable change in the lives of young people and their key supporting networks. You and the young people you work with will benefit from you working flexibly in line with Barking & Dagenhams flexible working policy, and you will be part of a team on-call rota.
Interviews will take place the week commencing 27th July 2026.
Main duties of the job
About the role
You will be responsible for a small caseload of 3-4 children, working over an 18 month period. The role will entail intensive outreach working, requiring for you to be persistent and creative in your approach. You will take the lead on building relationships with children and their key supporting networks.FLE
What you will bring
A broad range of skills, knowledge and experience gained in services that address and challenge social exclusion. The ability to work confidently across disciplines and collaborate with a wide range of professionals. A strong understanding of the vulnerabilities affecting young people subject to Deprivation of Liberty Orders.Relevant backgrounds
We welcome applicants from a range of intersecting professional backgrounds, including social work, community development, youth work, clinical or therapeutic practice, substance misuse services and criminal justice. Relevant lived experience that strengthens your understanding of the challenges facing these young people is also valued.
About us
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Childrens Department of Barring Services check
The role requires participation in a team on-call rota and flexible working outside standard hours to meet the needs of children and families. Any additional hours worked as part of the on-call rota or out of hours activity will be subject to prior authorisation and remunerated in line with the Councils overtime arrangements.
In Barking and Dagenham, we are ambitious for our children, young people and families. Our Childrens Care and Support Service is delivering a bold transformation programme to redesign practice, strengthen early intervention and ensure services are sustainable, highquality and fit for the future.
You will join a valuesled organisation that promotes inclusion, innovation and continuous improvement, and one that is committed to equality, diversity, wellbeing and excellent people management.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Qualifications Essential
Please view Job Description and Person Specification in the link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jzzxy2LPIo78nkBW50A8sGiqv3ny-eJl/view?usp=sharing
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Barking and Dagenham Council
Address Barking and Dagenham Council
Barking Town Hall
Barking
London
IG11 7LU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lbbd.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)