Community Resource Worker - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Job Introduction

Starting salary for this role is £30,518  (pro rata for part-time colleagues) 

This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP. 

Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.

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Role Purpose

 As part of the Focused Deterrence project and our response to knife crime, we are looking to recruit a Community Resource Worker for a fixed period of 12 months. We are looking for a confident, energetic worker to support children and young people to engage them in constructive activities and enable them to learn new skills, all the while building their confidence and self-esteem, and deterring from further offending.

Main Responsibilities

Ideally, you will have a range of practical ‘hands on’ experience in areas such as Mechanics, Bike maintenance, DIY, Crafting, Cooking, etc and be able to model acceptable behaviour, promote pro-social attitudes, and practice good decision making and problem-solving skills.    

Some experience in working with children and young people, including managing challenging behaviour is essential, as is a good understanding and awareness of child protection issues.  

You will be expected to build positive relationships with each child or young person and when appropriate, support them to achieve some level of accreditation with AQA’s as they move towards independence.  You will have access to training and professional development to help you develop your skills and support future career development.

The Ideal Candidate

An outgoing and friendly personality is vital, as is the ability to communicate well whilst playing your part in the team supporting each young person.

The Dorset Combined Youth Justice Service is committed to diversifying its workforce and actively welcomes a diverse range of applicants.

You will join a multi-agency team of skilled and motivated professionals. Dorset Youth Justice Service has offices in Dorchester and North Bournemouth, the successful candidate will need to be willing to travel as and when required and willingly work flexible hours, including non-office hours, the role also involves lone working, both in the community and at one of our office bases.  

So, if you have a passion for working with children, especially those young people who have found themselves in trouble with the Police, this could be the ideal role for you.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact: Laura Dixey (Practice Manager) or Nicola Denny (Team Manager) 01202 794321

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. 

At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work. 

We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.

From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.

It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help.  For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here:  Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP 

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

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DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.