Senior Practitioner- Education and Partnerships - Change Grow Live
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Overview
Are you passionate about supporting young people and shaping education-based interventions? We are looking for a Senior Practitioner – Education & Partnerships within our CYP drug and alcohol service to lead strategic engagement with schools, colleges, and community partners across Buckinghamshire.
This is a unique opportunity to combine frontline expertise with leadership in developing targeted education programmes and partnership work focusing on drugs and alcohol.
Where: Buckinghamshire (Countywide)
When: We're looking for the right person to join our team on a permanent contract ASAP
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £32,002.35- £34,214.21
Closing Date: 19/02/26
Interview Date: To be confirmed W/C 23/02/26
About us
What we Offer
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days”
- Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
- Contributory pension scheme
- A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
- Opportunity to lead and shape a vital service alongside a friendly and supportive team
- Training, career development & progression opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme.
Info - Children and Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service - Buckinghamshire | Change Grow Live
About the role
As a Senior Practitioner, you will:
- Act as a practice lead within our Children & Young People’s Service, working with young people with complex needs.
- Drive the development and delivery of substance misuse prevention and early intervention programmes in educational settings.
- Build strong relationships with schools, PRUs, youth services, and voluntary organisations.
- Represent the service at education forums, safeguarding panels, and partnership boards.
- Line manage the Targeted Intervention Coordinator and oversee the Youth Ambassadors programme.
- Provide training and consultation to professionals on issues facing young people around substance misuse.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality interventions for young people with complex needs, including assessments, care planning, and psychosocial support.
- Lead education-focused initiatives such as targeted ter 2 workshops and interventions.
- Develop resources and toolkits for schools and youth settings.
- Ensure accurate data collection and reporting for educational interventions.
- Support the Team Leader with case management, audits, and service development.
- Champion safeguarding and trauma-informed practice across all activities.
About you
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in multi-agency working and building strong partnerships.
- Knowledgeable about young people’s substance misuse, safeguarding, and harm reduction.
- Skilled in delivering education programmes and managing staff or volunteers.
- Qualified to Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
You will need to work flexibly countywide across Buckinghamshire so must hold a full UK driving license and have access to a car.
Other information
For more information please contact the Recruiting Manager Jennie Woodwards Children & Young Peoples Cluster Manager on
Tel: 07867140667
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date- 19/02/26
Interview Date- To be confirmed W/C 23/02/26
Apply via CGL website and complete an application on our portal- Change Grow Live | Careers Center | Welcome
