Job Description

We are seeking a

Drugs and Alcohol Specialist Practitioner

to provide specialist support, intervention, and education around substance misuse for children and young people aged 16-17 in supported living and residential care settings. The role is integral to promoting wellbeing, safeguarding, and independence in line with

Ofsted's Quality Standards

and the

values of Willow Tree Group Holdings Ltd

.

Location

: Supported Living Accommodation & Children's Care Homes

Organisation

: WTG Holdings Ltd

Reports

to: Service Operations Manager

Salary

: Competitive, based on experience

Contract Type

: Full-time / Permanent

Key Responsibilities

Direct Support & Intervention

Deliver tailored 1:1 and group interventions for young people affected by drug and alcohol use. Conduct assessments and develop care/support plans in collaboration with key workers and social workers. Provide harm reduction strategies and relapse prevention support.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Ensure all work aligns with

Ofsted's Protection Standard (Regulation 5)

and

Support Standard (Regulation 7)

. Maintain accurate case records in line with

Regulation 24

. Report safeguarding concerns and serious incidents in accordance with

Regulation 27

.

Training & Education

Deliver training to staff on substance misuse awareness, trauma-informed approaches, and safeguarding. Educate young people on the risks and consequences of substance misuse, promoting informed choices.

Multi-Agency Working

Liaise with CAMHS, social workers, youth offending teams, and external drug/alcohol services. Participate in care planning and review meetings.

Monitoring & Evaluation

Contribute to the

Quality of Support Review (Regulation 32)

. Use feedback from young people to improve service delivery.

Person Specification

Essential

Qualification in substance misuse, social work, youth work, or related field. Experience working with vulnerable young people in care or supported accommodation. Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice. Knowledge of

The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023

.

Desirable

Experience in residential care settings. Familiarity with Ofsted inspection frameworks. Motivational interviewing or CBT training.

Willow Tree Group Values

You will be expected to embody and promote the organisation's values:

Person-Centred Care

- Putting the needs and voices of young people first.

Professionalism

- Delivering high-quality, ethical, and evidence-based support.

Empowerment

- Supporting independence and resilience.

Collaboration

- Working in partnership with families, professionals, and communities.

Safety & Progress

- Creating nurturing environments where young people feel safe and can thrive.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation to hr@wtg.org.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person