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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Please be advised that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, as the salary does not meet the minimum threshold required by the UK Home Office.Job Title: Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified)A bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The Role:&nbsp;<ul><li>As a Short Breaks Support Worker you will have previous experience in directly working and supporting disabled children and their families</li><li>The Short &nbsp;Breaks Support Worker will also be responsible to support disabled children attend various friendship groups in the community to develop their independence, so you will have strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures</li><li>The Short Breaks Support Worker will be commitment to working 1 evening and 1 weekend session per week, with additional hours available in school holidays, so you will need to have a flexible approach and be a key team player</li><li>We are Ofsted registered and all children who attend our Children’s Centre, have fun and enjoy and achieve, so the Short Breaks Support Worker will assist in facilitating this in a safe environment</li><li>We provide paid training for all staff in First Aid, epilepsy, moving and handling, food hygiene and TEAM TEACH which is a positive behaviour management intervention</li></ul>We have 5 and 8 hour positions available, the salary will be pro rata to reflect this.Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: Monday 22 December 2025 Shortlisting date: W/C Monday 22 December 2025 Interview date: W/C Monday 5 January 2026 Interview format: Face to faceWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Carol See at <a href="mailto:carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.&nbsp;Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified)

What will you be doing?Kent County Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Early Help Unit Lead to join our Adolescent Services. This full-time permanent role offers a rewarding opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team delivering targeted support to vulnerable children, young people and their families across Kent.This role will specifically cover the districts of Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks and Swanley and will be contractually based at Montague House in Tunbridge Wells.As the Adolescent Early Help Unit Lead, you will be responsible for managing the work of the team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality assessments and interventions. The focus of the team is to support children and young people who are at risk outside of the home, as well as Youth Justice out of court resolution work, so experience in these areas is welcomed.You will provide professional supervision and expert guidance to practitioners, fostering a strong team culture that promotes solution-focused approaches and mutual support. Your leadership will be instrumental in reducing the need for statutory interventions and supporting children and young people who have been stepped down from previous statutory support.You will work collaboratively with Youth Justice teams, Children’s Social Work teams and community partners to implement effective programmes in various settings, including schools, colleges, family homes and Family Hubs. Your role will involve assessing risk and safeguarding young people, while championing evidence-based practice and continuous service improvement. You will also be responsible for ensuring staff are appropriately trained in safeguarding and that relevant policies are in place.We are looking for someone with excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of developing creative solutions to complex problems. You should be able to interpret data, manage competing priorities, work independently whilst fostering collaboration as part of a team. A sound understanding of Early Help, safeguarding, adolescent development and relevant legislation is crucial, along with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunities. You should have experience in early help, social care, education, youth justice or health, with a strong background in case management, supervision and multi-agency collaboration or relevant experience. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.Interviews will be held on Friday 16th January 2026.About youFor any further information about this role, please contact <a href="mailto:ruth.bachrach@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.bachrach@kent.gov.uk</a>About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Kent County Council

Adolescent Early Help Unit Lead

*** This vacancy is only available to Caerphilly County Borough Council employees, including agency staff currently working at the Council. ***We are recruiting a Senior Youth and Family Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term until 30th September 2026 Location: Various Locations across the BoroughTeam: Youth Service This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will work as part of a team in designated areas within the Caerphilly County Borough.The post holder will build trusting relationships with young people aged 8-25 to provide opportunities for learning, developing skill and personal growth. They will develop innovative ways to engage families from a variety of backgrounds, including those considered as hard to reach and will also develop programmes that provide purposeful, educational and outcome focussed activities, working in partnership with young people, their families, community groups and other providers.The successful candidate will be expected to work 3 evenings and occasional weekends.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Youth and Community Work Degree or related qualification (Community Development, Early Years, Education etc).</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.</li><li>The ability to engage young people in a variety of initiatives.</li><li>Experience in Youth Work or Associated Field.</li><li>The post holder is required to have access to their own vehicle and drive a leased / Council vehicle to transport service users regularly throughout the working week. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Harris on 01443 863125 or email <a href="mailto:Harrim5@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Harrim5@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.Interviews have been scheduled for 16th January





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Senior Youth and Family Worker

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.Early Help responds to the emerging needs of children and their families, focusing on building their resilience as well as providing help at a time when evidence indicates that support can have the most impact. Coventry continues to invest in the Early Help Service and is proud of the work that is delivered by a multi agency team from the 8 Family Hubs located in the communities across the city&nbsp;We are dedicated and committed to help empower children, young people, and families to build resilience and thrive. By collaborating with the Supporting Families Teams, Social Care Teams and a wide range of partners we will ensure that families receive the right help at the right time by the right people. &nbsp;&nbsp;Coventry was one of the 15 Local Authorities who was selected to be a ‘trailblazer’ we will share our learning and best practise with other Local Authorities across the UK. We will continue to lead the way and being able to evidence the difference we make to children and families lives. Join us in making a difference.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? Are you a people's person? Are you good a listening and building trust with families, children, and partners to get a real sense of what people need? Then this role is for you.&nbsp;The role is centred around working with partners, community groups and listening to families to strengthen the family hub offer.&nbsp;&nbsp;We have 2 positions.&nbsp;1 full time role 37 hours&nbsp;1 part time role 18.5 hours&nbsp;This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? Key skills:&nbsp;<ul><li>Experience in early help, family support, youth work or community development</li><li>Confidence working directly with children, young people and parents</li><li>Someone who enjoys building relationships with partners — health, schools, voluntary groups, and community organisations</li><li>A natural communicator who brings people together and values co-production</li></ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): Interview dates&nbsp;12th January Park Edge Family Hub, Roseberry Ave, Coventry CV2 1NE15th January Pathways Family Hub Lawrence Saunders Rd, Coventry CV6 1HDAbout Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Early Help Partnership Coordinator

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Portsmouth City Council’s Drug and Alcohol Support Service (DASS) are looking for a passionate and skilled Substance Misuse Practitioner to join their dedicated team.They work with young people up to 25 years old, providing harm reduction, education, and tailored interventions to help them make positive choices and lead healthier lives.The roleAs a Substance Use Practitioner with DASS (Drug &amp; Alcohol Support Service) this role will be providing substance misuse interventions for young people at a Drug &amp; Alcohol Tier 2/3 level<ul><li>Deliver 1:1 assessments and interventions for young people with substance misuse concerns.</li><li>Support emotional wellbeing and contribute to safeguarding and multi-agency meetings.</li><li>Deliver targeted education sessions and coordinate outreach campaigns.</li><li>Provide screening, psychosocial interventions, care planning, and referrals to relevant services.</li><li>Maintain accurate case records and comply with data protection and NDTMS standards.</li><li>Work flexibly, including occasional evenings, to meet the needs of young peop</li></ul>The person may also be required to work some evenings due to the nature of the role within youth settings and to support young people who may be working.The ideal candidate will have Essential:<ul><li>A recognised qualification (NVQ Level 3 or above) in Health, Youth, Community, Social Care, or Education.</li><li>Experience working with young people in diverse settings.</li><li>Experience of assessing and working with Gillick Competency (in line with Fraser guidelines) for young people.</li><li>Strong safeguarding knowledge and ability to engage vulnerable individuals.</li><li>Excellent communication, organisational, and partnership skills.</li><li>Enthusiasm and drive for positive outcomes for young people.</li><li>Be able to provide advice, advocacy and support to young people experiencing problems in relation to substance use.</li><li>Have an understanding of evidence-based interventions and behaviour change with young people.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Sound understanding of the principles underpinning effective health improvement practice, particularly around substance misuse.</li><li>Experience of delivering evidence-based interventions to young people experiencing problems in relation to substance use.</li><li>Experience of behaviour change work with young people.</li><li>Have an understanding of substances and their effect including knowledge of issues of social exclusion with young people and their families.</li><li>Experience of motivating young people whom are often difficult to engage.</li><li>Experience of carrying out holistic assessments with young people to determine need and risk in relation to substance use.</li><li>To have an understanding of a variety of techniques to help build resilience, self-esteem and confidence.</li><li>To have experience of delivering substance use training to a variety of professionals.</li></ul>Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement.Working arrangements:You will be required to work a minimum of three full working days in the officeInterview date:9th January 2026Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal.We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaYou will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Substance Use Practitioner

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.Coventry Youth Justice Service (YJS) is a fast-paced multi agency team consisting of staff from the Local Authority, Police, Probation, Health and Education. We are a well-respected service with a high-level performance background Coventry YJS has recently been judged as ‘Outstanding’ by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation.&nbsp;We have a great team spirit evidenced by staff progression being supported through regular development opportunities, low staff turnover and low sickness rates.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Our Values are:<ul><li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li><li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li><li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li><li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li><li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li><li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li></ul>What is the job role? This is a full time 15 months FTC position.The role is centred on delivering high-quality Youth Justice services in line with National Standards, local policies, and inter-agency procedures. It involves working directly with children and young people who are involved in, or at risk of, offending, as well as engaging with their parents, carers, and wider support networks. The postholder will carry out comprehensive assessments, plan and deliver targeted interventions, and manage risks to victims, the public, and the young person themselves.This is a dynamic role that requires working across a range of settings, including the office, community venues, family homes, educational establishments, courts, police stations, secure estates, and other Children’s Services environments. The post includes working flexibly outside normal office hours, including weekends and bank holidays, to ensure effective service delivery.A key part of the role is working collaboratively with multi-agency partners such as Health, Education, Police, Courts, the Secure Estate, Probation, Housing, other local authorities, and voluntary and third-sector organisations. Internally, the postholder will contribute to a “One Coventry” approach by working closely with colleagues across Children’s Services and wider council teams.Who are we looking for? If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable. About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Youth Justice Officer

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Full time - Permanent&nbsp;
Location:&nbsp;Station Road, Barkingside IG6 1NB
Vacancy for a Team Manager – Youth Justice and Targeted Prevention Service
A fantastic opportunity has arisen within the Youth Justice &amp; Targeted Prevention Service for a Team Manager to be part of our ‘Child&nbsp;First’&nbsp;service. This post requires an individual who can respond flexibly and positively to the ever-changing pressures which agencies working in Youth Justice face.
The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge and skills in relation to managing Youth Justice case managers and specialist positions. As a member of the Youth Justice &amp; Targeted Prevention Service Management Team, you will take responsibility for the management and delivery of services for children, young people, their families and victims. You will need to demonstrate proven experience in auditing youth justice cases and direct management of YJS case managers and specialist positions. You will have knowledge of the disproportionality issues impacting children in the Criminal Justice System and be committed to tackling discrimination and bias, so that all children can thrive.
You will provide management supervision and support which ensures the team delivers high quality Youth Justice services striving to achieve excellent outcomes for children and their families and keeping others safe. You will also be required to participate in the delivery and co-ordination of a wide range of Youth Justice &amp; Targeted Prevention Service activities. This will involve personally undertaking policy development work and managing directly provided services, taking the lead on key themes and service issues e.g. Volunteers, MAPPA, Education &amp; Training, Resettlement, Trauma Informed Practice.
Additionally, you will be expected to model exemplary professional practice for your team, setting high standards and demonstrating best practices in all aspects of Youth Justice work. You will regularly undertake audit activities as part of a robust quality assurance process, using your findings both to provide assurance on the quality of service delivery and to identify areas for continuous improvement. This integrated approach ensures that the team consistently delivers effective, child-centered interventions and meets all statutory and organisational requirements.
You will have excellent engagement and communication skills, and you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail when quality assuring YJS case management work. In addition, you will possess expert knowledge of court work and case management and have the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-agency service.
In recognition of the resilience needed to perform this role, you will be offered excellent support and development opportunities.
To apply for this post please visit <a href="http://www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.redbridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> or copy the following link into your browser:&nbsp;
<a href="https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=469865gAX9&amp;WVID=958433OaLq" target="_blank">https://ce0320li.webitrent.com/ce0320li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107…</a>
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.

London Borough of Redbridge

Team Manager

Job Title: Adolescent Practitioner Starting Salary: £34,434 progressing to £37,280 per annum Hours: 37.0 Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>If you are passionate about working with children, young people and their families, working as a team to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!Family is at the heart of our work in Hertfordshire. Our goal is to support children and young people in care to reunite with their families where it’s safe and in their best interests. The Family Safeguarding Children in Care (FSCIC) Phase 2 Team, part of the Family Safeguarding Service, was launched in 2022 to extend our successful Family Safeguarding model into the Children Looked After Service. Following its success, it is now a core part of our work. Our multi-disciplinary team uses Motivational Interviewing to help parents make positive changes. We bring together specialists in mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, neurodiversity, and trauma, alongside social workers, adolescent practitioners, and life coaches. We provide intensive, trauma-informed support for young people aged 10–18 who are at risk of entering care, returning home after family breakdown, or facing exploitation and complex mental health challenges. Learn more about Hertfordshire’s Family Safeguarding model: <a href="http://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding&amp;nbsp</a>;<h4>About the role</h4>You will work directly with parents/carers and children who are in care/at the edge of care, to achieve agreed goals through coaching, parenting intervention and applying relationship-based practice.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work directly with children and young people aged 10 years old and above and their families.</li><li>Be skilled and experienced in supporting them to manage intrafamilial and extra familial risks, including criminal and sexual child exploitation.</li><li>Engage effectively with vulnerable and challenging young people who are in care/at the edge of care.</li><li>Use skills including coaching, parenting intervention and applying relationship-based practice to support them to live at home with their families.</li><li>Work alongside multi-disciplinary experts and be trained in Motivational Interviewing, a counselling approach that creates confidence in parents to change their behaviours that cause harm.</li><li>Through working intensively with children, young people and their carers and people who are of significance to them, you will need to manage high levels of challenge and work with resistance. Build positive relationships with children, young people and their families based on their individual needs; responding to their heritage, neuro diversity, learning style and how they self-identify.</li><li>Make referrals to other professionals in the team such as recovery workers, healthy relationship workers and psychological therapists.</li><li>Record all of your work in our case management system, ensuring that case records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Develop positive relationships with professionals and partner agencies to ensure that children and families receive the best possible service at the right time.</li><li>Work flexibly to respond to the needs of the children, young people and families, being guided by the times they need support, including the need to work in the evenings and weekends.</li></ul>Work pattern:We offer flexibility to ensure families get the support they need. This role includes some evening and weekend work within extended service hours (weekdays 9am–10pm, weekends 2pm–10pm), which will involve working approximately 1 evening a week and 1 weekend day a month.<h4>About you</h4>No formal qualifications are required for the role, you will receive Motivational Interviewing training, NVR training and ARC training.Previous experience of working with children and families is desirable.Essential:<ul><li>Experience and understanding of case management including assessment, action planning and reviews</li><li>Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating support activities for and with young people and their carers</li><li>Knowledge of the issues affecting young people at risk of Child Exploitation</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Equality and Diversity Issues</li><li>Knowledge of child development and adolescents, social, emotional and mental health needs.</li><li>Ability to engage effectively with vulnerable and challenging young people in a variety of settings and to achieve positive outcomes with them</li><li>Full driving Licence and regular access to a vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies relating to this service user group.</li><li>Relevant professional qualification in Youth/Community work, Social Care, Health or Education.</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative and passionate team who are achieving real change and positive outcomes for children in care and families of Hertfordshire.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Joanne.Marsh@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joanne.Marsh@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 13th &amp; 14th January 2026Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Adolescent Practitioner

We are recruiting a Youth and Leisure Managerat Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Trinity Fields School and Resource CentreTeam: Trinity Fields Special School and Physical Disability and Sensory ImpairmentThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £39,152 - £41,771 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking an enthusiastic, child centred individual to become a registered manager in line with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) national minimum standards, for our leisure and play services for children with complex disabilities. The scheme operates outside of school hours at Trinity Fields School, it is a collaboration between Social Services and Education. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day operations, management of staff, resources and health and safety for the service. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A relevant Level 4 or 5 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales to meet requirements to register with Care Inspectorate Wales.</li><li>Knowledge on child protection and safeguarding issues.</li><li>Extensive experience of working with children and young people with severe and complex learning difficulties.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Becky Griffiths on 07825 854049 or email <a href="mailto:griffr7@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">griffr7@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / David Jenkins on 01443 866000 or email <a href="mailto:jenkinsd290@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">jenkinsd290@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Youth and Leisure Manager

Job Title: SfYP My Future Coach Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum pay award pending Hours: 37.0 Location: HertfordshireBased in Apsley, covering the South and West of Hertfordshire.The successful candidate will be out and about with some hybrid working. The work with the young people will be mainly face to face, as will the work with providers, colleges, employers and third sector organisations. Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Services for Young People (SfYP) Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Team provides a range of specialist services for young people (aged 13-25) with additional needs/SEND. This involves providing careers, information, advice, and guidance to support them in making positive decisions about their futures; maintenance of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) for those aged 16+ in further education and support to find paid employment or other positive activities.In Hertfordshire, we have developed the ‘My Future Programme’, which has been designed to support young people with EHCPs to progress through education, out of college and into adulthood.&nbsp; The programme is delivered by SfYP in partnership with all four Hertfordshire colleges.&nbsp;We are currently looking to recruit a full time Coach, to work with the colleges in the South &amp; West of the county. The key role of the Coach is to provide transition coaching assistance to young people with SEND who are moving on from college, into the next phase of their lives, working closely with parents/carers.<h4>About the role</h4>This role will require you to:<ul><li>Engage effectively with a caseload of young people with EHCPs, identified by the allocated colleges and SfYP CEIAG Advisers to provide transition coaching and support.</li><li>Work with college staff and SfYP staff to ensure that young people on caseload are supported appropriately to move into positive activities of interest when they leave college.</li><li>Support young people to take up positive activities, volunteering, or paid employment opportunities by using tried and tested supported employment techniques.</li><li>Provide advice, support and disability awareness training as required to opportunities providers to unsure they understand how to support the young person they are providing an opportunity to.</li><li>Provide information and support to parents/carers to raise aspirations and expectations for a fulfilling life after college that can include positive activities, volunteering, community inclusion and paid employment.</li><li>Work with local third sector organisations to identify opportunities that match the skills of young people on caseload.</li></ul><ul><li>Work to agreed targets including college leaver NEET prevention, monitoring of caseload progress through regular review, recording of data on management information systems to appropriate timescales and standards, producing reports as required.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working with young people with additional needs/SEND.</li><li>An understanding of the barriers to learning, training, volunteering, and employment that young people may have.</li><li>Evidence of excellent written and verbal communications skills.</li><li>Demonstrable time management skills with the ability to manage and prioritise a caseload.</li><li>Experience of the use of ICT systems, including databases.</li><li>Demonstrable advocacy and negotiation skills.</li><li>Experience of working with employers, providers and third sector organisations.</li><li>A driving licence and access to a vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Training in Systematic Instruction (TSI)</li><li>Experience of sales/marketing.</li><li>Experience of providing training.</li></ul>If you want a job with variety, then this role is for you, as no two days are the same. The job combines providing transition support for young people with marketing them to employers, community providers and third sector organisations.The postholder will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people with SEND and their families by helping them to find suitable post college opportunities which may include community activities, volunteering, or paid employment where appropriate.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Tracy Noble at <a href="mailto:tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>.Interview Date:21st December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: Youth and Community Worker ProfessionalA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. &nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The Role:<ul><li>Liverpool City Council are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, passionate, and motivated Youth Worker to join the Liverpool Youth Service Team as a permanent member of staff for 35 hours per week</li><li>The successful candidate will be based in Central Youth Club in the Kensington Fairfield area of the city and work directly with children and young people who attend the centre to take part in the youth and play offer</li><li>As a youth worker at the centre, you will build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people and will work in a bespoke person-centred way in order to get the very best outcomes for them</li><li>You will be responsible for developing, planning, and facilitating the youth provision with the support of a part time evening staff team and volunteers who you will have line management responsibility for</li><li>You will work with the centre manager and management committee to identify opportunities for young people to access including funding to expand the work&nbsp;</li><li>As a youth worker, you will facilitate children and young people voice in the centre to ensure the provision offered meets their needs and encourages their development through new opportunities</li><li>As required, you will advocate for children and young people with fellow professionals and ensure they are safe guarded at all times</li><li>Children and young people do not live in isolation, so as an advocate for best outcomes for them, you will work with parents and carers to facilitate participation and access to opportunities</li><li>The post holder will work in a flexible way to accommodate the needs of the project and as such will be required to work several evenings a week to facilitate the youth club. Dependant on the programme offered this may also require some weekend work&nbsp;</li><li>You will have an excellent understanding of issues facing young people and will be expected to assess individual needs and record interventions in a timely way</li><li>If you have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience and are committed to improving the lives of children and young people in our city this is an exciting opportunity for you</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date:&nbsp;midnight on Thursday 18 December (subject to change) Shortlisting date: Friday 19 December (subject to change) Interview date: early-to-mid January 2026 (subject to change) Interview format: face-to-faceWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Yvonne Maddocks at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Yvonne.Maddocks@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">Yvonne.Maddocks@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Youth and Community Worker Professional

What will you be doing?Fixed Term Full Time The role is to support NGBs and their local clubs to embed welfare policies and practices, as well as promote good practice and an inclusive culture of safe sport for children, young people and adults. The post holders will add capacity and expertise to the existing safeguarding work of NGBs and Active Kent and Medway. They will not be responsible for carrying out investigations, but they will engage with local safeguarding organisations including the Local Authority Designated Officers, Safeguarding Children's Partnerships and Adult Safeguarding Board, to connect people working on welfare and safeguarding, both inside and outside sport.The Sport Welfare Officers will be part of the AKM team and contribute to our remit of tackling inactivity by helping those who find it most difficult to be active. We are looking for someone with experience of working in a safeguarding or welfare role; with building relationships, particularly with volunteers in clubs; and engaging with stakeholders to raise awareness, advocate for safe sport, and provide training to upskill the workforce.Active Kent and Medway (AKM) is an Active Partnership (hosted by Kent County Council). Our vision is More People More Active More Often and our mission is to improve lives through sport and physical activity.We are looking to recruit a Sport Welfare Officer to be part of a new national project co-designed by Sport England, National Governing Bodies of Sport, (NGBs) the Child Protection in Sport Unit, Ann Craft Trust and the Active Partnership Network.The benefits include a Local Government pension scheme with 20.5% contribution for members, 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a wide range of discounts plus a cycle to work scheme through the Kent Rewards scheme.This post offers flexible working, hybrid working re: office and home working, includes some evening and weekend work and involves travel across Kent and Medway for example, to meet with sports clubs, as well as some occasional travel to regional and national events.This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service. The role covers Kent and Medway but will also be part of a national network of officers across the country. The role is Fixed Term Full Time (job share will be considered) and the Contract Ends: 31st March 2027.Interviews to be held: 23rd January 2026About youFor more information, please contact:Sophie Ward<a href="mailto:Sophie.ward@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sophie.ward@kent.gov.uk</a> 03000 417225 About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Sport Welfare Officer

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionHere in Lewisham, we believe that all children regardless of their background and circumstances should have a happy and fulfilled childhood and be able to fulfil their highest potential. The Lewisham Safeguarding Children Partnership aims to ensure that all professionals work with our community and together to keep children and young people safe, we hold one another to account and ensure that safeguarding remains a priority.Would you like to have an important role in this Partnership? Would you like to make a difference to children’s lives?You will need to have strong organisational skills, good written and verbal skills. You will be able to work under pressure and ensure deadlines are met. You will also need a good knowledge of safeguarding policies and practice and an understanding of the agencies who work together to safeguard children.What’s the role?This role involves supporting the work of the Lewisham Safeguarding Children Partnership including its Executive Partnership meetings and sub – groups, supporting the effective operation of meetings and working groups.Ensuring that the multi – agency arrangements are effective and take full account of current legislation and guidance and National and local learning.Facilitating and co – ordinating projects in conjunction with sub – group Chairs to deliver the strategic priorities of the LSCP.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forWe are looking for a highly professional team player and problem solver.We require someone who can work collaboratively with people at different levels in organisations,&nbsp; who has energy and ambition to improve outcomes for children and young people.You will be able to work with complex data, absorb and analyse information to support action planning and practice developmentLocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions<ul> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous, and we do not accept CVs.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Helen Bannister on 07568435324Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/JDLSCPDevelopmentOfficer" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£49,155 to £51,228 Per annum (PO3)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram</a>





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London Borough of Lewisham

LSCP Development Officer

<h2>About us</h2>Join&nbsp;Tokko Youth Hub, a dynamic charity in the heart of Luton dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic&nbsp;Youth Worker&nbsp;to inspire, engage, and support young people through creative, inclusive, and accredited youth programmes.We particularly welcome applicants with experience or interest in&nbsp;health and wellbeing,&nbsp;sports, or&nbsp;creative arts and media. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those whose lived experience reflects that of our young people. Join Tokko and help young people lead happy, healthy lives.<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £27,900 per year (actual)Hour: 37Contract type: Fixed term for 12 month An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Tokko Youth Hub Team, as a Youth Worker. This is a great opportunity to join The Tokko Youth Hub Team at a time when we are moving into a new stage in our organisational growth. We are excited to meet candidates who want to join us on this journey.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Youth Worker to join our team and support children and young people aged 11–19 across a diverse, multi-cultural urban community.In this vital role, you will build meaningful relationships, deliver engaging activities, and provide targeted support to young people who may be experiencing challenges such as disaffection, underachievement, or social and emotional barriers to learning.About the RoleAs a Youth Worker, you will:<ul><li>Work with young people both one-to-one and in group settings, offering support, guidance, and opportunities for development.</li><li>Engage vulnerable and disengaged young people and their families, helping to build confidence, resilience, and positive pathways.</li><li>Assess needs, analyse information, and create evidence-based action plans that support young people’s personal, social, and educational development.</li><li>Plan, deliver, and evaluate creative, reflective, and inclusive youth work activities.</li><li>Work independently and as part of a multi-agency team, collaborating with partners to achieve the best outcomes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with key staff and professionals, offering challenge where appropriate to effect positive change.</li><li>Maintain high standards of communication, administration, and record keeping.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2>We are seeking someone who has:<ul><li>Substantial experience in statutory and/or voluntary youth work with young people aged 11–19 in a multi-ethnic urban environment.</li><li>Experience supporting young people facing social, emotional, behavioural, or learning challenges.</li><li>Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage young people from diverse backgrounds.</li><li>The ability to reflect on and develop their own practice.</li><li>Strong ICT skills for communication, presentation, research, and documentation.</li><li>A thorough understanding of Equal Opportunities, particularly in relation to young people from diverse communities.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and Health &amp; Safety.</li><li>Understanding of youth-related evidence-based practice and legislation in at least one of the following areas:</li><ul><li>Anti-social behaviour / youth offending</li><li>Child Sexual Exploitation</li><li>Teenage pregnancy / sexual health</li><li>Substance misuse</li><li>Domestic abuse</li><li>Radicalisation / extremism</li><li>Bullying</li><li>Gangs / youth violence</li><li>Mental ill-health</li><li>Neglect / toxic trio</li><li>Missing or runaway young people</li></ul><li>A recognised professional youth work qualification or relevant degree, with suitable competencies and experience.</li></ul>Working Requirements<ul><li>Ability to work up to four evenings per week.</li><li>Ability to travel and work across a range of locations within the borough.</li><li>Comfortable working outdoors, including street-based environments where you remain visible and accessible to young people.</li></ul>Why Join Us?You’ll be part of a passionate team committed to improving the lives of young people, with opportunities for training, development, and meaningful impact.If you’re driven, creative, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>Application process</h2>For more information and to apply please visit: <a href="https://tokko.co.uk/vacancies/" target="_blank">https://tokko.co.uk/vacancies/</a>To apply please complete the application form and the Equal Opportunities form at the bottom of the advert.Please send the application form to <a href="mailto:Tasha.case@tokko.co.uk" target="_blank">Tasha.case@tokko.co.uk</a>Closing date: 11th December 2025 at 5pm<h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669318&amp;ptId=12076" target="_blank">download: Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form- Tokko.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669319&amp;ptId=12076" target="_blank">download: TOKKO Job Application 2025.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669320&amp;ptId=12076" target="_blank">download: Youth Worker Full time Job Description.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Youth Worker - Tokko

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Engagement Service for 3 Positive Play Officers to cover North, South and the High Peak region of Derbyshire.We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate individual to work with children and young people on a one-to-one basis within the schools and settings across Derbyshire.Working in a friendly, welcoming team, you will use creativity and developmental approaches to help children overcome barriers to their learning, build confidence, and enhance their emotional wellbeing. The successful candidate will have a calm, caring and empathetic disposition, with the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people. You will deliver structured sessions using play as a medium to promote personal growth, resilience, and self-esteem.You will be expected to plan and evaluate sessions, organise resources, and work collaboratively with school staff and colleagues to ensure positive outcomes for each child and young person.Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

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