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<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6762/Role_Profile_-_Lead_Guide_-_Shift_Project.pdf" target="_blank">Role_Profile_-_Lead_Guide_-_Shift_Project</a></li>
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Lead Guide – SHIFT Project&nbsp; Salary: Grade 16 £60,573-£62,766 Fixed Term or Secondment:&nbsp;3 years 36 hours per week
Job Purpose&nbsp;
The purpose of this role is to lead and develop SHiFT Practice routines including individual one to ones, Child and Family Practice Discussions (group supervision) and excellence in recording and reporting across the Practice. The successful candidate will support quality assurance and improvement activities, including through data sharing and evaluation. As Lead Guide, you will manage and supervise 4 Guides and 1 Service Coordinator.&nbsp;
About You&nbsp;
The successful candidate will have a knowledge of evidence based effective practice and interventions with adolescents. You will be able to lead adolescent development and manage the impact of trauma. It is essential to have a knowledge of legislation pertaining to children and families. To succeed in this role, you need a previous experience in developing a team and a true passion for motivating others. You should have ability to evidence experience and professional commitment to a persistent, flexible and tenacious practice model; able to identify the “hook” that motivates a young person to think, reflect and begin taking steps towards a better life. This role could be suitable for a Social Worker, Qualified Probation Officer or Community Justice Qualified (NVQ Level 4). Candidates qualified by experience will be considered.&nbsp;
To view the Lead Guide role profile, please&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vBG3KZgxjmYKBKWrj0OePdVyV_jf449Q/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">click here.&nbsp;</a>
About Us
Croydon Council’s priorities
The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services
<ul>
<li>Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable</li>
<li>Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and&nbsp;businesses</li>
<li>Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith&nbsp;sectors</li>
<li>Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice</li>
<li>Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities</li>
</ul>
Key business plan outcomes: 
<ul>
<li>Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning</li>
<li>Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential</li>
<li>Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home</li>
<li>People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer</li>
<li>Croydon Council’s new ways of working</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.&nbsp;
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

Croydon Council

Lead Guide - SHIFT Project

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6724/Service_Coordinator_RP.pdf" target="_blank">Service_Coordinator_RP</a></li>
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Service Coordinator – SHIFT Project&nbsp; Salary: Grade 7 £38,256-£39,276 Fixed Term or Secondment:&nbsp;3 years 36 hours per week
Job Purpose&nbsp;
The purpose of this role is to support the operations of the service that work with a small number of children and families to motivate young people to think, reflect and begin taking steps towards a better life. You will support the practitioners that provide exceptional outcomes and break the destructive cycle of crime using the Breaking Cycles™ ingredients and SHiFT Framework.&nbsp;
You will ensure the implementation of best practice and service standards, building effective working relationships and support collaborative ways of working with practitioners, social workers, managers in children social care. The successful service coordinator will participate in the development and implementation of service improvements, ensuring compliance with statutory guidance and policies, provide guidance, support and expertise, ensuring that processes, systems and governance arrangements are followed and fit for purpose.&nbsp;
About You&nbsp;
The successful candidate will have a knowledge of common service support systems used throughout the council.&nbsp;
Experience of working in teams that support the development of children and young people.&nbsp;
Good knowledge and understanding of the customers’ service support requirements.&nbsp;
Knowledge of national legislation, policies, standards, and initiatives relevant to this role within a local government environment.&nbsp;
Ability to prioritise own workload and that of a large team to meet deadlines in a fast-changing environment.&nbsp;
A clear appreciation of the demands of working within a multiple stakeholder, fast-paced, highly political environment.&nbsp;
Ability to work in a large complex, political organisation and to understand and operate within national and local frameworks of accountability.
To view the Service Coordinator role profile, please&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_ZX_BONwxkcWcDUzoFr69i83O8znEwY1/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">click here.&nbsp;</a>


About Us
Croydon Council’s priorities
 The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services
<ul>
<li>Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable</li>
<li>Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and&nbsp;businesses</li>
<li>Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith&nbsp;sectors</li>
<li>Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice</li>
<li>Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities</li>
</ul>
Key business plan outcomes: 
<ul>
<li>Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning</li>
<li>Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential</li>
<li>Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home</li>
<li>People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer</li>
<li>Croydon Council’s new ways of working</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.&nbsp;
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

Service Coordinator - SHIFT Project

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6749/YOS___Snr_YOS_Officer_RP.pdf" target="_blank">YOS___Snr_YOS_Officer_RP</a></li>
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Senior Youth Justice Service Officer – Children
Salary: Grade 11 £46,968-£49,056 Fixed Term until January 2027 – 36 hours per week Hybrid working
Job Purpose To work restoratively and contribute to the development and implementation of Court Orders and Interventions in line with the requirements under the powers of criminal courts (Sentencing Act 2000) as amended. To deliver services to young people who are remanded either on bail, in the Local Authority’s accommodation, in secure accommodation or in custody, prior to their being sentenced by local Courts. To prepare reports for the Court and Youth Offender Panels in accordance with National Standards on young offenders appearing before the Youth/Crown Court. To manage caseload, in accordance with national and localised standards.&nbsp; Undertaking thorough and effective assessments of need, risk and circumstances (ASSET Plus) and translating these into effective, innovative and creative Intervention Plans for young people, taking account of risk, safety and wellbeing and the needs and wishes of the person harmed as required. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of work undertaken with young people and their families using the YOS case management system. Undertaking office and Court duty as required. Working closely with a range of external agencies including police, courts, schools, reparation providers and community projects with a view to successful integration of children and young people into their communities.
Job Requirements Recent experience of direct work with young people involved in the Criminal Justice system and their families. A relevant qualification in a discipline involving work with young people or Substantial recent experience of direct work with young people and their families involved in criminal justice system. Knowledge of current practice and service development issues concerning young people who offend and their families. Full working knowledge of legislation relevant to youth offending, eg Crime &amp; Disorder Act 1998, Children’s Act 1998, LASPO 2012. Knowledge of Restorative Approaches within a Youth Justice context. Understanding of and commitment to implementation of anti-discriminatory practices and equal opportunities policy. Ability to undertake well-informed, analytical and personalised assessments of young people who offend (ASSET Plus/ Triage assessment) in a non-discriminatory way.
To view the Senior Youth Justice Officer role profile, please&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/16KipgBUIeNM20IvXRQoTf8nrHMbNY-8J/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">click here.&nbsp;</a>

About Us
Croydon Council’s priorities
 
The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services
<ul>
<li>Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable</li>
<li>Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and&nbsp;businesses</li>
<li>Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith&nbsp;sectors</li>
<li>Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice</li>
<li>Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities</li>
</ul>
Key business plan outcomes: 
<ul>
<li>Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning</li>
<li>Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential</li>
<li>Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home</li>
<li>People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer</li>
<li>Croydon Council’s new ways of working</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.&nbsp;
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

Senior Youth Justice Service Officer – Children

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/6722/Guide_RP.pdf" target="_blank">Guide_RP</a></li>
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Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Guide – SHIFT Project&nbsp; Salary: Grade 10 £43,680-£45,750 Fixed Term or Secondment:&nbsp;3 years 36 hours per week
Job Purpose&nbsp;
The purpose of this role is to work flexibly and intensively, with a small number of children and families to identify the “hook” that motivates a young person to think, reflect and begin taking steps towards a better life. You will deliver exceptional outcomes and break the destructive cycle of crime using the Breaking Cycles™ ingredients and SHiFT Framework. This role includes out of hours and weekends to promote positive and sustainable change.
About You&nbsp;
The successful candidate will have a knowledge of evidence based effective practice and interventions with adolescents. You will be able to focus on adolescent development and manage the impact of trauma. It is essential to have a strong organisational ability including time management, creative-thinking, problem-solving and multitasking. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills that are open, honest, persuasive and pragmatic, including excellent negotiation and influencing skills. You will possess awareness of own strengths and areas for development and understand the importance of being part of a team with wide a range of skills and experience. This role could be suitable for a Social Worker, Qualified Probation Officer or Community Justice Qualified (NVQ Level 4). Candidates qualified by experience will be considered.&nbsp;
To view the Guide role profile, please&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LXmnej69kpsPEU5rxdmjnypbHWqOd39x/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">click here.&nbsp;</a> &nbsp;
About Us
Croydon Council’s priorities
The Council balances its books, listens to residents, and delivers good sustainable services
<ul>
<li>Get a grip on the finances and make the council financially sustainable</li>
<li>Become a council which listens to, respects and works in partnership with Croydon’s diverse communities and&nbsp;businesses</li>
<li>Strengthen collaboration and joint working with partner organisations and the voluntary, community and faith&nbsp;sectors</li>
<li>Ensure good governance is embedded and adopt best practice</li>
<li>Develop our workforce to deliver in a manner that respects the diversity of our communities</li>
</ul>
Key business plan outcomes: 
<ul>
<li>Croydon is a place of opportunity for business, earning and learning</li>
<li>Children and young people in Croydon have the chance to thrive, learn and fulfil their potential</li>
<li>Croydon is a cleaner, safer and healthier place, a borough we’re proud to call home</li>
<li>People can lead healthier and independent lives for longer</li>
<li>Croydon Council’s new ways of working</li>
</ul>
Equal Opportunities Statement
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.&nbsp;
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.

Guide - Shift Project

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Enfield Youth Development Service is located within the Children and Families division part of the Youth People and Community Safety Department and well placed to support young people with additional needs, including ‘children in need’, those on a child plan of protection, children looked after and young people engaging in risky behaviour. This is a part time position (18 hours per week), with a pro-rata salary range of £14,335 - £15,481 per annum. 
Youth Development service works with young people age 11-19, (and up to 25 with young people with disabilities and learning difficulties). The key aim of youth work is to provide personal and social development opportunities to children and young people to help them to transition to adulthood and achieve the best outcomes, whilst promoting good citizenship. 
As part of the contextual safeguarding approach, you will use a variety of youth work methods to positively engage young people such as detached and outreach youth work, mentoring, advocacy, provision of information, advice and guidance, one to one work, group work and project work. You will be part of contextual safeguarding youth work team, line managed by Youth Service and directed in its work by the Contextual Safeguarding Hub to target identified hot spots and young people at risk. Our ambition is that through a provision of contextual safeguarding youth work approach, we will reduce young people’s risk to extra familial abuse outside of home whilst strengthening their resilience and ability to make informed and safe life choices. 
You will work with young people in a wide range of settings such as streets, local parks, communities, neighbourhoods, schools and will use a variety of youth work methods to positively engage young people. You will be required to undertake evening and weekend work in accordance with service requirements. 
You will be required to engage identified young people through establishing a relationship of trust in one to one support, group work, projects and activities that promote learning, personal and social development and above all enable young people to make informed choices to stay safe in contexts outside of their family and home. 
You will deliver specific and bespoke interventions tailored to young people’s needs and abilities in a variety of settings to reduce young people’s engagement in risky behaviour and risk of harm in response to the themes/needs identified by Contextual Safeguarding Hub. 
As part of your role you will be required to share information and work collaboratively with key professional agencies involved in contextual safeguarding such as social workers, Police, schools/PRUs/Colleges, youth offending service, community safety, health, housing and others. Support and challenge young people’s attitudes and action towards issues such as unemployment, drugs, poverty, racism, sexism, disability, health, sexuality, criminality, peer, parental and community pressure. 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Joanne Mougis on 07929872848 or <a href="mailto:joanne.mougis@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanne.mougis@enfield.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Natalia Bakhanova, Recruitment &amp; Onboarding Advisor, on 02081321310 or <a href="mailto:natalia.bakhanova@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">natalia.bakhanova@enfield.gov.uk</a> 
 
Enfield’s Social Care Centre of Excellence confirms our commitment to creating and maintaining an environment for new and existing staff to be the best and deliver high quality social work to our most vulnerable children and young people. It brings our recruitment, professional development and support into the one portal for social care staff to see what we have to offer and how we are supporting them to continue to learn and develop on a professional basis. For more information please visit <a href="https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/" target="_blank">https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/</a> 
“This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”. 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Contextual Safeguarding Youth Support Worker

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Targeted Youth Support Practitioner Grade 6 £39,276- £42,771pa&nbsp; Make a Difference for Havering’s Young People Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges and build brighter futures? Join our dynamic Starting Well team as a Targeted Youth Support Practitioner and play a vital role in helping young people aged 10–18 (up to 25 with SEND) across Havering to thrive, stay safe, and achieve their potential. About the role You’ll provide high-quality diversion, early intervention, and trauma-informed support to young people at risk of exploitation or involvement with the criminal justice system. Your work will focus on: <ul><li>Building meaningful, trusting relationships with young people and their families.</li> <li>Delivering direct casework and being the lead professional for your caseload.</li> <li>Designing and running group programmes in schools, community venues, and on the streets as part of our detached youth offer.</li> <li>Working evenings and weekends as needed to reach young people where they are.</li> <li>Advocating for young people’s voices and supporting positive change in the services they access. Collaborating with colleagues across Children’s Services, Education, the Voluntary Sector, and Housing to maximise support opportunities.</li> <li>Promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience, and positive pathways to adulthood.</li> </ul> About You We’re looking for someone who: <ul><li>Holds a relevant qualification to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (e.g. Youth Work, Psychology, Youth Justice).</li> <li>Has experience supporting vulnerable children and young people with complex needs, and advocating for them.</li> <li>Understands trauma, adolescent development, and the risks young people face outside the home (e.g. exploitation, substance misuse, peer associations).</li> <li>Is confident in risk assessment, safeguarding, and developing tailored support plans.</li> <li>Communicates effectively, with compassion and commitment to helping young people and families change their lives for the better.</li> <li>Is flexible, resilient, and ready to work evenings/weekends and travel across the borough.</li> </ul> Please view Job Profile&nbsp;here For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Palmela.witter@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Palmela.witter@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 31/12/25 however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. &nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770. Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

London Borough of Havering

Targeted Youth Support Practitioner

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Senior Youth Justice Service (YJS) Practitioner Salary - £49,056-£53,172pa Grade: 8 | Location: London Borough of Havering |&nbsp; Make a Difference in Young Lives The London Borough of Havering is seeking an experienced and committed Senior Youth Justice Practitioner to join our multi-agency Youth Justice Service. This pivotal role focuses on preventing children and young people from entering the youth justice system and supporting those who have offended to move away from further criminal behaviour. What You'll Do <ul><li>Lead and manage a team of Youth Justice practitioners, Reparation and Restorative Justice Workers, and sessional staff.</li> <li>Oversee delivery of statutory interventions and the Junior Attendance Centre (JAC).</li> <li>Champion restorative justice, reparation, and victim work.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with Youth Justice National Standards and robust safeguarding practice.</li> <li>Work directly with young people and victims, promoting trauma-informed and whole-family approaches.</li> <li>Contribute to strategic partnerships and service development.</li> </ul> About You <ul><li>Significant experience in youth justice, safeguarding, or related services.</li> <li>Strong leadership and team management skills.</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of youth justice legislation and practice.</li> <li>Excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working abilities.</li> <li>A degree or professional qualification in Social Work, Youth Work, Probation, Policing, or similar.</li> </ul> Why Join Us? <ul><li>Be part of a passionate team committed to improving outcomes for young people and communities.</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression.</li> <li>Make a real impact through restorative and trauma-informed practice.</li> </ul> If you’re passionate about protecting young people, supporting victims, and leading high-quality services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape a safer, brighter future. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact <a href="mailto:Daniel.Silva@havering.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daniel.Silva@havering.gov.uk</a> The closing date for the receipt of applications is 02/01/26,&nbsp;however interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770. Please view Job Profile here Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering. The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.

Senior YJS Practitioner

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.Introduction Life experience and enthusiasm is essential for this role, in addition to having understanding of young people's participation and how they can be supported to influence decision making and take part in civic life.What’s the role? YVAP Student WorkerThe person appointed&nbsp;to the YVAP Student Worker role will be required&nbsp; to support the work of the Young Mayor, Children's Safeguarding partnership board.This role is part time, 6 hrs a week on a 1 year, Fixed Term ContractWhat’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>&nbsp;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 for The role requires someone who can work as part of the team to develop opportunities for young people to get involved in their local areas.Location The post will have an office base in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, however many of the posts duties will be carried out in the Lewisham’s Open Spaces and with the parks service based at Wearside Service Centre, Ladywell.Special conditions<ul> <li>DBS Disclosure Required: Yes</li> <li>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.</li></ul><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 <a href="mailto:Katherine.Brown@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Katherine.Brown@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/YVAPStudentWorkerJDPSFINAL18122025" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£30,225.00 - £30,654 pro rata (Scale 2) 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.Diversity Lewisham 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, Lewisham Works, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. 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London Borough of Lewisham

YVAP Student Worker

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.IntroductionKickstart Your Career in Youth Work – Learn, Grow, and Empower Young Lives.&nbsp;&nbsp; Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact in your community? Our Assistant Youth Support Worker Apprenticeship offers the perfect opportunity to earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience, and develop the skills needed for a rewarding career in youth services.What’s the role?As an Assistant Youth Support Worker, you’ll help deliver engaging programmes that empower young people, promote participation, and widen their horizons. You’ll assist in creating safe, inclusive spaces, provide guidance and support, and encourage respect and tolerance. Working as part of a dynamic team, you’ll contribute to planning and delivering activities that inspire creativity and social responsibility. This is a hands-on role where you’ll learn, grow, and make a real difference in your community.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’re looking for someone enthusiastic about working with young people and committed to making a positive impact. You’ll need good communication skills, the ability to build relationships, and a willingness to learn and develop through training. Energy, creativity, and a flexible approach are essential, along with an understanding of equality and safeguarding. If you’re passionate about empowering young people and ready to grow, this role is for you.LocationThe job is primarily based across youth centres, adventure playgrounds and other community settings.Special conditions<ul> <li>Weekend working is required for this job</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- 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 <a href="mailto:Anthony.Powell@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anthony.Powell@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/AssistantYouthSupportWorkerJDPS07012026" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£30, 225 - £30,654 per annum (Scale 2)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="https://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. 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