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Be a hero to a young person in care!Are you looking for a meaningful, long-term volunteering role where you can make a positive difference in a young person’s life?If yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you!We’re seeking compassionate, reliable adults to become Independent Visitors - volunteer mentors and trusted friends to children and young people in care.What is an Independent Visitor?An Independent Visitor (IV) is a volunteer befriender and mentor who visits a young person in care once a month, usually on weekends, to enjoy fun, supportive activities together. As an IV, you’ll be a consistent, caring adult outside their professional network - someone who chooses to be there, just for them.This is a long-term role, and we ask volunteers to commit to at least two years to help build a strong, stable relationship.We’re especially keen to hear from volunteers based in or near London and Kent, where many of our young people live.Why it mattersYoung people in care often face instability and frequent change. Having a consistent adult who listens, encourages and simply spends time with them can be life changing.“My IV is the one person who’s always there for me. They make me feel like I matter.” Young Person in Care.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>Who can volunteer?You don’t need previous experience - just the right values and commitment. We’re looking for caring people who are:<ul><li>Friendly and approachable</li><li>Patient, empathetic and consistent</li><li>A good listener</li><li>Committed to visiting once a month for at least two years</li><li>Willing to complete training and safeguarding checks</li></ul>We particularly welcome applications from male volunteers and individuals from Black, Asian and other underrepresented communities.What will you be doing?As an Independent Visitor, you’ll:<ul><li>Meet your young person once a month for activities like going to the cinema, bowling, exploring parks or just having a chat</li><li>Suggest age-appropriate outings based on their interests</li><li>Keep in touch between visits with a weekly call or message (if they’d like)</li><li>Occasionally join in on group events</li><li>Create meaningful, lasting memories</li></ul>Please note that all travel and activity expenses will be covered.Training &amp; ongoing supportBefore you start, we’ll provide:<ul><li>Full initial training</li><li>Ongoing support and one-to-one supervision</li><li>Access to additional training through Southwark’s volunteer resources</li></ul>Contact information<ul><li>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sav D’Souza via email at Sav.D'<a href="mailto:Souza@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Souza@southwark.gov.uk</a></li></ul>Recruitment timeline<ul><li>Applications reviewed on an ongoing basis.</li><li>Interviews: To be confirmed.</li></ul>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Ready to make a difference?If you’re looking for a rewarding, long-term volunteering opportunity where you can support a young person one to one and help them thrive, we’d love to receive an application from you today!





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Southwark Council

Independent Visitor - Volunteer Opportunity

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Sessional Instructor Fairplay Outdoor Education Centre Salary: £15.30 per hour plus London Weighting Allowance Location - Station Road, Wickham Bishops, Witham, ESSEX CM8 3JL Fairplay Outdoor Education Centre is looking for a dynamic, energetic sessional instructor to join our small but highly experienced team. Our Instructors have a real passion for high quality outdoor education delivery and outstanding customer service to young people and adults, including those with special needs. As a Sessional Instructor you will be delivering a range of outdoor and adventurous activities (subject to any currently held qualifications/experience and or subsequent training with us). Activities Include: Problem Solving, Archery, Orienteering, Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Zip Wire, Giant Swing, Caving and Mountain Biking. If you work for us, you’ll be part of the strong tradition of outdoor education provision which we’ve been delivering to children, young people and adults since 1963! Overview of the job Location: Fairplay Outdoor Education Centre is based in Wickham Bishops, Essex.&nbsp; Fairplay House accommodates up to 79 students and 9 visiting staff and is set in 12 acres of parkland garden Key attributes: Effective and high quality outdoor education delivery through outdoor and adventurous activities Safe but fun with a strong emphasis on pastoral care Caring and professional Great group control and behaviour management Training and qualifications We particularly welcome applicants that hold at least 2 nationally recognised qualifications such as BCU/UKCC coach, CWA/SPA/ERCA, RYA dinghy instructor, RYA PB2/Safety Boat, GB Archery Leader Award, A relevant First Aid Qualification. A particular interest in cycling and bike maintenance also an advantage. Some previous experience in another centre would be an advantage. A thorough induction and training regime exists at the centre with the ability for further NGB qualifications Please view JD here Closing date 03/08/2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham 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. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Sessional Instructor

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We are looking for a skilled and motivated individual to join our Early Help Service as a Youth Early Help Professional to support young people at risk, helping them build resilience, stay safe, and make positive choices for their future.
<h3>About you…</h3>
You are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people. With a strong sense of purpose and a relationship-focused approach, you build trust, provide meaningful support and confidently lead on safeguarding those at risk of exploitation or who go missing.
You are resilient, motivated and driven to create lasting, positive change. If you thrive on empowering young people and working in a fast-paced, impactful environment, this is the role for you.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
You will be joining a committed and high-performing team within Bracknell Forest’s Early Help Service. Our work places young people’s voices at the centre of everything we do. We collaborate closely across services, combining our diverse expertise to reduce risk, build resilience and help young people make informed, positive choices. You will be supported by experienced, like-minded colleagues who are just as passionate about safeguarding and change-making as you are.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
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<li>Hold a caseload of young people aged 11–19 who are at risk of exploitation or go missing.</li>
<li>Deliver Return Home Conversations and targeted interventions, including one-to-one and group work.</li>
<li>Carry out holistic assessments and contribute to multi-agency risk planning.</li>
<li>Build positive relationships with young people and key partners including Children’s Social Care and the Police.</li>
<li>Support young people to access ongoing help and move towards safer, more stable futures.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 13th August
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Nick Young, Team Manager, Youth Service and Makesafe, phone number: 01344 351 509
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for&nbsp;more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Youth Early Help Professional (Makesafe Team)

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
We have several opportunities to be a Youth Worker (Assisting) at Wirral Council.
We have one role supporting the New Horizons LGBTQ+ Youth Group, providing a safe, inclusive space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, and Questioning young people aged up to 19.
<ul>
<li>Salary: JNC Assisting Range, Points 5 (Unqualified)</li>
<li>Hours: 3 hours per week (flexible, including evenings/weekends)</li>
<li>Location: Wirral</li>
</ul>
About the Role:
Under the Team Leader’s guidance, you will deliver targeted youth work to LGBTQ+ young people, fostering trusting relationships, facilitating issue-based sessions (e.g., mental health, hate crime awareness), and supporting social action projects. You’ll co-produce programmes with young people, promote opportunities, and ensure safeguarding compliance.
About the Candidate:
Build positive relationships with young people. Plan and deliver outcome-focused group activities. Support early intervention for at-risk young people. Record project data and contribute to service development. Act as a role model and adhere to health and safety policies. Essential Criteria: Knowledge of face-to-face youth work with 11-19-year-olds. Understanding of safeguarding and equal opportunities. Strong communication and IT skills. Commitment to pursuing a Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work. Desirable Criteria: Experience working with young people. Familiarity with youth work practice recording. Knowledge of youth work curriculum development.
We also have 4 roles in our Detached Youth Work Team. This team are dedicated to empowering and supporting the youth of Wirral to navigate life's challenges and reach their full potential. We are seeking enthusiastic and committed Detached Youth Support Workers to join our team and make a lasting impact on the lives of young individuals in our community.
<ul>
<li>Salary: JNC Assisting Range, Points 5 (Unqualified)</li>
<li>Hours: 6 hours per week (flexible, including evenings/weekends)</li>
<li>Location: Wirral</li>
</ul>
About the Role:
As a Detached Youth Support Worker, you will play a vital role in engaging with young people in their communities and places where they hang out. You will provide guidance, mentorship, and a listening ear to address the unique needs and concerns of young people.
About the Candidate:
You must have a passion for working with young people and a genuine desire to make a difference in their lives. You will be understanding of the pressures and challenges young people face today, with excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with young people from diverse backgrounds. You will be empathetic, have patience, and active listening skills to understand and address the concerns of young individuals. You will be required to work flexibility to accommodate evening and weekend work. Previous experience in youth work, community engagement, or a related field is advantageous but not essential.
Please state on your application if you would like to be considered for the New Horizons (LGBTQ+) role or the Detached Youth Service role. Both JD’s are available for you to peruse. 
If you would like to discuss any of the opportunities further, please contact: <a href="mailto:marknewman@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">marknewman@wirral.gov.uk</a>
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Youth Support Worker (assisting)

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Wirral Youth Justice Service are looking to recruit a Service Manager to lead the Council’s Youth Justice Service provision through facilitation, collaborative working with a range of strategic partners and commissioning of high quality, outcome focused and cost-effective delivery of services.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will maintain effective and efficient management, governance and supervision of staff and practice, will drive high standards and ensure that the service delivers effective support for young people. You will need to be competent and have experience of meeting all mandatory, regulatory and inspection requirements enabling our children and families to reach their full potential. You will be responsible for overseeing the management and running of a successful youth justice service.
The role will involve writing and presenting high quality reports, for the Youth Justice Management Board, Local Committee meetings, Youth Justice Board and others. Taking lead on completing and delivering the Youth Justice Annual Plan, to ensure that any actions set in the plan and the development of the services, is completed to the highest standard. As the Service lead, you will ensure that the Youth Justice Service monitors and delivers on the Key Performance Indicators set by the Youth Justice Board.
About the Candidate:
You will have knowledge and understanding of restorative justice principles and experience of working with staff and partners to support victims of crime, as well as supporting children who are at risk or who have entered the Criminal Justice System. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a commitment to a young person-centred, trauma-informed service. You’ll need to be able to demonstrate evidence of training in related areas and have experience working in an anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive manner. Your experience should include Collaborative work with other agencies, experience of working in a team, and working with key stakeholders, with a strong child-first ethos.
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact: <a href="mailto:kathygill@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">kathygill@wirral.gov.uk</a>
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Service Manager Youth Justice Service

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
About the role 
We are looking for a suitable candidate to join Wirral’s Youth Justice Service as a Youth Justice Team Worker to join our team who are based at Solar Campus in Wirral.
In this role, you’ll develop your skills as a competent youth justice practitioner and support vulnerable children and young people within a multi-agency approach.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of a caseload of young people who are at risk of involvement in criminality or involved in the criminal justice system.
The role will involve delivering high quality reports, assessments and interventions for children and young people involved in the criminal justice system.
You will contribute to the work of an established and developing Youth Justice Team, applying your skills, knowledge and professional judgement helping to ensure seamless service to the children &amp; families who often have multiple and complex needs.
Although Wirral has a dedicated Court Officer, this role would be suitable for someone who is looking to develop their Court experience by supporting the work already being done by us in Courts.
The successful candidate will therefore be based in Merseyside Youth Court (Liverpool) a minimum of once a week, in additional to direct work with children and families in Wirral.
If you enjoy working with troubled children and young people and think you have what it takes to be the difference for our staff and residents, then this could be the perfect job for you.
About the candidate
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a commitment to a young person-centred, trauma-informed approach.
You'll need to be able to demonstrate evidence of training in related areas as well as a good standard of education and have experience working in an anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive manner.
Your experience should include Collaborative work with other agencies, experience of working in a team and substantial experiences of direct work with young people and their families.
You will need a track record of working with challenging behaviour as well as Service planning skills, including assessment, monitoring and review.
You will have a strong CHILD-FIRST ethos.
You will have knowledge and understanding of restorative justice principles.
Above all, you will be looking to improve the lives of children by working with them to build on their strengths and promote a childhood free from the criminal justice system.
This is a great opportunity to join an established and progressive multi-agency team and be part of our ambitious journey.
If you have any questions about the role please contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:patriciawootten@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">patriciawootten@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Interviews to be held 13th &amp; 14th August 2025.
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
If your skills, knowledge or experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you - as subject to the skills, knowledge or experience levels within the candidate pool we may explore a traineeship for this role.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Youth Offending Team Worker

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