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Job Title: Business Support Senior Officer - Services for Young People Starting Salary: £27,693.72 opportunity to progress to £31,021 per annum per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Watford Contract Type: Fixed Term/End Date September 2026 Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>This is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity until the end of September 2026. The opportunity exists due to the secondment of the current post holder to a more senior role within Business Support.We are looking for a Senior Business Support officer to work as part of a team of business support staff providing administration and business support to the Watford, Three Rivers and Hertsmere Services for Young People Team. Services for Young People are the primary provider of youth work, career education information advice guidance and work-related learning in Hertfordshire and work with vulnerable young people to address emerging needs, improve life chances, and reduce escalation to more expensive and intensive services. This includes supporting those challenged in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood. The young people we work with are typically 11-17 and 18 to 25 if they are Care Leavers or have SEND.<h4>About the role</h4>The role is varied and would provide a full range of reception / front of house, administrative, finance and senior office duties (including oversight of the work of the wider team) to support the full offer to young people at our Young People’s Centres based in the Watford / Three Rivers district.The role is primarily office based (Apsley / Watford base) and will require the ability to travel across several HCC sites in the Watford / Three Rivers / Hertsmere area<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working in a previous administrative or support role</li><li>Organisational and multitasking skills</li><li>Experience in taking notes would be beneficial</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with a range of audiences</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software</li><li>Experience in working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Understanding of specialised processes and methods gained through relevant training and experience.</li><li>Ability to plan own work over short timescales for routine or familiar tasks and processes and use your initiative to work independently.</li><li>GCSE or Vocational equivalent, strong numeracy and literacy skills</li><li>Enthusiasm and pride in your work are qualities we welcome.&nbsp;</li><li>You will be used to working to tight deadlines and with high accuracy in written correspondence.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Support with coaching and training others</li><li>Experience in processing invoices and handling financial transactions.</li></ul>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 Business Support Services, level BUS7 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Business support servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Audrey.delaney@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Audrey.delaney@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: to be confirmed&nbsp;Benefits 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. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<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.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). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Business Support Senior Officer - Services for Young People

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CITY OF LONDON
Children's Rights and Participation Officer
Salary: £42,750 - £47,620 per annum inclusive of Inner London Weighting
Contract: Full-time – Permanent (Hybrid)
Hybrid – you’ll be expected to be in the office at least 3 days per week or 60% of your working time in the office.
Are you passionate about championing children’s rights and amplifying young voices — especially those who need to be heard the most? 
We’re looking for a Children’s Rights and Participation Officer to lead meaningful engagement with children and young people across the City of London, ensuring they’re at the heart of our services, policies and decision-making. You’ll work with children in care, care leavers, young carers and others with lived experience of Early Help or Social Care, helping shape a city where every child’s voice matters.
Why This Role? 
You’ll design and lead innovative ways for children and young people to participate, share feedback, and influence service improvements. From advocacy to Return Home Interviews, your work will directly protect rights, promote wellbeing and improve outcomes.
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<li>Champion the Voice of the Child: Promote participation across Children’s Services, coordinate the Children in Care Council, and drive co-production.</li>
<li>Deliver Advocacy that Makes a Difference: Support individual children and young people to navigate systems, access their rights and thrive.</li>
<li>Influence at Every Level: Share insights and evidence with senior leaders and Members to improve services for those who need them most.</li>
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What We’re Looking For :
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<li>A relevant qualification (e.g. in youth work, social work) or equivalent experience in participation and advocacy</li>
<li>Experienced in working with children and young people in vulnerable situations</li>
<li>Strong understanding of safeguarding, children’s rights (e.g. UNCRC, Children Act 1989), and how local authorities work</li>
<li>Skilled in developing creative, inclusive engagement – from workshops and surveys to events and training</li>
<li>A confident communicator who can build trust and challenge where needed, promoting equity, inclusion and anti-racist practice</li>
<li>Knowledge of GDPR, confidentiality, and strong IT, time management, and reporting skills</li>
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Why Join Us? 
At the City of London Corporation, you’ll have the chance to work in a small, dynamic and dedicated team – with the influence and scope to make a tangible difference in children’s lives.
You’ll report to our Head of Safeguarding and Quality Assurance and work across internal services and external partners to ensure children’s rights are respected, protected and fulfilled. You’ll also be supported to develop professionally, with ongoing CPD and a role that offers variety, creativity and purpose.
In addition to a competitive salary and membership of the excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, you can look forward to an all-round package of life-improving benefits and offers – from interest-free season ticket and bicycle loans to discounts on health and wellbeing, arts and culture.
Closing date: 28 November 2025.
Interviews will be held on 17 December 2025.

Children's Rights and Participation Officer

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.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

Location: Opportunities across districts in Hertfordshire. Please specify your preferred location at application stage. Salary: £12.85- £13.52 per hour Hours: Opportunities for 5, 7.5 or 10 hours per week term-time; in the evenings. Contract: Permanent Are you passionate about helping young people develop the skills and confidence they need to get the best start in life?Are you energetic and creative with skills and knowledge to share?Our excellent training and ongoing support will turn your passion into expertise that can change lives.<h4>About the Team</h4>You will be in one of the 10 Services for Young People district teams and will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the prospects of young people.Working with young people locally aged 11 to 17 in groups of 12-25, many of whom face challenges in their home life, education or local community, you’ll help us deliver targeted prevention and early interventions, informal education opportunities and develop their skills. &nbsp;Supported by qualified and experienced staff, you will be a key member of our team supporting the delivery of a diverse range of curriculum programmes including independent living skills and emotional wellbeing, to supporting young people in staying away from crime, anti-social behaviour and offering guidance on relationships and sexual health.<h4>About the role</h4>Our sessions run for 2.5 hours and typically evenings Monday – Saturday during term time which depending on the weekly hours you can commit to could be the following:<ul><li>5 hours = 2 sessions a week</li><li>7.5 hours = 3 sessions a week</li><li>10 hours = 4 sessions a week</li></ul>We’re looking for people from a wide variety of backgrounds who have worked with Children and/or Young People in a voluntary or paid capacity.Additionally, we are keen to hear from those who have skills to share in areas such as sports, outdoor learning, art &amp; crafts, media, music, health as a tool to establish a relationship and engagement with our young people.If you’re passionate about working with young people, keen to learn, have good communication skills and are a team player, you’ll fit right in to our friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment.Whilst a driving license is not essential some of our locations can be a little challenging on public transport so a car and license would be preferrable. In return, amongst many benefits and training Hertfordshire can offer you, we will offer you opportunities to develop your youth work practice.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Willingness and ability to work regular weekly evening sessions including Fridays.</li><li>Having worked or currently working in a role with children and/of Young People (paid or voluntary capacity)</li><li>Ability to develop professional relationships with young people and vulnerable young adults.</li><li>Good knowledge, interests, skills or training that would enable you to contribute to positive informal educational activities with young people and vulnerable young adults.</li><li>Understanding of the key issues which young people and vulnerable young adults face and the ability to identify their needs.</li><li>Experience of working as a member of a team and evidence of successful contributions you have made to a team's work.</li><li>Willingness and ability to complete the compulsory Certificate in Youth Work, a commitment to undertake ongoing professional development and to put what you learn into practice.</li><li>An understanding of equal opportunities and knowledge of how you would put that into practice.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Skills in areas such as sports, outdoor learning, art &amp; crafts, media, music, health</li><li>Full UK driving licence &amp; regular access to a vehicle.</li></ul>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.Questions? Then feel free to email <a href="mailto:SfYP@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">SfYP@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or visit our website to find out more information&nbsp;Work for Services for Young People.Interviews will take place throughout the advertising period on an on-going basis.&nbsp;Be the person who makes a difference to young people. Join us today. Benefits 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 outline, 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 employerand 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. 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). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>YSW 5-8 Job Outline.pdf</li></ul> 





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