Job Description
Children and Young Person’s Support Worker / Advocate
Support children and young people affected by domestic abuse through trauma-informed casework and group interventions. This frontline safeguarding role involves risk assessment, support planning and multi-agency working across Sandwell and Dudley.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Children’s Advocate, Young People’s Support Worker, Young Person’s Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Community Support Worker, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Children’s Support Worker, Family Support Worker
SALARY: £24,761 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Covering the Sandwell, Walsall and Dudley, West Midlands areas
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Children and Young Person’s Support Worker / Advocate working within a specialist community service supporting families affected by domestic abuse.
As a Children and Young Person’s Support Worker / Advocate you will deliver trauma-informed one-to-one casework and structured group work, including evidence-based programmes designed to build resilience, improve emotional wellbeing and promote healthy relationships.
The Children and Young Person’s Support Worker / Advocate will manage a caseload, complete risk assessments, develop support plans and work in partnership with education settings and multi-agency professionals to ensure coordinated safeguarding and positive outcomes.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Children and Young Person’s Support Worker / Advocate include:
* Deliver One-to-One Support: Provide age-appropriate, child-led interventions to build resilience and emotional awareness
* Facilitate Group Programmes: Co-deliver structured group sessions exploring domestic abuse, safety planning and healthy coping strategies
* Case Management: Manage a caseload including risk assessment, needs assessment, support planning, outcomes tracking and case reviews
* Multi-Agency Working: Liaise with schools, safeguarding partners and specialist services to coordinate effective support
* Family Engagement: Support parents and children together to strengthen communication and relationships
* Safeguarding Practice: Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns in line with legislation and policy
* Report Writing: Maintain accurate case notes and prepare reports for meetings and case conferences
* Programme Assessment: Assess families for suitability for structured recovery programmes
* Professional Development: Attend supervision, training and contribute to service evaluation and improvement
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
* Previous experience working with children and young people affected by trauma or domestic abuse
* Experience managing a caseload including risk assessment and support planning
* Proven experience of safeguarding children and responding appropriately to concerns
* Experience working within a multi-agency setting and building professional relationships
* Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and child development
* Ability to deliver both one-to-one interventions and group work programmes
* Strong communication skills with the ability to produce clear, accurate case records
* Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
* GCSE English and Mathematics Grade C or above (or equivalent)
* Eligible to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject
* Understanding of motivational interviewing and attachment theory
* Knowledge of Violence Against Women and Girls strategy and the gendered nature of abuse
* Experience supporting families with complex needs including mental health or substance misuse
* Full driving licence with access to a vehicle
BENEFITS
* Mileage allowance
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to group clinical supervision
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Wellbeing day
* Pension scheme with employer contribution
* Time off in lieu when required
This role requires a DBS check
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14430
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