About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and committed Deputy Children and Young People (CYP) Lead to support the development and delivery of our therapeutic services during a pivotal period of growth and transformation.
Reporting to the CYP Clinical Lead, the successful candidate will provide day‑to‑day leadership and guidance to CYP counsellors and therapists. You will help ensure that services for children and young people are consistently safe, effective, trauma‑informed, and survivor‑centred.
This role combines clinical leadership, safeguarding oversight, service development, and line management. It offers a meaningful opportunity to shape, strengthen, and expand high‑quality CYP services.
What You’ll Do
* Support the CYP Clinical Lead with assessments, allocations and case distribution across CYP pathways
* Provide clinical guidance and day‑to‑day support to CYP counsellors and therapists
* Line manage allocated CYP staff and contribute to recruitment, induction and staff development
* Oversee group work programmes, including family support groups
* Undertake the role of Designated Safeguarding Officer for the CYP team
* Deputise as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead on a rota when required
* Provide guidance on complex safeguarding concerns and ensure appropriate escalation
* Contribute to service improvement, contract delivery and performance monitoring
* Build and maintain effective relationships with external agencies and partners
* Deputise for the CYP Clinical Lead where required
About You
Essential
* Degree‑level qualification in counselling or psychotherapy (or equivalent experience)
* Professional membership with an accredited counselling/psychotherapy body
* Minimum of 200 hours post‑qualification supervised client work
* At least 3 years’ experience working with children and young people affected by rape and sexual violence
* Experience leading or supporting a team
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation (children and adults)
* Completed Level 3 safeguarding training
* Experience in the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector
* Understanding of trauma‑informed, survivor‑centred and feminist practice
* Experience working with diverse communities
* Ability to use data and outcomes to support service improvement
Desirable
* Experience working with marginalised or under‑served communities
* Knowledge of housing, welfare benefits or related legislation
Benefits
* Take the next step in your leadership journey
* Gain experience of safeguarding, clinical leadership and service development
* Support and develop a dedicated team of CYP practitioners
* Contribute to the future direction of CYP therapeutic services at RCSL
* Be part of a dynamic, creative and values‑led organisation
Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment
* Promote the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk
* Identify and report safeguarding concerns
* Follow organisational safeguarding policies and procedures
* Support a culture where everyone feels safe, respected and supported
Legal and Equality
This post is open to women only (Schedule 9, Paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010).
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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