Overview
Join to apply for the Early Help Targeted Youth Worker role at London Borough of Lambeth
Full time/Permanent/Hybrid
PO1: £43,308pa rising in annual increments to £45,852pa incl. LW
About Us
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth’. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.
About The Role
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and families? We’re looking for a dynamic and committed Early Help Targeted Youth Worker to join our Children’s, Families and Education division. You’ll play a vital role in delivering early intervention support to adolescents and their families, helping them stay safe, healthy, and engaged in education and community life.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver targeted, time-limited interventions to young people and families.
* Use strength-based and solution-focused approaches to reduce risk and promote positive change.
* Provide mentoring and practical support to help young people access services and opportunities.
* Collaborate with social workers, youth justice, schools, and community partners.
* Promote education, emotional wellbeing, and healthy lifestyles.
* Respond flexibly to family needs, including out-of-hours support.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience working directly with children, young people, and families with complex needs.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and legal frameworks.
* Ability to assess risk, develop action plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions.
* A relevant professional qualification (e.g., Youth Work, Social Work, Teaching).
* Excellent communication and partnership-building skills.
For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in the linked documents.
Benefits
* Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women’s.
* Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
* Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Hybrid Working.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
* Discounts at local restaurants.
* Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
* Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
* Trade Union Membership.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here. We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.
Closing date
24th September 2025 at midnight
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
* Industries: Government Administration
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