“Early Break is a young people and family charity that believes excellence at all points of delivery is a requirement. If you take pride in your work, are hardworking, want to be professionally challenged and are passionate to make a difference in the lives of others then our organisation could well suit you. We have a strong set of values determined by staff which we continuously work towards. It is our shared expectation our staff will be “professionally curious” both in their delivery and ongoing professional development.”
Vicky Maloney, CEO
Full and part time roles available
Candidates must be available to work Mondays and Tuesdays until 7pm (to be negotiated) to support the RISE drop-in.
Role Purpose
EHWB worker (RISE team)- Delivery of effective 1:1 emotional health and wellbeing assessments and interventions with young people and their families aged 5-18 presenting with emotional health and wellbeing needs across the community and education settings.
As an EHWB worker in the RISE team, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals navigate through challenges and make informed decisions to achieve their goals. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of young people and be responsible for understanding their unique needs and circumstances.
* Offer person-centred assessments to children, young people and their families to help them navigate challenging times and make informed decisions to achieve their goals.
* Deliver a range of individualised support to young people with presenting emotional health and wellbeing needs and offer them appropriate interventions and/or support them into the wider CYPMH provision, Early Break core services or other service provisions.
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary substance-use and emotional health and wellbeing team alongside to support emotional wellbeing of children and young people.
* Support and encourage young people to take on board safety messages as regards risk taking behaviour and own vulnerability including self-injury, substance use, offending behaviour, CSE, CCE and other.
* Prepare, plan and deliver education sessions and group work to young people in education settings or the community as per presenting need.
* Adhere to Early Break policies on Safeguarding including identification and referral, as well as participating in any subsequent action in relation to these.
* Work with a range of partners in ensuring seamless access to support for children and young people.
* Maintain and update levels of knowledge and understanding of issues relevant to young people’s lives through reading, eLearning and training offered by Early Break and other agencies, as opportunities arise.
* Ensure all necessary administration/sessional recordings are complete, including maintenance of Nebula database.
* Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of the work of the role and the Service.
* Implement Service Health and Safety Policy/Service Guidelines including risk assessments.
* Attend relevant internal and external meetings supportive to the role.
* Engage in professional development opportunities and training as required/appropriate.
* Have an understanding of and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
* Closing Time: 12:00pm
* Anticipated Interview Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 - 12:00
* Contact Name: Jess Ball
* Contact Information: 0161 723 3880 or recruitment@earlybreak.co.uk
* Employee Benefits: Company Benefits
o Long Service Leave: an additional 4 weeks paid holiday after every 3 years in service (subject to attendance thresholds).
o Supervision: 10 sessions per 12 months with an external supervisor to facilitate reflective practice.
o Wellbeing Day: 2 x half days of additional paid leave every 12 months as a ‘wellbeing day’ for staff.
o Volunteer Day: 1 day additional paid leave every 12 months as a ‘volunteer’ opportunity with another third sector organisation of your choice.
* Flexible Working Options: Part time
* Working Pattern Details: Full and part time roles available
* Candidates must be available to work Mondays and Tuesdays until 7pm (to be negotiated) to support the RISE drop-in.
* Would You Consider A Job Share For The Role?: Yes
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