Young People Support Worker
Young People Support Worker
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Job Description
Salary:
Hours per week:37 hours
Interview date:Tuesday 10 June 2025
Young Peoples Service Empowering Young Lives
Are you passionate about making a difference for young people who are at risk of exploitation or where there are concerning behaviours/ risks outside of the home If you are dedicated compassionate and committed to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable young people and their families we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
As a Young People Support Worker in our Emerald Team youll have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people. In our dynamic and supportive environment youll contribute to a range of integrated services for young people their families.
In this role your key responsibilities will be completing a support assessment to highlight the needs risks and strengths for a young person and formulate a plan of support. You will work alongside other young peoples support workers as well as social workers within the team. You will receive regular supervision from a supportive management team.
A solid understanding of child/adolescent development risks and indicators of exploitation vulnerabilities and exploitation is crucial.
To excel in this role you should possess an NVQ Level 4 or equivalent significant experience in a relevant field and proven engagement with vulnerable children and young people aged 1017.
There will be a requirement to occasionally work with children and families when they most need it which may be outside of normal working hours including weekends. The number of out of hours worked will not exceed 10% of the total contracted hours per week.
Why us
Wiltshire Council is a friendly welcoming place to work with a One Council ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.Explore more benefits here!
Please download and read therole description and person specificationcarefully before you apply as well asOur Identity.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion dignity trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
For more details contact Jessie Mackie Team Manager Emerald ator call.
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read ourstatement of commitment to equality and inclusion.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
