The Children's Society

Permanent subject to funding until 31st March 2028 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9-5, subject to flexibility) £26,100 per annum / pro rata Based in Newcastle office, work across the North East The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need. This role sits within our Youth Impact Domain, which works to provide immediate one-to-one and group support for children who urgently need support. Your role will be to help us maintain and develop innovative practice to support our work in our services around the country. We are currently looking for a highly motivated and innovative person to join our dynamic, ambitious team. A key part of this role will be your ability to deliver the work of SCARPA, ensuring that children and young people at risk of Exploitation receive support, information, and services to meet their needs The required skills and competencies for this role are -A relevant professional qualification e.g. diploma in social work, certificate in youth and community work, or related NVQ -Demonstrable understanding of Safeguarding policies and procedures within the context of Exploitation -Substantial relevant experience of working with children and young people at risk, from diverse backgrounds -Experience of supporting people who are dealing with complex and sensitive issues. -Experience of delivering one to one and group work to young people -A strong commitment to team working -Ability to record interventions delivered in an effective, concise professional manner It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies -Knowledge and experience of methods in building positive relationships with children and young people -Clear understanding of children's rights and a commitment to promoting those rights -Experience of delivering training to professionals The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more. The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, which includes the disclosure of criminal records, vetting checks, and the provision of appropriate references. The number and type of references required may vary depending on the nature and responsibilities of the role, ensuring that each appointment is carefully assessed. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation. The closing date for applications is midnight on 11th February 2026. Interviews will be held in Feb/March 2026 IN1

Permanent 37 hours per week, over 7 days, to include Saturdays and Sundays £25,760 per annum Location: Exmouth We offer many enhanced benefits including: -28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays -Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8% -Free confidential counselling service: available to all staff and volunteers -Opportunity for all managers to join our Bespoke Management Development Programme - Compass Full details about our benefits can be found on our website. Have you got Retail/Management experience? Are you looking for a new challenge in 2026? We are looking for a Shop Manager to lead our team in the Exmouth shop, you will be working in a creative environment, working with donated goods to maximise sales and net contribution. You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise the vital funds needed to support our frontline work. You will need to be driven and focused on making money, and have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop. As a Shop Manager you will manage an Assistant Shop Manager along with a team of diverse Volunteers, you will need great people skills and be confident at working with people from different backgrounds creating a welcoming and positive experience for all of our staff, volunteers and supporters. If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way then this is the place for you. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more. We look forward to receiving your application. The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The closing date for applications is Thursday 12th February 2026. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy from Thursday 5th February onwards. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed. IN2

Permanent Location: The Children's Society Shop, Calverton, Notts 37 hours per week over Monday to Sunday £25,760 per annum We offer many enhanced benefits including: -28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays -Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8% -Free confidential counselling service: available to all staff and volunteers -Free parking space at the shop -Flexible working days depending on business needs -Opportunity for all managers to join our Bespoke Management Development Programme - Compass Full details about our benefits can be found on our website. Do you have retail experience and a flair for leadership? Are you a natural leader with a drive for results and a passion for making a difference? We're looking for a confident and motivated Shop Manager to lead our team in our Calverton shop. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to engage with the local community, shape the shop's future, and drive up income to support young people. You'll be responsible for managing an Assistant Shop Manager and a brilliant team of volunteers, working together to turn donated goods into meaningful support for young people. You'll lead and inspire existing volunteers, and attract, recruit and develop new ones to build a team that maximises the shop's potential. If you have retail experience and enjoy connecting with people from all walks of life, this could be the perfect role for you. If you're also passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support children when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We're there for children, every step of the way. We run over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more. The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. We look forward to receiving your application. This vacancy closes at midnight on Friday 5th February 2026. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed. IN2

Role based in Newcastle & Gateshead £35,100-£38,390.76 per annum 35 hours per week Permanent position with a provisional funding end date of September 2026 . All posts will be eligible for consideration under TUPE if contract awarded to another organisation. The successful applicant will work out of our Newcastle office The Children's Society has vacancy for a Emotional Health & Wellbeing Service Manager within our RISE Service in Newcastle & Gateshead. The Rise service, offers evidence-based individual and group interventions in educational settings for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, as well as supporting settings to develop their whole school/college approach to mental health. Your role will be: -To lead and manage the Mental Health Support Team on a day to day basis -To enable a safe, quality evidenced based service, the team will require development and there will be specific work to ensure robust integration across early intervention pathways, working alongside community partners and education settings. -The post holder will lead the team to deliver evidenced based interventions with children and young people in education settings with mild to moderate emotional and mental health problems In order to be considered for this post you will have to demonstrate that you already have: Skills -Knowledge and skills in delivery of high professional care standards in line with legislation and best practice -The ability to act creatively and respond to new and challenging situations. -Ability to process information with a solution focused approach -A positive approach to working with children and young people with a range of difficulties -Extensive experience leadership and management of diverse teams -The ability to act on own initiative, supervise others and co-ordinate work. Work-based Knowledge -Demonstrable experience of working in CYP emotional wellbeing and mental health services - To be trained and competent as a manager and education mental health services - Skills and experience of working with children, young people and families around a range of emotional/Mental health/behavioural/additional health/developmental needs - Excellent understanding of common mental and emotional health issues that children & young people face, informed by current research and evidence bases. - Clinical insight into emotional health and mental health pathways within the NHS CYP Mental Health Services. INFORMATION ABOUT THE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer. Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more. Benefits Enhanced Annual leave 28 days length of service extra 2 after 2 5 and 7 goes up to 36 days plus bank holidays. Free eye test claim back Pension match contribution up to 8% can op out Life Assurance death in service 4 x salary gets paid to nominated person. Cycle to work 39% of bike costs can be spread across the year 770 retailers discounts offered with You Star App. All people within diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities For an application pack please visit the web site or telephone The Childrens Society Recruitment team on The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. Therefore, candidates applying for work in our Youth Impact Domain will be required to complete an "Employment history_template" document prior to interview. The closing date for applications is Midnight on 2nd February 2026. Interviews dates to be confirmed. IN1