Civic Recruitment Limited
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors. In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions. Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors. Job Description Family Help Disability Advisor - 3 Month Contract Location: Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Contract: Temporary (3 Months) Hours: Full-Time Working Pattern: Hybrid Working - Primarily Home-Based with Attendance at County Hall and Community Visits as Required Summary This temporary 3-month contract role focuses on supporting children and young people with disabilities or additional needs and their families. The Family Help Disability Advisor will assess the wellbeing needs of families, particularly those with children with disabilities, and provide short-term interventions, practical advice, and guidance. The role aims to empower families, build resilience, and ensure support is in place to prevent escalation to specialist services. Responsibilities Family Support Work directly with children, young people, and families. Assess individual and family support needs. Provide practical, emotional, and wellbeing support. Deliver targeted short-term interventions. Assist families in developing skills, confidence, and resilience. Children with Disabilities Support Support children and young people with disabilities and additional needs. Promote inclusion, independence, and wellbeing. Understand the impact of disabilities on development and emotional wellbeing. Support families in accessing appropriate services and support networks. Assessment & Intervention Complete needs assessments and identify appropriate support pathways. Develop action plans with families. Monitor and review outcomes and progress. Ensure interventions remain child-centred and outcome-focused. Advice, Guidance & Advocacy Provide information and advice regarding available services and support. Signpost families to relevant organisations and community services. Ensure families understand available options and support arrangements. Advocate on behalf of children and families where required. Partnership Working Collaborate with social workers, schools, health professionals, and community organisations. Participate in multi-agency discussions and meetings. Share information appropriately to support positive outcomes. Safeguarding Recognise indicators of risk, harm, or vulnerability. Liaise with social workers and partner agencies where concerns arise. Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times. Record Keeping Maintain accurate and up-to-date records. Complete case notes, reports, and assessments. Ensure compliance with confidentiality and data protection requirements. Requirements Experience working with children and young people with disabilities and additional needs. Experience supporting children, young people, and families in community, education, health, or social care settings. Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Experience carrying out assessments and delivering family-focused interventions. Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, and families. Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. Willingness to travel across Cardiff and surrounding areas when required. Previous Local Authority experience. Experience within Children's Services, Early Help, Family Support, or Disability Services. Experience using case management systems and electronic recording systems. Knowledge of services available to children with disabilities and additional needs. Person Specification Qualifications Relevant qualification in Health & Social Care, Childcare, Family Support, Youth Work, Education, or equivalent experience. Family Support or Early Help qualification (desirable). Safeguarding training (desirable). Disability support or SEND-related qualifications (desirable). Knowledge Understanding of the needs of children with disabilities and additional needs. Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Understanding of family support and early intervention approaches. Understanding of child development and wellbeing. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and case management systems. Knowledge of Children's Services and Early Help pathways (desirable). Understanding of local support services available to families (desirable). Knowledge of SEND and disability legislation (desirable). Experience Experience working with children and families. Experience supporting children with disabilities or additional needs. Experience undertaking assessments and interventions. Experience working alongside multi-agency professionals. Experience maintaining accurate records and reports. Previous Local Authority experience (desirable). Experience within disability services, early help, or family support teams (desirable). Experience delivering targeted family support interventions (desirable). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to build effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and manage a caseload. Ability to remain calm and resilient under pressure. Strong assessment and problem-solving skills. Good IT and case recording skills. Ability to engage and motivate families positively.
Sep 11, 2026
Full time
At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors. In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions. Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors. Job Description Family Help Disability Advisor - 3 Month Contract Location: Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff Contract: Temporary (3 Months) Hours: Full-Time Working Pattern: Hybrid Working - Primarily Home-Based with Attendance at County Hall and Community Visits as Required Summary This temporary 3-month contract role focuses on supporting children and young people with disabilities or additional needs and their families. The Family Help Disability Advisor will assess the wellbeing needs of families, particularly those with children with disabilities, and provide short-term interventions, practical advice, and guidance. The role aims to empower families, build resilience, and ensure support is in place to prevent escalation to specialist services. Responsibilities Family Support Work directly with children, young people, and families. Assess individual and family support needs. Provide practical, emotional, and wellbeing support. Deliver targeted short-term interventions. Assist families in developing skills, confidence, and resilience. Children with Disabilities Support Support children and young people with disabilities and additional needs. Promote inclusion, independence, and wellbeing. Understand the impact of disabilities on development and emotional wellbeing. Support families in accessing appropriate services and support networks. Assessment & Intervention Complete needs assessments and identify appropriate support pathways. Develop action plans with families. Monitor and review outcomes and progress. Ensure interventions remain child-centred and outcome-focused. Advice, Guidance & Advocacy Provide information and advice regarding available services and support. Signpost families to relevant organisations and community services. Ensure families understand available options and support arrangements. Advocate on behalf of children and families where required. Partnership Working Collaborate with social workers, schools, health professionals, and community organisations. Participate in multi-agency discussions and meetings. Share information appropriately to support positive outcomes. Safeguarding Recognise indicators of risk, harm, or vulnerability. Liaise with social workers and partner agencies where concerns arise. Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times. Record Keeping Maintain accurate and up-to-date records. Complete case notes, reports, and assessments. Ensure compliance with confidentiality and data protection requirements. Requirements Experience working with children and young people with disabilities and additional needs. Experience supporting children, young people, and families in community, education, health, or social care settings. Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Experience carrying out assessments and delivering family-focused interventions. Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, and families. Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. Willingness to travel across Cardiff and surrounding areas when required. Previous Local Authority experience. Experience within Children's Services, Early Help, Family Support, or Disability Services. Experience using case management systems and electronic recording systems. Knowledge of services available to children with disabilities and additional needs. Person Specification Qualifications Relevant qualification in Health & Social Care, Childcare, Family Support, Youth Work, Education, or equivalent experience. Family Support or Early Help qualification (desirable). Safeguarding training (desirable). Disability support or SEND-related qualifications (desirable). Knowledge Understanding of the needs of children with disabilities and additional needs. Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Understanding of family support and early intervention approaches. Understanding of child development and wellbeing. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and case management systems. Knowledge of Children's Services and Early Help pathways (desirable). Understanding of local support services available to families (desirable). Knowledge of SEND and disability legislation (desirable). Experience Experience working with children and families. Experience supporting children with disabilities or additional needs. Experience undertaking assessments and interventions. Experience working alongside multi-agency professionals. Experience maintaining accurate records and reports. Previous Local Authority experience (desirable). Experience within disability services, early help, or family support teams (desirable). Experience delivering targeted family support interventions (desirable). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to build effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups. Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and manage a caseload. Ability to remain calm and resilient under pressure. Strong assessment and problem-solving skills. Good IT and case recording skills. Ability to engage and motivate families positively.
Role: Young Women and Girls Mentor Advocate Based: Hammersmith, Stratford, Finsbury Park and community locations across London Rate: 14.34 PAYE or £18 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing Hours: 21 hours per week Either Mon Wed or Wed Friday Hybrid, some home working Our client is looking for two Young Women and Girls Mentor Advocates to provide long-term mentoring support to a small cohort of girls aged 9-13 who are experiencing or at risk of domestic abuse, school exclusion, exploitation, gang involvement or contact with the criminal justice system Synopsis of duties: Provide centre-based and outreach support and adopting a child-centred, strengths-based approach. Support the physical, emotional, social and educational development of young girls, helping them to build communication skills, resilience, confidence and positive relationships. Identify and assess the needs, strengths and goals of young girls on an ongoing basis, carry out safety planning and develop, review and support individual support plans. Support young people in a range of settings, including schools, community spaces, care homes and local authority buildings, delivering outreach and group work and providing mentoring, coaching and practical support. Proactively work with young girls and their families to address issues before they escalate, helping to prevent crises such as abuse and exploitation. Meet each child on a weekly basis, either online or through home/community-based sessions, building positive relationships and planning appropriate activities around their individual interests, abilities and goals. Take responsibility for the safety and welfare of young girls when supporting them in the community, during sessions and within group activities. Provide high-quality support to families, ensuring that interventions are tailored to their individual needs and contributing to effective systems and procedures. Follow safeguarding procedures and proactively assess risks and safety concerns, raising concerns with the Service Manager and taking appropriate action to safeguard young girls. Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with a range of professionals, including Social Workers, schools, Pupil Referral Units, Youth Offending Teams, Police, Health, Education, Jobcentre Plus, Local Authority and voluntary and community organisations. Use institutional advocacy and multi-agency working to maximise positive outcomes for young girls and contribute to coordinated support plans. Assist the Service Manager to develop and maintain links with statutory and non-statutory partner agencies, develop referral pathways and provide guidance and training for professionals working with young girls at risk. Lead workshops and activities focusing on emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships and independent living. Maintain accurate records, monitor progress and provide regular updates on young girls progress and outcomes. Ensure accurate and timely case recording and monitoring information is maintained in accordance with contractual and service requirements. Maintain accurate case management records, collate relevant monitoring and evaluation data and keep the Service Manager informed of issues, achievements and outcomes. Provide Duty cover for the service email inbox and phone line, responding to enquiries, providing guidance and support and processing new referrals with the support of the Service Manager. Take responsibility for personal learning and development and remain up to date with relevant research, legislation, policy, safeguarding practice and other developments relevant to the role. Participate in team meetings, peer support, reflective practice, supervision and training, contributing to a culture of open communication and critical reflection. Assist in the development and improvement of services in line with agreed development plans. Essential Requirements A relevant qualification, for example in violence against women and girls (VAWG), criminal justice, youth work, social work, education or another relevant area. Significant experience of supporting children aged up to 13 on a one-to-one basis and within group settings, using trauma-informed approaches. Strong understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable children and families, including domestic abuse, exploitation, gang involvement, CSE, mental health, self-harm, ADHD, ASD, multiple needs and contact with the criminal justice system. Understanding of the practical and emotional support needs of young girls, including education, confidence-building, healthy relationships and resilience Knowledge of trauma-informed and gender-informed approaches when supporting children experiencing multiple forms of disadvantage Current knowledge of legislation, guidance and regulations relating to safeguarding, child protection and Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). Strong understanding of risk management, needs assessment, safety planning and support planning, particularly when working with young girls with complex or multiple needs. Experience of delivering youth work and group activities, including managing challenging behaviour within larger groups. Strong crisis management skills and the ability to remain calm and effective when working in stressful situations. Experience of working in partnership with statutory and voluntary organisations and developing and maintaining strong professional relationships. Experience of working with children and young people with multiple needs, including ADHD, mental health difficulties, self-harm, CSE and ASD, and an understanding of how these can impact the individual and their family. Ability to work in a child-centred manner and quickly build trust and rapport with young people. Ability to have motivational conversations about challenging topics in a non-judgemental and child-centred way. DBS on the update service or dated within the last 12 months Available immediately This role is open to female applicants only, as this is deemed a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Sep 09, 2026
Seasonal
Role: Young Women and Girls Mentor Advocate Based: Hammersmith, Stratford, Finsbury Park and community locations across London Rate: 14.34 PAYE or £18 umb Start Date: ASAP Duration: Temp ongoing Hours: 21 hours per week Either Mon Wed or Wed Friday Hybrid, some home working Our client is looking for two Young Women and Girls Mentor Advocates to provide long-term mentoring support to a small cohort of girls aged 9-13 who are experiencing or at risk of domestic abuse, school exclusion, exploitation, gang involvement or contact with the criminal justice system Synopsis of duties: Provide centre-based and outreach support and adopting a child-centred, strengths-based approach. Support the physical, emotional, social and educational development of young girls, helping them to build communication skills, resilience, confidence and positive relationships. Identify and assess the needs, strengths and goals of young girls on an ongoing basis, carry out safety planning and develop, review and support individual support plans. Support young people in a range of settings, including schools, community spaces, care homes and local authority buildings, delivering outreach and group work and providing mentoring, coaching and practical support. Proactively work with young girls and their families to address issues before they escalate, helping to prevent crises such as abuse and exploitation. Meet each child on a weekly basis, either online or through home/community-based sessions, building positive relationships and planning appropriate activities around their individual interests, abilities and goals. Take responsibility for the safety and welfare of young girls when supporting them in the community, during sessions and within group activities. Provide high-quality support to families, ensuring that interventions are tailored to their individual needs and contributing to effective systems and procedures. Follow safeguarding procedures and proactively assess risks and safety concerns, raising concerns with the Service Manager and taking appropriate action to safeguard young girls. Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with a range of professionals, including Social Workers, schools, Pupil Referral Units, Youth Offending Teams, Police, Health, Education, Jobcentre Plus, Local Authority and voluntary and community organisations. Use institutional advocacy and multi-agency working to maximise positive outcomes for young girls and contribute to coordinated support plans. Assist the Service Manager to develop and maintain links with statutory and non-statutory partner agencies, develop referral pathways and provide guidance and training for professionals working with young girls at risk. Lead workshops and activities focusing on emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships and independent living. Maintain accurate records, monitor progress and provide regular updates on young girls progress and outcomes. Ensure accurate and timely case recording and monitoring information is maintained in accordance with contractual and service requirements. Maintain accurate case management records, collate relevant monitoring and evaluation data and keep the Service Manager informed of issues, achievements and outcomes. Provide Duty cover for the service email inbox and phone line, responding to enquiries, providing guidance and support and processing new referrals with the support of the Service Manager. Take responsibility for personal learning and development and remain up to date with relevant research, legislation, policy, safeguarding practice and other developments relevant to the role. Participate in team meetings, peer support, reflective practice, supervision and training, contributing to a culture of open communication and critical reflection. Assist in the development and improvement of services in line with agreed development plans. Essential Requirements A relevant qualification, for example in violence against women and girls (VAWG), criminal justice, youth work, social work, education or another relevant area. Significant experience of supporting children aged up to 13 on a one-to-one basis and within group settings, using trauma-informed approaches. Strong understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable children and families, including domestic abuse, exploitation, gang involvement, CSE, mental health, self-harm, ADHD, ASD, multiple needs and contact with the criminal justice system. Understanding of the practical and emotional support needs of young girls, including education, confidence-building, healthy relationships and resilience Knowledge of trauma-informed and gender-informed approaches when supporting children experiencing multiple forms of disadvantage Current knowledge of legislation, guidance and regulations relating to safeguarding, child protection and Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). Strong understanding of risk management, needs assessment, safety planning and support planning, particularly when working with young girls with complex or multiple needs. Experience of delivering youth work and group activities, including managing challenging behaviour within larger groups. Strong crisis management skills and the ability to remain calm and effective when working in stressful situations. Experience of working in partnership with statutory and voluntary organisations and developing and maintaining strong professional relationships. Experience of working with children and young people with multiple needs, including ADHD, mental health difficulties, self-harm, CSE and ASD, and an understanding of how these can impact the individual and their family. Ability to work in a child-centred manner and quickly build trust and rapport with young people. Ability to have motivational conversations about challenging topics in a non-judgemental and child-centred way. DBS on the update service or dated within the last 12 months Available immediately This role is open to female applicants only, as this is deemed a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
Senior Playworker Reference number: SC07925 Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £35,373 - £41,637 Schedule: Full-time Location: London Why Southwark? We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest assets and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. The Youth & Play Service are responsible for providing positive activities borough wide for young people aged 11 to 19 years (25 years with SEN) as well as delivery of Adventure Playgrounds for children aged 8 to 15 years. These services are provided in a variety of building-based youth centres and adventure playgrounds across the borough. What You'll Be Doing The Youth & Play Service are responsible for providing positive activities borough wide for young people aged 11 to 19 years (25 years with SEN) as well as delivery of Adventure Playgrounds for children aged 8 to 15 years. These services are provided in a variety of building-based youth centres and adventure playgrounds across the borough. The service also delivers the Youth Parliament, a commissioning programme of grants for organisations and individuals, the digital youth offer (One Hub) and strategic work with a variety of partners from both the statutory and voluntary sector. The service leads on the delivery and coordination of cross departmental youth related programmes with the overall aim to raise the profile of services for young people in Southwark so that no young person is left behind. It also aims to place young people at the heart of future service design to ensure that they can influence decisions affecting their lives. This includes ensuring that council's facilities are fit for purpose, of high quality and young people friendly and that services meet their needs and enable them to fulfil their potential. The post holder will at times work independently and will receive regular supervision to enable delivery of high quality, modern and customer focused services to young people in the Borough. What We're Looking For Experience of developing, facilitating and delivering adventure play activities and facilities for children and/or young people, and their maintenance. Experience of implementing services objectives across a range of play settings - which may include, facility based, detached projects, open or closed play spaces, targeted programmes. Experience of developing and maintaining appropriate and positive relationships with children and/or young people. Experience of managing and motivating teams, allocating resources, monitoring service provision and providing reports. Experience of liaising with internal and external agencies. Additional Information 30 hours per week = £28,562.50 per annum (based on £34,275 at 36 phw). The Play Offer is delivered Tuesdays to Saturdays, and we will require the post holder to work these days with some possible additional hours on Sundays, on an ad hoc basis. Closing date: 31st May 2026. Shortlisting: 3rd June 2026. Interviews: 9th and 10 th June 2026. What to Expect on the Interview Day The interview process may include the following elements: A short presentation. An interview with managers. A short interview with young people. Practical and scenario-based exercises. You will be given clear instructions for each part on the day. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date indicated above - please apply as soon as possible - we look forward to receiving your application. Please note: If you have applied for this role within the last three months, your previous application would have already been considered as part of our recruitment process. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept repeat applications during this period, and any new application submitted within this timeframe will not be progressed. The Play Offer is delivered Tuesdays to Saturdays, and we will require the post holder to work these days with some possible additional hours on Sundays, on an ad hoc basis Attachments Please click here for the job description and person specification
May 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Playworker Reference number: SC07925 Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £35,373 - £41,637 Schedule: Full-time Location: London Why Southwark? We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest assets and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. The Youth & Play Service are responsible for providing positive activities borough wide for young people aged 11 to 19 years (25 years with SEN) as well as delivery of Adventure Playgrounds for children aged 8 to 15 years. These services are provided in a variety of building-based youth centres and adventure playgrounds across the borough. What You'll Be Doing The Youth & Play Service are responsible for providing positive activities borough wide for young people aged 11 to 19 years (25 years with SEN) as well as delivery of Adventure Playgrounds for children aged 8 to 15 years. These services are provided in a variety of building-based youth centres and adventure playgrounds across the borough. The service also delivers the Youth Parliament, a commissioning programme of grants for organisations and individuals, the digital youth offer (One Hub) and strategic work with a variety of partners from both the statutory and voluntary sector. The service leads on the delivery and coordination of cross departmental youth related programmes with the overall aim to raise the profile of services for young people in Southwark so that no young person is left behind. It also aims to place young people at the heart of future service design to ensure that they can influence decisions affecting their lives. This includes ensuring that council's facilities are fit for purpose, of high quality and young people friendly and that services meet their needs and enable them to fulfil their potential. The post holder will at times work independently and will receive regular supervision to enable delivery of high quality, modern and customer focused services to young people in the Borough. What We're Looking For Experience of developing, facilitating and delivering adventure play activities and facilities for children and/or young people, and their maintenance. Experience of implementing services objectives across a range of play settings - which may include, facility based, detached projects, open or closed play spaces, targeted programmes. Experience of developing and maintaining appropriate and positive relationships with children and/or young people. Experience of managing and motivating teams, allocating resources, monitoring service provision and providing reports. Experience of liaising with internal and external agencies. Additional Information 30 hours per week = £28,562.50 per annum (based on £34,275 at 36 phw). The Play Offer is delivered Tuesdays to Saturdays, and we will require the post holder to work these days with some possible additional hours on Sundays, on an ad hoc basis. Closing date: 31st May 2026. Shortlisting: 3rd June 2026. Interviews: 9th and 10 th June 2026. What to Expect on the Interview Day The interview process may include the following elements: A short presentation. An interview with managers. A short interview with young people. Practical and scenario-based exercises. You will be given clear instructions for each part on the day. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date indicated above - please apply as soon as possible - we look forward to receiving your application. Please note: If you have applied for this role within the last three months, your previous application would have already been considered as part of our recruitment process. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept repeat applications during this period, and any new application submitted within this timeframe will not be progressed. The Play Offer is delivered Tuesdays to Saturdays, and we will require the post holder to work these days with some possible additional hours on Sundays, on an ad hoc basis Attachments Please click here for the job description and person specification
Role: Waking Night Support Worker Location - Cannock Pay: £14.86 per hour - 37.5 hours per week You will need to have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Become a Support Worker in Children's Residential Care Are you ready to start with a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services. At Inspire, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Waking Nights Support Worker, based within Dudley every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. At Inspire it is imperative and important that our children enjoy new and varied experiences that encourage them to be the best version of themselves and that any disability is not seen as a barrier but an opportunity for inspirational outside the box thinking. We hold a belief that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children are part of the community, enjoying all that this offers including celebrations, events and fundraising. Our teams are fully committed to Inspires' goals, they understand the challenges and rewards of working with our young people and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. Excellent opportunity for a Waking Nights Support Worker to join our home in Dudley. The home is rated Good in all areas with OFSTED and has an excellent reputation with the local authorities. The home can accommodate up to 6 Young people, all the Children & Young People we support have a learning disability, Autism, epilepsy and can display some associated behaviours. Many of our children (not all) are non-verbal or have limited communication and will communicate with us through different methods such as picture boards, Smartbox devices and Makaton. Our guiding principles are: Integrity, it is the foundation of what we do. A nurturing approach to our young people and staff and a passion that will drive your commitment to achieve the very best for our children. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a hands-on approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none. Preferred but not Essential Experience in Residential Childcare Environment (Preferred) Level 4 Children's and Young People or equivalent (Preferred but not essential) Driver (company provide a car during working hours) Able to work unsociable hours (evenings and nights including weekends) New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas Reward and Benefits Competitive salary including enhanced qualified rates Paid induction programme Dedicated learning and development programmes including fully funded QCF Level 4 Face to face therapeutic training Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topic Free DBS check Free parking Free meals on shift (residential homes only) Refer a friend scheme' reward system - earn £1,000 per referral Pension scheme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes Company vehicle to use when in work CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants Being part of one of the UK's leading specialist therapeutic providers Terms and Conditions apply Safeguarding Statement Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Role: Waking Night Support Worker Location - Cannock Pay: £14.86 per hour - 37.5 hours per week You will need to have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Become a Support Worker in Children's Residential Care Are you ready to start with a role that truly makes a difference? If so, apply today and make this the start of something amazing. We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services. At Inspire, you're not just working - you're shaping futures, furthermore as a Waking Nights Support Worker, based within Dudley every moment you spend with our young people helps them feel safe, valued and supported. At Inspire it is imperative and important that our children enjoy new and varied experiences that encourage them to be the best version of themselves and that any disability is not seen as a barrier but an opportunity for inspirational outside the box thinking. We hold a belief that no child should be disadvantaged and that all children are part of the community, enjoying all that this offers including celebrations, events and fundraising. Our teams are fully committed to Inspires' goals, they understand the challenges and rewards of working with our young people and know that every day they will achieve things that really matter. Excellent opportunity for a Waking Nights Support Worker to join our home in Dudley. The home is rated Good in all areas with OFSTED and has an excellent reputation with the local authorities. The home can accommodate up to 6 Young people, all the Children & Young People we support have a learning disability, Autism, epilepsy and can display some associated behaviours. Many of our children (not all) are non-verbal or have limited communication and will communicate with us through different methods such as picture boards, Smartbox devices and Makaton. Our guiding principles are: Integrity, it is the foundation of what we do. A nurturing approach to our young people and staff and a passion that will drive your commitment to achieve the very best for our children. Bringing our plans to life will be challenging and intense but, with enthusiasm, creativity and a hands-on approach, the reward and satisfaction will be second to none. Preferred but not Essential Experience in Residential Childcare Environment (Preferred) Level 4 Children's and Young People or equivalent (Preferred but not essential) Driver (company provide a car during working hours) Able to work unsociable hours (evenings and nights including weekends) New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people's records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role. Company Values Friendly, passionate and caring nature Positive, pleasant and approachable Empowering others to become stronger and more confident in controlling their lives Person Centred, allowing our children to explore & utilise their own strengths Innovative, by using or showing new methods and ideas Reward and Benefits Competitive salary including enhanced qualified rates Paid induction programme Dedicated learning and development programmes including fully funded QCF Level 4 Face to face therapeutic training Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topic Free DBS check Free parking Free meals on shift (residential homes only) Refer a friend scheme' reward system - earn £1,000 per referral Pension scheme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee recognition schemes Company vehicle to use when in work CareTech Foundation- Opportunity to apply for family & friend's grants Being part of one of the UK's leading specialist therapeutic providers Terms and Conditions apply Safeguarding Statement Caretech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.
Allsorts is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and dynamic Youth Worker to help us deliver our vision of a world where LGBTQ+ children and young people are free to be themselves. The Youth Worker will primarily deliver high-quality, inclusive and responsive youth groups and short programmes that empower LGBTQ+ young people to thrive. This includes planning, facilitating and evaluating sessions alongside Youth Group Workers and working collaboratively with local youth organisations to be present in their youth spaces. The role will also have a focus on supporting trans and non binary young people through dedicated programmes such as Evolve and Waiting Well. Working collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations, the Youth Worker will ensure that young people have access to safe spaces, meaningful activities and holistic support that build confidence, wellbeing and life skills. They will champion youth participation throughout service delivery, maintain high standards of safeguarding and record keeping, and contribute to ongoing monitoring, evaluation and impact reporting Key responsibilities: Plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive youth groups pan Sussex Youth participation and youth voice Partnership and multi-agency working Monitor, record and evaluate impact About You: You have experience working with children and young people in a youth or similar setting. You bring strong energy, enthusiasm and creativity to frontline youth provision. While you don t need to identify as LGBTQ+, you must have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ communities and a commitment to equity and inclusion. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to help develop the Youth & Education Service at a well-respected Sussex-based organisation. You ll be part of a team that s passionate about making a real difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ children, young people, and their families. About Allsorts: Allsorts' mission is to listen to, connect, and support children and young people under the age of 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer (LGBTQ+), or exploring their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. By placing children and young people s voices at the centre of our work, we ensure that our understanding of their ongoing and evolving needs continues to inform our service provision. There are three main strands to our service provision, all of which aim to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ children and young people. Youth and Education Service We offer youth groups, programmes, one-to-one support, activities, residential trips, in-school support, and much more for children and young people across Sussex. Parents & Carers Service. We offer groups, one-to-one support, activities, information sessions, and much more for parents & carers of LGBTQ+ children and young people across Sussex. Training and Consultancy Service We provide LGBTQ+ Inclusion Training for a wide range of organisations, with a focus on organisations working with children and young people. Our goal is to help build people s knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and their confidence in being effective allies to LGBTQ+ children, young people and adults. Annual Leave: 27 days, plus bank holidays, pro rata. Pension: Allsorts Youth Project is part of Royal London s pension scheme and contributes 8% towards your pension. DBS & References: All staff are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check & references.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Allsorts is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and dynamic Youth Worker to help us deliver our vision of a world where LGBTQ+ children and young people are free to be themselves. The Youth Worker will primarily deliver high-quality, inclusive and responsive youth groups and short programmes that empower LGBTQ+ young people to thrive. This includes planning, facilitating and evaluating sessions alongside Youth Group Workers and working collaboratively with local youth organisations to be present in their youth spaces. The role will also have a focus on supporting trans and non binary young people through dedicated programmes such as Evolve and Waiting Well. Working collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations, the Youth Worker will ensure that young people have access to safe spaces, meaningful activities and holistic support that build confidence, wellbeing and life skills. They will champion youth participation throughout service delivery, maintain high standards of safeguarding and record keeping, and contribute to ongoing monitoring, evaluation and impact reporting Key responsibilities: Plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive youth groups pan Sussex Youth participation and youth voice Partnership and multi-agency working Monitor, record and evaluate impact About You: You have experience working with children and young people in a youth or similar setting. You bring strong energy, enthusiasm and creativity to frontline youth provision. While you don t need to identify as LGBTQ+, you must have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ communities and a commitment to equity and inclusion. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to help develop the Youth & Education Service at a well-respected Sussex-based organisation. You ll be part of a team that s passionate about making a real difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ children, young people, and their families. About Allsorts: Allsorts' mission is to listen to, connect, and support children and young people under the age of 26 who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer (LGBTQ+), or exploring their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. By placing children and young people s voices at the centre of our work, we ensure that our understanding of their ongoing and evolving needs continues to inform our service provision. There are three main strands to our service provision, all of which aim to improve the lives of LGBTQ+ children and young people. Youth and Education Service We offer youth groups, programmes, one-to-one support, activities, residential trips, in-school support, and much more for children and young people across Sussex. Parents & Carers Service. We offer groups, one-to-one support, activities, information sessions, and much more for parents & carers of LGBTQ+ children and young people across Sussex. Training and Consultancy Service We provide LGBTQ+ Inclusion Training for a wide range of organisations, with a focus on organisations working with children and young people. Our goal is to help build people s knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and their confidence in being effective allies to LGBTQ+ children, young people and adults. Annual Leave: 27 days, plus bank holidays, pro rata. Pension: Allsorts Youth Project is part of Royal London s pension scheme and contributes 8% towards your pension. DBS & References: All staff are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check & references.
