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Permanent with Funding until June 2028 with potential further extension to June 2030 35 hours £26,100 per annum Location: Nottinghamshire County Benefits include but not limited to: -36 days' annual leave , inclusive of flexible bank holidays, increasing with length of service -Enhanced maternity/paternity leave -We match up to 8% pension -Free counselling service -Opportunities to develop and widen your skills -2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation About us: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. Our Youth Impact domain creates impact for children and young people. With highly skilled and experienced staff working across England and Wales, we provide direct support to children, young people, parents and carers, as well as conduct research and influence Government to make changes. We also provide training for professionals. Our value driven team change the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help and expertise, tomorrow we can support even more. About the role: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced practitioner to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience working with CYP at-risk of exploitation and will become an integral part of our small, supportive team of experienced youth workers. Together, we strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment, empowering young people to overcome challenges and thrive. We're looking for a resilient, passionate and trauma-informed youth practitioner with the ability to build trusted and safe relationships in order to make a real impact in the lives of children and young people and their families. Key skills and experience: The required skills and competencies for this role are: -Demonstrate that you have an understanding of the problems presented and faced by sexually exploited children and young people and how to intervene appropriately and effectively. -Ability to build effective working relationships with children and young people, parents/carers, colleagues, partners and external agencies (essential) -Strong IT skills, particularly using Microsoft Office software package (essential) -Complete detailed safeguarding referrals. -Communicate effectively and appropriately with children and young people of diverse ages, backgrounds and abilities. It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies: -A degree in Social Work with some post qualifying experience is desirable or equivalent high level qualification in a related field, and demonstrable experience of working with marginalized and hard to reach young people involved in Child Sexual/Criminal Exploitation. -Knowledge of child sexual exploitation (CSE) legislation and policy (desirable) -An awareness of policy, guidance and good practice for working with sexually exploited children and young people (desirable) Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 5th November 2026.Interviews: Date to be confirmed. The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 5 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details. AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.

Salary: Balham Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £29,635 & Ealing Home- Waking Nights: £30,227 or Days: £27,929 Contract: Full time/ Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week (including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins) Day Shifts: work between 8 am and 10:30 pm Waking Night Shifts: work between 10 pm and 8 am Additional Benefits: £50 per sleep-in Time-and-a-half pay for overtime (over 40 hours per week) and bank holidays Two weekends off per month Locations: Ealing (W13) and Balham (SW12) Looking for fantastic career progression, excellent training and therapeutic support? Join our committed and professional team and make a difference to young people living in residential care, where no two days are the same! About Us Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future. St Christopher's is a leading charity caring for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive and life-changing support experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home. Our offering in underpinned by therapeutic expertise and young people in our care also benefit from extensive life-skills and participation opportunities as well and learning support regarding their education. We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities and gender-diverse identities. St Christopher's Academy At St Christopher's, we offer more than a job in social care- we offer a real career pathway. You'll have the chance to build your skills, grow your knowledge, and make a lasting difference to young people's lives, as well as your own. When you join us, you'll receive a tailored development plan designed around your goals. Whether you want to move into a different service, progress into a leadership role, or just explore your current role further, we'll support you every step of the way. If you want to learn more aboutSt Christopher's Academy, please clickhere Our development programme, St Christopher's Academy, is built to help you reach your full potential - and the results speak for themselves: 84% of our Team Leaders, Deputies, and Managers are promoted internally. About the Role As a Support Worker in a Children's Home, you will provide direct support and care for our young people, who have complex emotional and mental health difficulties (such as trauma and loss) and can struggle to regulate their emotions. Working within a therapeutic framework, you will develop a direct programme of work aimed at developing authentic relationships with our children and young people (aged between12 - 17 years old), you will also have responsibility for making sure our those in our care are safe, providing support, liaison with other external professionals and completion of support documents to record information. If applying for the Waking Night role, you will have the additional support of an on-call manager should there be any emergencies. Further to this, you will be involved in monthly team meetings and receive monthly one-to-one supervision with your manager. Applicants should have Minimum of 1 years' experience working and supporting Young People in residential, semi-independent, fostering settings or youth work centres, caring for Children and Young People with emotional behavioural difficulties, neurodivergent or SEND, etc. Willingness to achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare within 2 years as per Children's Homes Regulations 2015 (England) Genuine commitment to working with and supporting children and Young People to achieve their full potential; with the ability to build and promote trusted relationships while maintaining professional boundaries. An understanding of the issues facing children and Young People and a basic understanding of safeguarding Regulations and Procedures. The ability to cope effectively with challenging behaviour. Good communication and team working skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays, and if applicable, sleep-in's. Commitment to undertake any mandatory training (outside of working hours) and continuous learning to ensure a high level of service. Creativity, enthusiasm and energy to inspire and encourage young people to achieve their goals. What you should expect from us Competitive pay. 4 weeks full induction and training program (paid). Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services, Tailored career development plan through our"St Christopher's Academy". Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children's right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy. 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years' service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata. Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme. UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary. BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support. Cycle to work scheme. Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK both in store and online. Discretionary funded training programs for you to explore and attain new and relevant skills. Employee awards based on performance and length of service. Recruitment Process At St Christopher's we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements. Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. CV's will not be accepted. Application Process Application:Complete our online form and include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that applications without supporting statement will not be accepted. Interview:Shortlisted candidates attend a face-to-face interview at our Putney office. Second Stage:Successful candidates will visit the home they applied to. We advise applying as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Important note: This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act 'occupational requirement'. It is illegal to applyfor any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children. All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit aSelf-Declaration and Disclosureform which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked. It is a requirement that practitioners working in Children Homes are qualified with the Diploma 3 in residential childcare within 2 years of starting in the job role. (Children Home Regulations England 2015). St Christopher's provide access and funding to undertake this qualification. Applicants who have Citizenship or Visa status restrictions that may preclude them from being able to meet the qualification requirement may be considered for other options such as fixed term contracts. Each applicant's situation will be assessed as part of the recruitment process.

Permanent with funding until 30th November 2028 35 hours per week £30,997 per annum Location: Gateshead Benefits include but not limited to: -36 days' annual leave, inclusive of flexible bank holidays, increasing with length of service -Enhanced maternity/paternity leave -We match up to 8% pension -Free counselling service -Opportunities to develop and widen your skills -2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation About us: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. Our Youth Impact domain creates impact for children and young people. With highly skilled and experienced staff working across England and Wales, we provide direct support to children, young people, parents and carers, as well as conduct research and influence Government to make changes. We also provide training for professionals. Our value driven team change the lives of children in this country for the better and with your help and expertise, tomorrow we can support even more. RISE Mental Health Support Team is recruiting one qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) to join our Gateshead MHST. This post will sit within our established team, working closely with schools, families and partners to deliver high quality early intervention for children and young people across Gateshead. If you are passionate about children and young people's mental health, committed to early intervention and prevention, and motivated by working within the national MHST model, this is an exciting opportunity to join a creative, values driven service. Key skills and experience: The required skills and competencies for this role are: Essential qualification: HEE PG Diploma in Education Mental Health Practice for children & young people or PG Diploma in Psychological Wellbeing Practice for children and young people - Please note that this qualification is an essential requirement for the role. Applications from candidates who do not hold one of the above qualifications will not be progressed to interview. -At least one years' experience of delivery of low intensity evidenced based CBT interventions for mild to moderate mental health issues. -Ability to deliver low intensity evidenced based interventions under supervision to children and young people. -Ability to devise and deliver group-based interventions to children and young people. -Ability to delver parent led interventions where children have a mental health need. Closing date: Midnight on 4th November 2026Interviews: yet to be confirmed The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 5 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details. AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters. IN1

As a Family Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and families to achieve positive and lasting change. You'll manage a varied caseload, delivering tailored interventions that respond to each family's unique circumstances. Working closely with Social Workers and other professionals, you'll contribute to assessments and help develop family plans that put children's needs at the heart of decision-making. You'll join a dedicated team using the strengths-based Hampshire Approach to empower families and keep more children safely at home. Through practical support, relationship-building, and solution-focused interventions, you'll help families build on their strengths and overcome challenges, making a real difference to their lives. What you'll do Work directly with children, parents, and carers to provide practical and emotional support. Arrange resources and help families access services such as transport, care, and housing. Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with professionals. Use mediation and negotiation skills to improve family relationships. Undertake assessments and Children in Need visits alongside Social Workers. Prepare clear reports and maintain accurate records. What we're looking for Experience supporting children, young people, and families. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Skilled in mediation and managing challenging situations. Ability to produce clear reports and use IT systems confidently. Flexible, adaptable, and committed to inclusive practice. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development. Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK. Other job titles you may be searching for: Family Support Worker, Family Support Practitioner, Children's Services Practitioner, Early Help Practitioner, Family Intervention Worker, Case Worker.

Joining our North East Team as a Family Time Supervisor, you will play a vital role in supporting children of all ages in the care of Hampshire County Council. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment that enables meaningful family time, sensitively observing contact sessions, maintaining detailed records and preparing clear, professional reports that may contribute to court proceedings. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference and help improve outcomes for children and families. What you'll do: Supervise and facilitate contact sessions in various settings, ensuring child safety, providing transport, and intervening if contact becomes unsafe. Manage challenging situations, including stopping contact when it is not in the child's best interest, while maintaining a child-focused approach. Prepare for and document contacts accurately within agreed timescales, adhering to legal and policy requirements. Build effective relationships with parents, social workers, foster carers, and children, while demonstrating safeguarding awareness and reporting concerns promptly. Work collaboratively as part of a team, attending meetings, training, and complying with all relevant guidelines, legislation, and Hampshire County Council policies. What we're looking for: Experience & Knowledge: Proven experience working with children and families in need, with strong understanding of child development and safeguarding practices. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent IT, verbal communication, listening, and observation skills; ability to build effective relationships with children, carers, and professionals. Professional Attributes: Capacity to handle challenging situations, remain professional and non-judgemental and work flexibly. Decision-Making & Initiative: Ability to make independent judgments and use initiative. Organisational Skills: Skilled in maintaining accurate records and presenting information clearly and concisely. Ability to meet travel requirements of the role: a full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle are essential. Please note, this role is based across two sites in Alton and Aldershot, and may require travel between them, including on the same day. You will be required to work flexibly including working two later evenings per week and 1 in 4 Saturdays to support family needs. You will also need to be available to work on Fridays. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development. Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working. Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other roles you may be searching for may include: Family Contact Supervisor, Child Contact Coordinator, Contact Support Worker, Child Contact Practitioner

Sessional Contract, as and when required Permanent with funding position Location: Greater Manchester £14.34 per hour To deliver the Missing From Home Return Interview Service, the Successful applicant will work within a multi-disciplinary approach in response to children missing from care. Ensuring that children and young people who are at risk of or are missing, are kept safe and supported to reduce or prevent missing episodes. Benefits include but not limited to: -Enhanced maternity/paternity leave -We match up to 8% pension -Free counselling service -Opportunities to develop and widen your skills -2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation About us: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. Our Youth Impact domain creates impact for children and young people. With highly skilled and experienced staff working across England and Wales, we provide direct support to children, young people, parents and carers, as well as conduct research and influence Government to make changes. We also provide training for professionals. Our value driven team change the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help and expertise, tomorrow we can support even more. Key skills -To complete Missing from Care Return Interviews with children and young people. -Assess needs and risk, providing short term support -Take specific responsibility for direct work with referred children and young people and manage own caseload -To co-work interventions with colleagues from the multi-disciplinary team and those in other agencies -To ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed and supervised appropriately -To work with children and your people to enable them to have a voice and influence in our work. Experience -Experience of working directly with vulnerable children particularly Who are missing and in care of local authorities -Substantial experience of undertaking assessments of need and risk and planning interventions. Closing date: Midnight on 29th October. Interviews: Interview date yet to be confirmed The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 5 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation. In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details. AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters IN1

Assistant Team Manager Job Details: Job Reference: HCC622550 Salary Range: £50,335 - £54,915 per annum, inclusive of Market Supplement of £8,350 per annum Work Location: Countywide, Hampshire - choose from Basingstoke, Test Valley (Andover), East Hampshire (Alton), New Forest (Totton), Hart & Rushmoor (Aldershot & Farnborough), Eastleigh & Winchester, Fareham & Gosport, Havant Hours per week: 37 (part time hours may be considered) Contract Type: Permanent The Role: Join us as an Assistant Team Manager and help shape the future of children's services in Hampshire. As part of our Family Help Teams , you'll play a pivotal role in supporting frontline Social Workers to deliver early, targeted support to families in their local communities. We're proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children's services. We're looking for experienced and qualified Social Workers ready to step into a leadership role and help shape our ambitious, child-focused practice. What you'll do: Deliver statutory interventions and assessments for children and families, including child protection, child-in-need, care proceedings and contextual safeguarding. Champion the Hampshire Approach , ensuring children's voices are central to all decision-making. Contribute to effective caseload management by co-working complex cases, prioritising tasks and maintaining high standards in written work, assessments and care planning. Support the development of less experienced staff within the Family Help Hubs through supervision, mentoring and group sessions, while ensuring regular case reviews and team briefings are conducted. Provide leadership through chairing statutory meetings, deputising for the Team Manager and acting as a key point of reference for casework decisions and task allocation. What we're looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Significant UK-based frontline statutory social work experience, including senior-level practice within Children & Families services. Proven ability to successfully lead, mentor and support other professionals within multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent assessment and supervision skills. Confident in making key safeguarding decisions to ensure children are safe and protected at all times. Proven track record in service development and innovation. Why join us? Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice. Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance. Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE 'Partner in Practice' initiative. Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work. Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval). Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here . Ready to take the next step? Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack . Apply online: Click the 'Apply' button below to complete your application. Make sure you explain how you meet the requirements outlined in the 'About you' section of the candidate pack in your application. Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Advanced Social Work Practitioner, Senior Social Worker, Deputy Team Manager, Practice Supervisor, Senior Case Manager, Children's Services Practitioner. Travel Requirements: You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire and the Isle of Wight or other local authority, and it is essential that you have a current drivers' licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis. Additional Information: Assistant Team Manager Candidate Pack Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, references will be requested prior to interview . Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: For general enquiries, or to speak to someone about the role, please contact Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Leasehold Enfranchisement Lawyer Annual Salary: Competitive Location: Canterbury, Hybrid Working Job Type: Full-time We are seeking a qualified Leasehold Enfranchisement Lawyer with circa of 3 years of post-qualification experience to join our Real Estate team at our Canterbury office. This role offers a flexible hybrid working policy, combining office and home working after an initial settling-in period. The successful candidate will work on a broad range of commercial property matters with a focus on leasehold enfranchisement. Day-to-day of the role: Handling leasehold enfranchisements, freehold acquisitions, and disposals. Engaging in general commercial and/or residential property work. Working closely with current enfranchisement practitioners and evolving into a specialist enfranchisement position within the firm. Required Skills & Qualifications: Detailed knowledge and understanding of all aspects of long leasehold work including enfranchisement, lease extensions, and service and maintenance charge disputes. Knowledge of the process of how matters are dealt with through the County Court and Property Tribunal. General knowledge and experience within commercial property. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Organised with the ability to prioritise workload. Benefits: Flexible hybrid working policy. Life Assurance Benefits Scheme providing 4x basic salary in the event of death. Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with total contributions of 10% of pensionable earnings. Health Cash Plan covering essential health costs and a 24-hour confidential counselling helpline. BUPA Healthcare and Dental with a contribution by the partners. Bonus schemes for both support staff and fee earners. Interest-free Season Ticket Loan after probation. Long Service Awards and additional annual leave for long service. Funded Professional Memberships linked to the role. Discounted Legal Advice. Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay. Employee Referral Scheme with bonus payment. Corporate discounts on gym memberships and local theatre tickets. Active Social Committee organizing charity events, quiz nights, and annual social gatherings. To apply for this Leasehold Enfranchisement Lawyer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your reasons for applying and your relevant experience, or reach out to Mark Watts, Your local legal recruitment specialist.

Youth Impact Advert Permanent with funding until 30th June 2027 35 hours £29,855 per annum Chelmsford, Essex Benefits include but not limited to: -36 days' annual leave, inclusive of flexible bank holidays, increasing with length of service -Enhanced maternity/paternity leave -We match up to 8% pension -Free counselling service -Opportunities to develop and widen your skills -2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation About us: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. Our Youth Impact domain creates impact for children and young people. With highly skilled and experienced staff working across England and Wales, we provide direct support to children, young people, parents and carers, as well as conduct research and influence Government to make changes. We also provide training for professionals. Our value driven team change the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help and expertise, tomorrow we can support even more. About the role: We are looking for an experienced young people's practitioner to join our dynamic, ambitious team, who have been shortlisted thrice as CYP Now finalists! Staying Close provides intensive support services to identified, high risk care leavers from 16 - 25; and their carers/family. We work to build emotional resilience and support young people to achieve stable placements, reduce their risk of harm and achieve positive outcomes and where possible reunification with their families liaising with our own family worker. You will work in an agile way, being based in our central Chelmsford office as well as being able to work from home, alongside frequent and extensive travel across the county working with a small caseload of around 6- 8 young people. You will provide intensive interventions, working closely with each young person as well as liaising with their family, their placement provider, and social care team. You will build positive relationships with young people, supporting them to be part of their care plan and working to reunify families where appropriate and for young people to achieve placement stability. To be successful with this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate that you have extensive experience of: - Delivering direct interventions with vulnerable young people on both a one to one and group work capacity. Working closely alongside young people to identify what their needs are and using the Worth-it model, how to achieve them. Co-producing care and safety plans with young people that are young people led, focusing on both a relational & strength-based approach. Extensive partnership working in a multi-agency environment, drawing on the Ambit approach to build relationships to ensure that the needs and wishes of the young person are heard and acted upon. You will work as part of a team and be part of providing flexible support for young people to ensure young people remain safe and receive support through both online, face to face and other mediums. You will need to demonstrate that you have: -A relevant professional qualification working with vulnerable children and families is desired e.g., Diploma/degree in social work, counselling qualification, professional youth worker or related NVQ or degree. Or Substantial relevant experience of working with vulnerable young people facing significant challenges within this sector. -Substantial experience of working with vulnerable young people and families that are hard to reach and from diverse backgrounds on both a one-to-one basis and through group work interventions; interventions will be mostly be face to face and can be supplemented with alternative mediums. -Experience of supporting adolescents who are dealing with complex and sensitive issues through offering current relevant advice and advocacy. -Experience of working autonomously and being an integral part of a team. -Experience of using IT based case management systems. -A full driving license and access to a car - essential as this role requires a substantial amount of travel. Closing date: Midnight on Friday 23rd October 2026Interviews: Tuesday 3rd November 2026 The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 5 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details. AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.