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As a Detached Youth Worker, your primary goal will be to engage with young people in their communities, building trust and providing the support needed for them to overcome challenges and achieve positive outcomes. Youth Work Level 2 qualification or above. Committed to promoting inclusivity and div

South Bermondsey Children and Family Hub Tenda Road, SE16 3PN Vacancy: Hub Business Support – admin and operational support Term Time: 38 weeks a year – part time hours required 9.30am – 1.30pm 4 hours per day = 20 hours per week Monday – Friday Fixed term contract: 6 months from appointment (due to budget constraints) Grade 4 Scp 4 – 9 Salary Range: £30,654 - £32,907 FTE, £15,406.53 pro rata Closing date: 5th December 2025. South Bermondsey Children and Family Hub provides services for children from preconception to the age of 25 with SEND and their families. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, committed family focused worker to help us achieve great things. Across the locality there are areas characterised by high levels of need and family movement in which communities are changing and challenging, yet vibrant. The key attributes for this role are: • Ability to talk to people and engage with the community, • Understand the role of a hub in the community, • Being welcoming and enthusiastic, • Understand difficulties parents might face, • Best Start for Life’ offer for the under 5’s, • Children & Youth Services 2-19 years, • Parenting Support offer (EPEC), • Partnership working with Southwark Children and Youth Services, Voluntary Sector providing services to children and young people, • Previous administration is essential, • Able to use CANVA, excel, word to a high standard - eye for detail is a must!, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, • Having emotional intelligence in the workplace and building professional partnerships Shortlisting date: 8th December 2025. Interview date: 12th December 2025. For an informal chat or visit to the centre please contact Lisa Hodson on 07514668785 or email. For an application pack please email below via button below.

Reports To: Head of Frontline Services Hours: 12 hours per week (flexible but should include attendance at fortnightly Monday morning team meetings in Harrow). There may be opportunity to expand hours if desired. Location: [Hybrid: Harrow team meetings /West London Community – which could span Hounslow, Hammersmith, Harrow, Barnet, Ealing, Brent/Online/Telephone] Our head office is currently in Croxley, Watford and team meetings may move to this location. You need to be able to travel to this location as part of the role. Salary - £34,320 pro rata The Violence Intervention Project (V.I.P) is a young Charity (founded in 2017), pioneering new approaches to working with young people (YP) involved in serious youth violence (SYV). Through a combination of practical and therapeutically informed practice, we support YP, their families and communities to live safer lives. Today, The V.I.P. supports more than 50 YP and families across the London Boroughs of RBKC, H&F, Ealing, Hounslow and Hillingdon. As an organisation with a therapeutic ethos at the heart of our practice, we prioritise the care and wellbeing of our employees. As a result, we have an incredible team and strong employee engagement backed by clinical supervision, a Board of Trustees and a Leadership Team who support and promote personal care and professional development. It’s because of our unique working culture that we’re able to meet the serious challenges and demands of our work. At the V.I.P we aim to be a thought leader in our sector. To date we’ve established strong ties with the Anna Freud Centre along with funding from the Mayor of London’s Violence Reduction Unit. All our operations are framed within a public health approach and built on the fundamental belief that shame is a catalyst for violence; to which relationships are the antidote. Our innovation, passion and principles have translated into a strong reputation and sustained expansion across West London. Our practice model, Urban Therapy, meets young people where they are — in cafes, parks, and community spaces. We also deliver early intervention programmes in schools and lead The Shame Initiative, our national training and consultancy offer for frontline practitioners. All our posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure as well as a full employment history and two employment references. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Job Purpose: The Family Outreach worker plays a vital role in supporting the families of clients to enhance their stability, wellbeing, and access to essential services. In this role, the Family Outreach worker will provide personalised assistance to families, strengthen connections with external partners and community resources, and collaborate with the team to ensure comprehensive and cohesive support. Additionally, they will establish structured communication and availability protocols to manage expectations and promote sustainable assistance for families. Key Responsibilities: 1. Develop and Implement Family Support Plans § Caseload Management: Maintain a focused caseload of 4–5 families at a time, ensuring each receives consistent, high-quality support § Care Plan Development: Co-design and implement personalised support plans with families, focused on clear, achievable goals, addressing unique needs such as housing support, access to services, and emotional and practical assistance. § Outcome Tracking: Regularly assess and monitor family progress, aiming for high satisfaction and meaningful, positive outcomes. § Ensure all work complies with safeguarding and confidentiality policies and promptly escalate any concerns regarding the welfare of children or vulnerable adults., 2. Build and Strengthen External Partnerships and Professional Networks § Networking and Outreach: Dedicate time each month to building relationships with key external partners, such as housing providers, domestic violence services, cultural support groups, and other community organisations. § Professional Network Integration: Actively collaborate with members of each family’s professional network (e.g. healthcare providers, educators, social services) to ensure aligned and effective support. § Partnership Development: Identify service gaps and cultivate partnerships with external agencies to broaden the range of resources available for families, especially during crises or complex situations. § Crisis and Complex Needs Support: Utilize professional connections to extend the support network available to families, enhancing their access to comprehensive care., 3. Foster Team Collaboration and Communication § Team Meetings and Case Discussions: Participate in regular team discussions to align family support strategies and incorporate team insights into care plans. § Documentation and Information Sharing: Maintain detailed documentation on family interactions, progress, and needs to facilitate informed team coordination. § Collaborative Problem Solving: Leverage the collective expertise of the team to address complex family needs and ensure proactive, cohesive support., 4. Develop Clear Communication and Availability Protocols § Service Model Communication: Communicate service guidelines, availability expectations, and emergency protocols to families to promote mutual understanding and prevent miscommunication. § Feedback-Driven Adjustments: Regularly gather and assess feedback from families to adjust communication protocols and improve service effectiveness., 5. Ongoing Monitoring, Review, and Professional Development § Role and Service Review: Schedule regular check-ins with management to assess role effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. § Feedback Collection and Analysis: Collect feedback from families and professional network contacts to maintain high-quality service standards and align with organisational objectives. § Professional Growth: Engage in professional development opportunities to continually refine and align your approach with the organisation’s mission, vision, and evolving community needs. Key Requirements: § Experience in Family Support or Community Outreach: Proven background in social work, family support, or community engagement, with an ability to manage complex family cases. § Strong Communication and Network-Building Skills: Effective communicator able to engage with families, team members, external partners, and professional networks, ensuring cohesive, high-quality support. § Empathy and Professionalism: Commitment to providing respectful, empathetic support to families, balanced with clear professional boundaries. § Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple cases, maintain thorough documentation, and adhere to Urban Therapy protocols to ensure high-quality, consistent service. Key skills and qualities: · Flexibility and adaptability · Trust building · Advocacy skills · Crisis Intervention skills · Resilience · Active Listening · Solution Focused · Ethical practitioner Urban Therapy is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. This role may evolve as community needs develop; the Family Outreach Worker will contribute to shaping the service model over time.

Challenging Behaviour Teaching Assistant Are you an experienced and skilled Residential Support or Youth Worker based in Greenwich or surrounding areas? Have you worked with children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Are you able to support children to manage and regulate chal

Job title: Programme Lead - Leading UK Trust Location: Selsdon Salary: £42,596 Per annum Job type: Full-time / Permanent About us: The Group of Colleges are a leading Further Education group. We are always looking for enthusiastic and inspiring people to join our team. Our recruitment process ensures that all applicants have an equal opportunity to succeed through our commitment to equality and diversity. We believe our greatest asset is our people and we will support your personal development and career progression. As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. The role: The Programme Lead will lead and deliver a 12 week personal development programme for young people aged 16-25. The role involves planning, coordinating, and delivering all aspects of the programme, ensuring compliance with the trust standards, safeguarding, and college policies. The Programme Lead will recruit participants, manage relationships with external partners, and achieve agreed KPIs. Key Accountabilities: • Deliver the Team Programme in line with the official Toolkit and quality standards., • Recruit and support a diverse group of young people, ensuring appropriate referrals and engagement., • Plan and deliver sessions, residential activities, and community projects., • Monitor progress and maintain accurate records for reporting and funding compliance., • Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection requirements are met., • Manage programme budgets and resources effectively., • Produce end-of-programme reports and implement feedback for continuous improvement., • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout all activities. The postholder will need to form effective and co-operative working relationships, in particular with: • External partners and referral agencies, • Valuing Equality and Diversity, • Working with People; Team Working, Communication, • Results Focus; Drive to Achieve Excellence, Technical Skills & Professionalism, • Focus on Delivery; Organisational Awareness, Customer/Student Focus, • Self-Motivation; Adaptability & Flexibility, Accountability, • Performance Management The post holder will undertake assigned responsibilities effectively and efficiently, and within regulatory and legislative requirements; achieve individual and departmental targets within the College's annual planning and staff performance review processes and budgetary constraints and: • Actively promote equality and diversity, recognising and actively challenging stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination, ensuring that these principles permeate all working practices. All staff are required to undertake mandatory Equality & Diversity Training., • Adhere to and actively promote the College's Safeguarding policy and procedures, and undertake mandatory Safeguarding Training., • Adhere to and actively promote the College Group's Prevent Agenda, • Adhere to and actively promote the College's Data Protection policy and procedures, and undertake the mandatory Data Protection Training., • Ensure effective quality control and continuous improvement in all aspects of this post, in keeping with the College's existing and developing quality assurance systems., • Be committed to professional self-development, through participation in the College continuing professional development programme which includes industry based work shadowing, attending seminars, College conference days and training events appropriate to the job role., • Comply with and promote College Health and Safety policies and procedures and to undertake mandatory Health and Safety training as and when necessary., • Undertake such other duties as required, commensurate with the grade of the post, as may be reasonably required at the initial place of work or at other locations in the College., • Support cross college events such as Open Evenings and Enrolment sessions when required, • Adhere to all College procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook, • At all times seek to serve the best interests of the College Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Senior Lecturer, University Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, College Lecturer, Senior Academic Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Youth Worker will also be considered for this role.

We are currently working in partnership with a charity based in Trowbridge , who are recruiting for a Youth Worker on a permanent basis , with a salary of £28,856 per annum. The ideal candidate will have worked with disadvantaged young people in the past, promoted independence, and be passionate about educating and inspiring residents using the service. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Deliver engaging programmes and activities that support young people's learning, development, and pathways into education, training, or employment Provide tailored support and mentoring to young people, including those with complex needs, helping them build confidence and essential life skills Encourage young people to access relevant services and opportunities, offering practical guidance to help them stay motivated and involved Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where young people feel valued and able to grow Work closely with families, referrers, and multi-agency professionals to ensure each young person receives consistent and coordinated support Track individual progress, offering feedback and adjusting support plans to meet changing needs Keep clear and accurate records of sessions, progress, incidents, and daily observations Skills, knowledge and expertise required: Risk assessment and safety planning Multi-agency collaboration Activities coordination and community engagement Group work and 1-1 sessions Rewards and Benefits: Free onsite parking Free lunch on shift Health and wellbeing programme Causal dress Private dental insurance £480 per annum bonus for overnight shifts Working hours: 37.5 hours per week 9:30-5, Monday-Friday (one overnight shift per month, 1 weekend in 5) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don't forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you calm under pressure compassionate and committed to supporting young people Join One YMCA as an Accommodation Night Worker and play a vital role in creating a safe welcoming environment for 1830 year-olds. Working overnight youll ensure the safety and security of our housing services while offering reassurance and support to residents facing challenges such as homelessness mental health issues or difficult life transitions. Your presence will bring stability during the night helping young people feel safe and supported as they work towards brighter futures As a Night Worker youll be a key presence in the building overnight ensuring the safety wellbeing and comfort of our residents. Youll respond to incidents offer practical support and help maintain a peaceful respectful atmosphere. Your work will directly contribute to helping young people feel secure supported and empowered to thrive. We are seeking compassionate dedicated individuals with: Experience of working with young people with complex needs although not necessarily in a housing context Strong interpersonal skills able to build rapport and engage with a diverse range of individuals Good organisational abilities capable of managing a range of tasks while remaining calm under pressure Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate as part of a team A positive confident approach to managing challenging behaviour A solid understanding of current mental health issues and the ability to support young people in a sensitive empathetic manner. This is a waking night role meaning youll be actively involved and present throughout your shift rather than a traditional night worker role where rest periods might be expected. As a Supported Housing Officer (Nights) youll be working in a hostel setting helping to ensure the safety security and wellbeing of our residents and the site itself. Many of the people we support face complex challenges such as homelessness mental health issues or substance use. Your calm and supportive presence will make a real difference overnight responding to situations as they arise monitoring the security of the building and helping to maintain a safe welcoming environment for everyone. If this sounds like you we would love to hear from you and welcome your application. Join us at One YMCA and help provide safety support and stability overnight making a lasting difference in the lives of young people! Important: We do not provide visa sponsorship; you must be eligible to work in the UK. You must reside in the UK for the duration of your employment and provide Right to Work evidence. As some of our roles involve working with vulnerable members of society this position may require a Basic or Enhanced Criminal Disclosure which will be conducted once a conditional offer is made Previous Applications: We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. However if you have applied for a similar role within the last 6 months and were not successful please consider whether your experience has developed further before reapplying Accessibility & Adjustments: We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and will strive to be as accommodating as possible. Please inform us in advance of any arrangements you may need to fully participate in the process. At One YMCA we are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent skills and potential. We do not discriminate on the basis of Age Disability Gender Reassignment Marriage/Civil Partnership Pregnancy/Maternity Race Religion/Belief Sex and/or Sexual Orientation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills experiences and abilities. This is a Full Time role. Hours per week: 48 Working Pattern: Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 20:00 - 08:00 (waking night shifts including Bank Holidays) About Us One YMCA and its subsidiaries the Early Childhood Partnership (ECP) and Signpost are on an exciting journey to double our impact by 2025. We are over half way through an exciting new strategy launched in the first hour of the new decade via email where all staff and volunteers were invited to put themselves forward to apply and attend an intensive three-day Kickstarter Event. By the end of these three days there was a brilliantly multi-faceted set of themes and ideas which formed the starting point for the rest of the Mission 25 process to build on. The aim of Mission 25 is to give every staff member and volunteer the opportunity to play their part in shaping the strategy to do more and better together so that we double our impact by 2025. We deliver a vast array of services across Herts Beds and Bucks that reach over 135000 individuals annually. These include: • Provision of over 700 units of accommodation for homeless people, • Move on accommodation for individuals moving onto independent living, • Housing and practical/emotional support for young asylum seekers, • Community HUBs hosting a range of activities and meeting space hire, • Childcare provision in Hertfordshire, • Family support through a network of childrens and family centres covering Hertfordshire and Bedford, • Therapeutic and non-therapeutic support for male and female victims of domestic abuse and their children, • Independent sexual violence services across Bedfordshire Luton and Hertfordshire, • Domestic abuse perpetrator reform programmes across Bedfordshire, • Youth services offering emotional wellbeing support and youth club opportunities for 11-19 year olds alongside our National Airplay programme funded by the RAF Benevolent Fund

A supportive charity organization in Greater London seeks a compassionate individual to provide trauma-informed support to young people experiencing homelessness. This role involves working directly with young individuals to foster self-worth and independence through holistic support strategies. Ben

Detached Youth Worker Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description. Salary: £12,090 pa (part-time, 15 hours per week) Location: Finsbury Park, Islington (Fixed Location) Working hours: Monday to Friday, 3.30 pm-6.30 pm Closing Date 11th December 2025 We are recruiting for our client who is seeking two dedicated and passionate Detached Youth Workers to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity involves delivering high-quality, innovative street-based youth work in Finsbury Park, Islington, focusing on the Andover estate, Six Acres estate, and surrounding areas. This role is funded by the Violence Reduction Unit and is part-time, running from January 2026 to December 2026, with the possibility of a one-year extension. Are you an experienced detached youth worker with a Level 2 qualification or higher? Are you motivated to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people? If you reside in or around Islington, our client would love to hear from you! Overview of the Role: As a Detached Youth Worker, your primary goal will be to engage with young people in their communities, building trust and providing the support needed for them to overcome challenges and achieve positive outcomes. Ideal Candidate: • Proven experience working with young people, particularly in urban environments, • Youth Work Level 2 qualification or above, • Strong understanding of the challenges faced by young people living on estates, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Passionate about empowering young people and fostering positive relationships, • Engage and build relationships with young people in street-based settings, • Facilitate activities that encourage personal development and social skills, • Support young people in overcoming barriers to achieve their goals, • Collaborate with local agencies and charities to provide comprehensive support, • Maintain accurate records of engagement and outcomes, • Participate in team meetings and contribute to strategic planning They encourage applicants from all backgrounds as they believe diversity enriches their workplace and enhances their ability to serve the community effectively. If this role sounds like a perfect fit for you, please submit your CV and a member of their team will be in touch if you meet the requirements. xrnqpay Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people in Islington!

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Would you like to join a charity supporting 18 24-year-olds gain skills to help them in the workplace? You will be working for a national charity who delivery supported internships for young people with autism or a learning disability. The programme provides classroom-based learning (so employability and functional skills) combined with a work experience placement and supports the young person throughout the process. You will have a varied role. Typically, you will be one day a week from home for an admin day. One day classroom-based working as a teaching assistant. And then 3 days visiting young people in the workplace and working with them to help them understand the role, as well as liaising with the employer for feedback and discussing any workplace adjustments. You will also support young people in the practicalities of getting to and from work. Learners and employers are typically in the Kingston area. You must have experience of working with young people, ideally SEND with autism / learning disability experience. This role would suit a teaching assistant looking for a change. Or a youth worker or maybe employment advisor or job coach. Please apply via this advert everyone gets a response (if by chance you havent for any reason, do call the office and we shall action this ASAP for you). If the response is that we dont feel your CV is the right fit, the email you receive will tell you how to easily get feedback from a real person. If you would like to find out more feel free to call the office and ask for David (number on the Red 5 People website). TPBN1_UKTJ

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking candidates for a position in Enfield to support families affected by substance misuse. The role focuses on providing individual and group support to improve understanding and promote wellbeing among families and children.

Are you an aspiring Youth Worker or Criminal Justice Officer looking to gain critical experience working with at‑risk groups of teenagers with behavioural needs? Have you recently graduated with a degree in Criminology?. This Behaviour Support role is for an enthusiastic, empathetic Criminology Gr

We’re making a difference, be part of it! For more information, please see the attached job description: Residential Youth Support Worker (RCO) - Job Description. As Residential Youth Support Worker, you will help young people develop the values, skills, knowledge, self-control and direction tha