Youth Participation Worker, South Devon

2 weeks ago


Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

Secondment until the end of March 2025

INTERNAL ONLY (DCC Employees Only)

We are committed to listening, hearing and understanding children and young people in Devon. This job role has a particular emphasis on young people in and leaving care and those involved in social care proceedings (aged 10-25).

As a locality Participation worker for South and West Devon, you will lead and co-ordinate work to ensure that children and young people in this region are at the heart of our policy and decision making.

You will be highly skilled at planning and delivering group youth sessions and building relationships with children and young people in a range of settings that are inclusive, accessible and empowering.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Council, all education settings and our wider youth partnerships to champion and embed high quality participation and engagement principles that achieve real change and positive impact for children/young people and their families.

This role is an internal secondment to cover staff absence with the option of applying for the permanent position after 6 months.

Internal Applicants, please note:  If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. 

Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description.
 

DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our .   - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.  Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the . 
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