Young Carers Service Manager

7 days ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Imago Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as a Children & Young People Coordinator - Young Carers Support Specialist. This is a full-time role that requires a strong commitment to supporting young carers and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage an existing caseload and new referrals, conducting statutory assessments and providing short-term interventions to support young carers.
  • Deliver workshop sessions and respite activities, providing opportunities for young carers to spend time with their peers and recognize that they are not alone.
  • Work closely with schools and children's services, making referrals to a range of professionals and community services to ensure whole family needs are met.
  • Plan and deliver services that support young carers to improve their resilience, educational chances, and wellbeing.
Requirements
  • Relevant experience of working or volunteering in education, health, or social care.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with young carers, families, and professionals.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a flexible attitude and approach.
  • Knowledge of the needs and challenges faced by young carers and their families.
What We Offer
  • Inclusive values-based environment.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Opportunities for hybrid working.
  • Benenden Health Care.
  • Death in Service Benefit.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Employee Supported Volunteering scheme.
  • Development opportunities.
About Imago

Imago is a well-respected social action charity working across Kent, Medway, East Sussex, and London. We deliver a wide range of services to children and young people, older people, carers, and volunteers, in partnership with funders, public sector commissioners, and private sector sponsors.

We apply our commitment to excellence, evidencing impact and safeguarding vulnerable people to all aspects of our work.



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