Youth Development Specialist

12 hours ago


Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full time
Outreach Family Support Worker

We are seeking an experienced Youth Development Specialist to join our Early Help Team in Liverpool. This exciting opportunity will enable you to support children, young people, and their families in achieving positive outcomes through early intervention.

The role involves providing targeted outreach and home-based support, collaborating with multi-agency teams to meet the diverse needs of families in the local community.

Job Overview
  • Estimated Salary: £18.00 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
  • Hours: 35 hours per week
  • Contract: Initial contract for 1 month with possibility of extension after this
Key Responsibilities
  1. Provide high-quality support to children, young people, and families in their home environment.
  2. Work collaboratively with professionals from Health, Education, Children's Centres, and other services to develop and implement plans to address identified needs.
  3. Communicate effectively with children, families, and other professionals, ensuring clear and consistent information sharing.
  4. Maintain accurate and reflective records in line with Recording with Care guidelines.
  5. Work both independently and as part of a wider team to ensure effective service delivery.
  6. Be flexible in working hours to meet the needs of the service.
Requirements
  1. NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education, NND, or Health and Social Care qualification.
  2. Proven experience in direct work with children, young people, and their families.
  3. Experience in multi-agency working to support families and children's development.
  4. Skilled in delivering outreach and home-based support to address identified needs.
  5. Full UK driving licence and access to a car and laptop.
  6. Knowledge of child development and understanding of child protection issues.
Benefits
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.


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