Participation Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom SWANSEA COUNCIL Full time £28,420 - £31,022 per year

£28,142 - £31,022 per year. The Learning and Innovation Team in Child and Family Services are recruiting a Participation Support Worker to facilitate participation and engagement opportunities for children and young people, to ensure their views are heard and listened to in decisions that impact on their lives.

Post title: Participation Support Worker

Post number: SS.73972

Salary: £28,142 - £31,022 per year

Job description: Participation Support Worker (SS Job description (PDF, 304 KB)

Directorate/department: Social Services

Apply online now for post SS.73972

Closing date: 11.45pm, 30 October 2025

Further information

We are looking for a dedicated Participation Support Worker to join our Learning and Innovation Team. You will support the facilitation of participation opportunities for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard in decisions that affect them.

In this role, you will support the Participation and Children's Rights Officer and the Learning and Innovation Team. You will plan, deliver, and evaluate participation mechanisms for children and young people, implementing the National Children & Young People's Participation Standards locally. You will champion children's rights and celebrate their active engagement, working with stakeholders to develop engagement and participation performance indicators.

The post holder will facilitate decision-making processes for children and young people, supporting self-advocacy and advocating on their behalf when necessary.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Swansea. You will be part of a dynamic team committed to celebrating the active engagement and participation of children, young people, and their families. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for continuous professional development, and the chance to contribute to meaningful initiatives that uphold children's rights.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact

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