Children and Young Person's Advocate

24 hours ago

Knowsley, United Kingdom The First Step Full time

**Children & Young People Advocate**
**Location**: Knowsley L34
**Hours**: 35 hours per week + 1 Saturday per month
**Salary**: £24,494.68 | 6% employer pension contribution

**Are you passionate about supporting children affected by domestic abuse to rebuild their confidence, emotional well-being, and future?**
We’re looking for a dedicated and nurturing Children & Young People Advocate to join our team within a refuge setting. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people who have experienced trauma.

**About the Role**
You will plan and deliver a range of age-appropriate activities that promote emotional, social, and educational development. Working in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Ofsted standards, and safeguarding policies, you will create a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment that enables children and young people to feel heard, valued, and empowered.

Key tasks include one-to-one and group work, risk assessments, supporting educational engagement, and liaising with schools and partner agencies. You'll work closely with the non-abusive parent to ensure holistic support for the whole family, and you'll play a key role in safeguarding and advocacy for each child’s needs.

**Main Responsibilities**
- Plan and deliver inclusive play, learning and therapeutic sessions both in the refuge and out in the community.
- Carry out assessments and create support plans tailored to each child or young person.
- Provide support with educational tasks, homework, and liaise with schools where needed.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records, including progress reports and incident logs.
- Promote and ensure safeguarding practices are always upheld.
- Collaborate with refuge staff and external professionals to deliver integrated, culturally sensitive support.
- Assist with daily care needs, including hygiene routines, where required.

**What We Offer**
- Salary paid monthly with generous holiday allowance (25 days + bank holidays)
- 6% employer pension contribution
- 45p per mile mileage allowance
- Death in service benefit and sick pay
- Enhanced DBS provided
- 365-day access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Training and development opportunities

This post will require flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and a trauma-informed approach to working with vulnerable children. You’ll be part of a supportive team committed to empowering families to move forward safely and with hope.

**Please note**: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Pay: £24,494.68 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

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