Intensive Youth Worker - IYSS

The Intensive Youth Worker provides targeted, relationship-based support to vulnerable children and young people who are at risk of exploitation, serious youth violence, offending, or involvement in the criminal justice system.

The role focuses on building trusted relationships, assessing risk and need, and delivering intensive interventions that improve safety, wellbeing, resilience and life opportunities.

The post holder works directly with young people and their families through mentoring, outreach, activities, advocacy and practical support, helping them to overcome barriers, reduce risks and achieve positive outcomes.

They act as a positive role model while coordinating support with schools, health services, police, social care, community organisations and other partners.

You will bring experience of engaging and supporting young people with complex needs, including those at risk of exploitation, serious youth violence or offending.

You will understand the importance of consistent, trusted relationships and be able to connect with young people who may be reluctant to engage with services, recognising their strengths and helping them shape their own goals.

You will have a sound understanding of safeguarding and the factors affecting young people's safety and wellbeing.

You will be confident assessing needs and risks, developing tailored support plans and delivering practical, relationship-based interventions through mentoring, outreach and activities.

You will listen without judgement, maintain professional boundaries and involve young people in decisions about their support.

A clear communicator and collaborative team member, you will work effectively with families, schools, social care, health services, police and community partners to coordinate support.

You will be organised, able to maintain accurate records and confident using supervision to reflect on your practice.

Above all, you will bring persistence, empathy and a commitment to inclusive practice, helping to shape the new IYSS team and improve outcomes for young people.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Level 3 or above Youth & Community Work, or an equivalent young person-centred national qualification.

Evidence of continuous professional development.

Benefits

The London Borough of Newham offers a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.