Targeted Youth Worker - IYSS

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Targeted Youth Worker to provide relationship-based, trauma-informed support to young people who may be experiencing multiple challenges.

The successful candidate will work with young people individually and in groups, meeting them in the places and at the times that best support meaningful engagement. They will complete strengths-based assessments, agree clear plans with young people and coordinate targeted interventions that reduce risk, increase protective factors and improve outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

• Build trusted, consistent and professional relationships with young people
• Undertake assessments and develop outcome-focused plans with young people and, where appropriate, their families
• Deliver purposeful one-to-one, group and outreach sessions tailored to identified needs and risks
• Support young people affected by issues such as school exclusion, exploitation, serious youth violence, offending, poor emotional wellbeing or family difficulties
• Use assertive outreach and flexible approaches to engage young people who may be reluctant to access services
• Work in partnership with statutory and voluntary-sector services, contributing to multi-agency meetings and coordinated plans
• Maintain timely, accurate and confidential case records, monitor progress and evidence impact
• Identify, respond to and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with policy and statutory guidance
• Promote participation, ensuring young people's views shape their plans and the development of services

The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised JNC youth work qualification, or a relevant equivalent professional qualification
• Experience of delivering targeted youth work with adolescents experiencing vulnerability, risk or disadvantage
• Strong assessment, planning and case-management skills, with the ability to identify risk and measure progress
• A good understanding of safeguarding, contextual safeguarding, adolescent development and trauma-informed practice
• Experience of working effectively with families and professionals across education, social care, health, policing and the voluntary sector
• Excellent communication and engagement skills, including the ability to work with young people who may be reluctant to engage
• The ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records and work safely with appropriate professional boundaries
• Flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends in response to young people's needs

In return, you will join a supportive, multi-disciplinary service committed to relationship-based practice and better outcomes for young people. The role offers varied and meaningful work, regular supervision, opportunities for professional development and the chance to help shape responsive local support.

The salary for this role is £33,066 - £35,533 per annum.