Children and Young People's Support Worker
* Location: Newport, Newport, United Kingdom
* Covering: Newport predominantly with some work across Blaenau Gwent Based in our Hwb in: Newport
* Hours: 35 per week, Monday to Friday (All team members must work flexibly on occasions to meet the needs of the Charity and the people we support)
* Contract: Fixed term until March 2026
* Salary: £23,500 per annum (rising to £24,000 after successfully completing a 6-month probationary period)
Purpose of the Post: Provide specialist support to children and young people who are affected by Domestic Abuse and sexual violence and/or at risk of abusive relationships.
Ar Trac is an exciting project for children and young people who have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse. The project will deliver a tailored and individual pathway for children and young people that builds on their strengths.
Within each region, 3 project workers will support and deliver the project in collaboration with other areas and with the support of a project manager, delivery team, and young people. The support offered will include 1-2-1 and group work. Group work focuses on building self-esteem, communication skills, and supporting emotional regulation (age 11 to 16), as well as addressing adolescent to parent violence (aged 11 to 16).
The project will work with academic partners to evaluate the project and with children and young people to develop and facilitate training resources for professionals.
Specific Responsibilities
* Work with families, children, and young people in a trauma-informed, empowering, and solution-focused approach.
* Engage with children, young people, and their families, carrying out person-led assessments of risks, needs, and strengths.
* Develop a person-led detailed support package for the child/young person, identifying goals, aspirations, and needs.
* Facilitate group programmes or 1-1 support with children and young people between the ages of 5-16 who have experienced or witnessed domestic abuse as required.
* Support families in identifying and addressing issues relating to their children and support positive parenting, healthy relationships, and welfare of children and young people.
* Develop local focus groups where children and young people can contribute to the development of the project.
* Work alongside young people in developing resources, group sessions, and toolkits.
* Co-facilitate training for professionals with young people.
* Management of volunteers, ensuring they have appropriate recruitment, induction, training, and ongoing support to carry out their role.
* Liaise with external agencies to identify children who may benefit from the project.
* Prioritise and manage caseloads in line with packages of support and support plans.
* Ensure accurate and timely records are maintained in relation to all aspects of the service and case work, including inputting information into our Information Management System.
* Be fully aware of the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures and report to the line manager any concerns in this area.
* Advocate on behalf of children and young people and ensure that children feel safe, supported, and listened to within our service and in dealings with other agencies.
* Participate in meetings, encouraging children and young people to participate in and give feedback on service provision.
* Promote the service in the local area.
General Responsibilities
* Contribute to the development and achievement of our Vision, Mission, and Objectives.
* Promote our values, culture, and aspirations.
* Create a safe, supportive, and explorative working environment.
* Promote Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
* Uphold our Policies and Procedures.
It may be necessary, following consultation, to amend the job description in light of experience and changing circumstances.
A current, valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential for this role.
Closing Date: Midday 17th April 2025 (subject to early closure depending on the volume of applications).
Cyfannol is an organisation with equality, diversity, and inclusion at its heart. We welcome applications from all areas of the community. However, we particularly encourage applications from members of our BAME community as well as individuals with disabilities who are currently under-represented within our workforce.
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