Young Carers Outreach Worker: Denbighshire
SALARY: £24,483-£25,036 pro rata
HOURS: 18.25 hours per week
LENGTH OF CONTRACT: Permanent
HOME BASED with travel around the county - travel time and mileage paid
Welsh speakers highly desirable. Own vehicle essential
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a movement that recognizes and values young people who care for loved ones through illness or disability. Although caring is hugely important and can be rewarding it can also be very challenging and impact significantly on a person’s wellbeing. We are here to support Young Carers with what matters most to them, whether that is navigating personal challenges, wanting to connect with others or having a voice on issues that affect them.
WCD Young Carers are part of Credu connecting young and adult carers. Credu is a charity that gives support to Young Carers throughout Wrexham, Conwy & Denbighshire as well as Young Carers and Adult Carers throughout Powys and Ceredigion. We operate through outreach workers who are supported by team leaders and a small office based team in Llandrindod. See
The purpose of the post is to support Young Carers through a community of support. The community is and will be led by Young Carers, to transform Young Carers experiences by building on strengths in their own communities, schools and among services.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about person centered, relational and enabling support; someone who can see strengths in every person, family and community. The successful candidate will be part of an experienced and progressive team who are kind and supportive colleagues.
Access to own transport will be essential for role due to locations and areas covered.
This post requires an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list check.
Benefits:
We are committed to ensuring that Credu is a great place to work with policies and practices that support wellbeing. Some of these include:
• A generous 27-day annual leave entitlement (pro-rata)
• Healthshield cash back plan
• Flexible working
• Reflective learning, supportive culture
You can read the job description, person specification and download an application form at: Young Carers Outreach Worker:
call 03330 143377
Deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 6th January 2025 to hr@credu.cymru. Interviews will be 9th January 2025.