Young Offenders Project Worker (Rights And Advocacy)

Children's Rights and Advocacy Project Worker - Weatherby, West Yorkshire, LS22

Are you passionate about championing children’s rights and giving them a voice? Join our Independent Children's Rights and Advocacy (ICRA) service, delivering vital support to children within Wetherby YOI.

• Contract type: Permanent, Part-time & Full-time contracts
• Salary : £27,573 - £36,389 FTE
• Closing Date: 19th January 2024
• Interview Date:Monday 27th & Tuesday 28th January 2025
• Location: Barnardo's Advocacy Service (Secure Estates) - HMYOI Wetherby

The ICRA service is child-led and independent of the secure estate; our service is delivered within Wetherby to ensure children can freely access support for a range of issues linked to their needs, rights & experiences of custody, resettlement, and safeguarding.As such this is a child-facing service, and at times involves lone working in the establishments, so we are seeking someone who can see the child, not the offence, who can hold children at the heart of all they do and be a voice for children.

Children's Rights and Advocacy Worker (Wetherby YOI)

What you'll do:

• Provide child-led, independent advocacy and support for children in custody.
• Address issues linked to their needs, rights, and experiences of custody, resettlement, and safeguarding.
• Work autonomously in a highly structured, secure environment.

What we’re looking for: -Children's Rights and Advocacy Project Worker - Weatherby, West Yorkshire, LS22

• Experience in direct work supporting children exhibiting disaffection, complex needs, and challenging behaviours ( Social work, Youth York, etc)
• Someone who sees the child, not the offence.
• A proactive, resilient individual capable of lone working.
• A strong advocate who can help children navigate challenges and understand their rights.
• Required to complete Level 3 Advocacy Qualification (which will require a commitment of personal time).

Make Your Next Move Matter!

Join a team where every role is meaningful and where you can see the impact of your work every day. Ready to start a rewarding journey? Apply now, and let’s make a difference together.