Advocate

Inspire EHC Ltd; King's Lynn; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 25.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Term-time only

Permanent contract

Professional development

Resumo da vaga

Inspire EHC Ltd in King's Lynn is seeking an Advocate to support a caseload of young people within a specialist education provision. You will act as a trusted adult, bridging education, wellbeing and therapeutic support to help each learner thrive.

This permanent role is 35 hours per week, term-time only, working with families, teachers and external agencies to monitor progress and safeguard wellbeing while delivering tailored interventions and mentoring.

Qualificações

• Experience supporting vulnerable young people or in social care settings is desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child development is important.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and support a caseload of young people and families through individual sessions and visits.
• Build positive relationships to promote engagement and development.
• Design and review development and support plans for learners.
• Deliver one-to-one and small-group mentoring, advice and guidance sessions.
• Collaborate with teachers, social care professionals, local authorities and multi-agency teams.
• Monitor educational progress and emotional wellbeing; identify safeguarding concerns.
• Attend professional meetings and maintain accurate records and reports.

Conhecimentos

Empathy

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Relationship-building

Safeguarding knowledge

Formação

Level 2 qualification in Youth Work/Social Care/Education/Mentoring/Counselling/Health & Social Care

GCSE English and Maths

Descrição da vaga

Advocate

Specialist Education Setting | King's Lynn, Norfolk

Permanent Position | 35 Hours per Week | Term Time Only (39 Weeks)

Salary Grade E-F: £26,403 - £31,022 FTE

Actual Starting Salary: £22,887.36 per annum (pro rata)

Be the Person Who Helps Young People Find Their Voice

"Every young person deserves an advocate who believes in their potential."

Inspire EHC is privileged to be recruiting for an Advocate to join a specialist education provision in King's Lynn that supports children and young people with social, emotional, behavioural and additional learning needs.

This permanent opportunity offers the chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable and marginalised young people who require emotional, behavioural and therapeutic support to achieve success.

As an Advocate, you will support a caseload of young people and their families, acting as a trusted adult and key point of contact throughout their educational journey. You'll help bridge the gap between education, behaviour, wellbeing and therapeutic support, ensuring every young person receives the guidance and advocacy they need to thrive.

Your Role

Working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, families and external agencies, you'll deliver tailored interventions and provide practical, emotional and educational support to pupils.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and supporting a caseload of young people and families through individual sessions, family visits and targeted interventions
• Building positive, trusting relationships that promote engagement, attendance and personal development
• Designing, implementing and reviewing individual development and support plans
• Delivering one-to-one and small-group mentoring, advice and guidance sessions
• Working collaboratively with teachers, social care professionals, local authorities and multi-agency teams
• Monitoring educational progress, emotional wellbeing and behavioural outcomes
• Identifying risks and safeguarding concerns, ensuring appropriate support and intervention is in place
• Attending professional meetings including reviews, planning meetings and multi-agency discussions
• Maintaining accurate records, reports and case documentation

Who We're Looking For

We would love to hear from candidates who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them overcome barriers to education and personal development.

You may have experience in:

• Youth Work
• Children's Residential Care
• Family Support
• Social Care
• Advocacy
• Mentoring
• SEMH Education
• Alternative Provision
• Pastoral Support
• Behaviour Support

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• A Level 2 qualification in Youth Work, Social Care, Education, Mentoring, Counselling, Health & Social Care or a related field
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Experience supporting young people with complex needs, behavioural difficulties or additional learning needs
• Strong advocacy, mentoring and relationship-building skills
• An understanding of safeguarding, child development, attachment theory and emotional wellbeing
• Knowledge of behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills
• Emotional resilience and the ability to work effectively within a challenging but highly rewarding environment

Why Join This School?

• Permanent, term-time-only position
• Actual starting salary of £22,887.36 per annum
• Salary Grade E-F (£26,403 - £31,022 FTE)
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A varied role where no two days are the same
• The opportunity to work holistically with young people, families and external agencies

About the School

Our fantastic partner specialist school supports children and young people who require a highly personalised, therapeutic and nurturing approach to education.

The provision specialises in supporting pupils with complex social, emotional and behavioural needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

Through strong relationships, targeted interventions and a person-centred approach, staff create a safe environment where young people feel understood, valued and empowered to succeed.

Safeguarding

Inspire EHC Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory professional references.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.