Exploitation Practitioner (6244)

The Children's Society; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension matching

Counselling

Volunteer days

Professional development

Job summary

The Children’s Society in Newcastle is seeking an Exploitation Practitioner to join the SCARPA service delivering 1:1, group work, training and awareness raising to support children experiencing or at risk of exploitation.

You will work with young people where they are, drawing on safeguarding knowledge, risk awareness and advocacy skills to promote rights and safe outcomes across the North East.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/experience building positive relationships with children and young people.
• Awareness of risk factors and indicators of exploitation and related risks.
• Understanding of safeguarding children and child protection systems and know-how to take action.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and group work as part of the SCARPA service.
• Provide training and awareness raising to support children at risk of exploitation.
• Record interventions accurately and concisely to maintain safeguarding records.

Skills

Relationship-building

Safeguarding knowledge

Risk awareness

Safeguarding referrals

Teamwork

IT skills

Documentation

Job description

Location: Haylofts, Newcastle. With travel across North East

Benefits include but not limited to:

• 36 days' annual leave, inclusive of flexible bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• We match up to 8% pension
• Free counselling service
• Opportunities to develop and widen your skills
• 2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation

About us:
The Children’s Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need.

Our Youth Impact domain creates impact for children and young people. With highly skilled and experienced staff working across England and Wales, we provide direct support to children, young people, parents and carers, as well as conduct research and influence Government to make changes. We also provide training for professionals. Our value driven team change the lives of children in this country for the better — and with your help and expertise, tomorrow we can support even more.

About the role:

You’ll play a key part in our SCARPA - Safeguarding Children at Risk, Prevention and Action servicedelivering1:1, group work, and training and awareness raising, to support to children experiencing or at risk of experiencing Child Criminal Exploitaiton or Child Sexual Exploitation.

We’re looking for adedicated, empathetic and skilled Exploitation Practitionerwith the ability to meet our young people where they are, making a real impact in the lives of children and young people.

Key skills and experience:

The required skills and competencies for this role are:

• Knowledge and experience of methods in building positive relationships with children and young people
• Awareness of risk factors and indicators of Exploitation and the associated risks that young people are exposed to
• Clear understanding of children’s rights and a commitment to promoting those rights
• Knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection systems. Including identify safeguarding concerns, taking appropriate action to ensure the child/young person and/or vulnerable adult is protected, complete detailed safeguarding referrals, and contribute to a safe practice environment, including the supervision of others.

It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies:

• Experience of supporting people who are dealing with complex and sensitive issues.
• Experience of advice or advocacy work with vulnerable people.
• Experience of working within a team
• Substantial relevant experience in working with children and young people at risk, from diverse backgrounds
• One to one working and group working skills
• IT Skills
• Ability to record interventions delivered in an effective, concise professional manner

Closing date

Midnight on 23rd October 2026
Interviews: To be confirmed

The Children’s Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 5 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.

In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details.

AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.