Homicide CYP Team Leader

ENGINEERINGUK; England; Remote; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGINEERINGUK is seeking a Team Leader for the Children & Young People Team within their Homicide Service. This home-based role involves leading a team, providing support to children and young people, and requires extensive travel across the East of England. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in frontline services, contributing to meaningful change and improvement for those in need.

Benefits

Flexible working options including hybrid working

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

Pension with 5% employer contribution

Enhanced sick pay, maternity & paternity payments

High street, retail, holiday, gym discounts

Access to financial wellbeing hub

Employee assistance programme

Ongoing training & career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with children & young people.
• Knowledge of legislation on equal opportunities and safeguarding.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of CYP Caseworkers providing support in various settings.
• Offer interventions like one-to-one support and outreach.
• Manage performance and reporting.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Crisis management

Compassion

Self-motivation

Job description

Job Opportunity: CYP Team Leader

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Sector: Charity and Not for Profit | Role: Manager | Contract Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

We have an opportunity for a Team Leader to join our Children & Young People Team within the Homicide Service. This role is based across the East of England, and regular travel is required. To apply, you must reside in one of the following areas: London, Hampshire, Thames Valley, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Herts, Essex, Suffolk, Kent, Sussex, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Lincolnshire, Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire, Durham, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear.

Do you want to make a difference every day? Are you committed to change and improvement for those in need? Do you have resilience and adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If so, we would love to hear from you.

Details

• Home based
• Location: East of England
• Full-time
• Hours per week: 37.5
• Work schedule: Monday - Friday, with occasional weekend work
• Salary: £31,732.20 per annum
• Allowances: Home Working
• Contract: Permanent
• DBS required: Enhanced
• Closing Date: 16/06/2025

For more information, see the attached PDFs: 'Additional Information on the role of CYP Team Leader' and 'Team Leader- CYP Homicide'.

What We Offer

We provide a competitive rewards package including flexible working, generous leave, pension contributions, discounts, wellbeing support, and career development opportunities.

About the Role

This home-based role involves leading a team of CYP Caseworkers providing support in schools, community settings, and homes. Extensive regional travel is expected. Responsibilities include managing a team, delivering interventions, and working with children and young people.

Requirements

• Experience working directly with children & young people
• Understanding of delivering frontline services
• Knowledge of the education environment and working with educational institutions
• Experience in performance management and reporting
• Leadership skills, creativity, and compassion
• Teamwork and self-management skills
• Knowledge of legislation on equal opportunities, safeguarding, and risk assessments
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills
• Confidentiality and safe working practices understanding
• Experience in crisis management and supporting stressful situations
• Leadership and performance monitoring experience
• IT skills including Word, Excel, and case management systems
• Understanding of trauma and bereavement impacts and trauma-informed practice

About Us

Victim Support is an independent charity supporting victims of crime across England and Wales. We value diversity and inclusion, and are committed to safeguarding. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities, and disabled candidates.

How to Apply

Visit our website's Jobs page to complete the application form, demonstrating how you meet the criteria. We may close the vacancy early if enough suitable applications are received. If you have already started an application, we will contact you regarding the closing date.