Key Worker – Young Carers (West Essex)

TN United Kingdom; Harlow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young carers in Essex. This role involves providing personalized support to young individuals aged 0-18, helping them navigate their responsibilities while ensuring they have equal opportunities as their peers. As part of a dedicated team, you will develop strategies, conduct outreach, and collaborate with educational settings to empower young carers. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and be part of a transformative journey in the community.

Qualifications

• GCSE level education or equivalent with relevant qualifications.
• Experience working with children and/or young people.

Responsibilities

• Work with young carers to identify support needs and develop strategies.
• Conduct outreach activities to promote awareness of young carers.

Skills

Communication Skills

Experience with Young People

Organizational Skills

Flexible Working

Team Collaboration

Knowledge of Young Carers Issues

Education

GCSE Level Education or Equivalent

Relevant Professional Qualifications

Job description

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Client:

Essex County Council

Location:

Harlow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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Job Description:

Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £25,081 to £27,653 per annum

Location: West Essex and throughout the county

Working Style:

Are you passionate about working with and making a difference to Young Carers? Can you organise and manage your workload, communicate effectively, and work as part of a team?

We are seeking a district-based Key Worker to work within West Essex, with the need to travel across wider Essex to support Young Carers (aged 0-18), young adult carers (16-24), and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in Young Carers' lives daily.

Your role will involve providing individualised support related to their caring role, raising achievement and aspirations, and enabling them to have the same life chances as their peers.

Responsibilities:

• Work with Essex young carers and families to identify priorities, support needs, interventions, and goals, developing strategies to meet these. Use assessment and monitoring to motivate young carers and their families to achieve support plans.
• Handle referrals and work with Essex young carers to identify, understand, and meet their needs, focusing on positive outcomes.
• Support young carers through various means such as one-to-one, peer group, telephone support, advocacy, information provision, signposting, training, and workshops, ensuring support levels meet their needs.
• Promote self-awareness, confidence, and involve young carers in designing and evaluating services.
• Conduct outreach and awareness activities to other agencies, including presentations, workshops, and events, to increase identification of young carers.
• Collaborate with educational settings and adult services to support young carers, especially during transitions, to continue education, employment, or training.
• Support development of young carers networks and forums to amplify their voice and influence service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Essex County Council policies on safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• GCSE level education or equivalent, with relevant professional qualifications related to working with young people (e.g., LDSS, Social Work, Youth & Community, Careers) or demonstrable equivalent experience.
• Experience working with children and/or young people.
• Ability to work independently and manage flexible working hours.
• Flexible, professional approach to meet the needs of young people and the service.
• Understanding of issues affecting young carers and young people, learning opportunities, and partner services.
• Experience working with young people individually and in groups.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in collaborative working with local agencies.
• Experience involving young people and families in decision-making processes.

Please note: The role requires mobility across the operational area. A driving licence and access to a vehicle, or alternative mobility solutions, are necessary.

Why Essex?

Essex offers a stimulating environment as one of the UK's largest local authorities, covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents. We are committed to transformational change, delivering quality at lower costs, and fostering innovation with flexible working options. Recognized for productivity, Essex values everyone and promotes a positive workplace.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, committed to interviewing all disabled applicants who meet minimum requirements under our Job Interview Scheme. Please contact our recruiters for reasonable adjustments.

We also prioritize fair treatment for veterans and care leavers who meet job criteria.

At Essex County Council, integrity and ethics are core values. We ask all employees and volunteers to uphold our code of conduct throughout the recruitment process, maintaining a respectful workplace.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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