Key Worker - Youth Connect South West

TN United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Bath is seeking a dedicated Key Worker to support young people aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The role involves developing personalized action plans and coordinating with professionals to help young people access educational opportunities and prepare for adulthood. Join a supportive team and enjoy professional development opportunities and a wellbeing package.

Benefits

Access to professional development opportunities

Excellent wellbeing package

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEND.
• Ability to develop personalized action plans.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive support to young people with SEND.
• Develop personalized action plans focusing on strengths and needs.
• Coordinate with professionals to deliver holistic support.

Skills

Support for young people

Coordination with professionals

Personalized action plans

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

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Key Worker - Youth Connect South West, Bath

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Client:

Bath and North East Somerset Council

Location:

Bath, 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:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

Please note this is not a Bath & North East Somerset Council Vacancy.

Vacancy Ref: YCSW89

Youth Connect South West (YCSW) is a young people's charity in Bath and North East Somerset. We provide a range of services to support young people to enjoy today, prepare for tomorrow, and become the people they want to be.

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Key Worker to join our team. You will provide intensive support to young people aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them access educational opportunities and prepare for adulthood. This role involves developing personalised action plans, coordinating with professionals, and supporting young people in their educational and personal development journeys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide intensive support to young people with SEND.
• Develop personalised action plans focusing on strengths, needs, and aspirations.
• Support access to volunteering, work experience, and educational opportunities.
• Act as the primary point of contact for young people and their parents/carers.
• Coordinate with a team of professionals to deliver holistic support.
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings.
• Ensure high attendance rates and timely completion of assessments and action plans.
• Engage in 1-to-1 activities tailored to young people's needs, including vocational, PSHE, and enrichment activities.
• Assist in exploring next steps beyond the programme, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safeguarding and data protection protocols.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and dynamic team.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy an excellent wellbeing package

Interview Date: TBC .

Applications should be made using the YCSW application form, which can be obtained from our website: Our Careers | Youth Connect South West | Bath and North East Somerset

For more information, call Chloe 07530263493 or Sam 07980998670 or email [emailprotected]

CVs will not be considered. All completed applications are to be emailed to [emailprotected]

Safeguarding Statement

YCSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.

As this post involves working within one of these groups, we will require a Disclosure & Barring Service check and/or subscription to the DBS online service. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.

Please note that by submitting your application you are giving consent to the information that you provide being stored and used in the selection process. In line with the Data Protection Act 1998, all information about you will be securely held, with access restricted solely to those involved in the appointment process.