Trauma-Informed CYP Advocate

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wish Centre seeks a Children & Young People’s Practitioner to support and protect the rights of young people affected by domestic abuse. You will deliver group and 1:1 programmes, assess ACEs, and liaise with partner agencies across Blackburn and Darwen.

The role requires evening work, travel across the borough, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and empowering young people.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in domestic abuse, childcare or social care or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with children and young people, especially in a domestic abuse context.
• Experience delivering group and 1:1 programmes.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches and ACEs.
• Knowledge of child protection, safeguarding legislation and CSAP policies.
• Familiarity with multi-agency working and IDVAs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group and 1:1 programs to children and young people.
• Liaise with appropriate services and act as a point of contact.
• Provide trauma-informed engagement and assess ACEs.
• Work in partnership with other agencies and professionals.
• Maintain timely contact with young people within service procedures.
• Listen to young people to identify concerns and support safeguarding.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Engage with young people

Risk assessment

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Domestic abuse/childcare or social care qualification

Job description

The Wish Centre seeks a Children & Young People’s Practitioner to support and protect the rights of young people affected by domestic abuse. You will deliver group and 1:1 programmes, assess ACEs, and liaise with partner agencies across Blackburn and Darwen.

The role requires evening work, travel across the borough, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and empowering young people.