Young Adult Carer Practitioner (focus 16-18), Bradford

Carers' Resource; Bradford; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Carers’ Resource in Bradford invites applications for a Young Adult Carer Practitioner (16-18). The role delivers one-to-one support, mentoring and group activities to young carers across Bradford district, embedding a whole-family approach.

You will work with families, schools and partner services to remove barriers to education, employment and training, including NEET support. The role requires some early evenings and school holiday activities; 18 hours per week with base in Shipley.

Qualifications

• Assess the needs of young carers within the context of their family circumstances.
• Work with the whole family to identify barriers, challenges and unmet needs.
• Provide one-to-one information, advice, mentoring and emotional support.
• Support young carers aged 16–18 who are NEET, helping them identify and overcome barriers to education, employment and training.
• Develop confidence, independence, aspirations, employability skills and realistic progression plans.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain confidential case records.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs and plan support for young carers aged 16–18.
• Provide information, advice, mentoring and emotional support to individuals.
• Deliver targeted NEET support to help progression into education or work.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate group activities promoting wellbeing and skills.

Job description

Serving the people of Bradford, Harrogate, Selby and Craven Districts

Location

Bradford

5th November 2026

We are looking for a Young Adult Carer Practitioner (16-18) working across the Bradford district.

Hours: 18 Hours
Base: Shipley
Salary: £13,135 (actual salary)
Closing date for applications: Thursday 5th November at 10am

Role overview:

As a Young Adult Carer Practitioner, you will support the social, emotional, educational and vocational wellbeing of young adult carers across Bradford, of young people aged 16–18. You will provide a combination of one-to-one support, mentoring, information and advice, and group/activity-based work.

Central to this role is embedding a whole family approach. You will recognise the young carer as part of a wider family system, work proactively with parents, siblings and wider family members, identify additional support needs, and collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to ensure coordinated, family-centred support.

For young carers aged 16–18, you will provide targeted support to help them overcome barriers to education, employment and training, develop confidence and independence, access appropriate opportunities, and make positive transitions into adulthood. This may include identifying NEET-related barriers, supporting employability and skills development, helping young people access education, training, apprenticeships, volunteering or employment, and working with relevant specialist services and partner organisations.

The post requires flexibility, including some early evening work and participation in activities during school holidays.

Requirements or Key Responsibilities:

• Assess the needs of young carers within the context of their family circumstances.
• Work with the whole family to identify barriers, challenges and unmet needs.
• Provide one-to-one information, advice, mentoring and emotional support.
• Provide targeted support to young carers aged 16–18 who are NEET, helping them identify and overcome barriers to education, employment and training.
• Support young people to develop confidence, independence, aspirations, employability skills and realistic progression plans.
• Help 16–18-year-old young carers access appropriate education, training, apprenticeships, employment, volunteering and other positive opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with education, employment, training, careers and specialist support services to improve outcomes for young carers aged 16–18.
• Develop family-focused support plans that reduce inappropriate caring responsibilities and enable young people to pursue education, employment or training.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate group activities, including activities that promote wellbeing, skills, confidence, aspirations and social connection.
• Monitor and review young carers’ needs, including changes within the family and transitions between education, training and employment.
• Work collaboratively with statutory, voluntary and community organisations.
• Make appropriate referrals and signpost families and young people to additional services, including specialist education, employment, training, careers and transition support.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and respond appropriately to concerns.
• Seek feedback from young carers and families to inform service improvement.
• Act as an ambassador for Carers’ Resource at all times.

This is an opportunity to join a dedicated organisation that is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of carers. If you are passionate about supporting others and making a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Carers’ Resource values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

15 Park View Court,
St Paul's Road,
Shipley,
BD18 3DZ

Unit 3,
Grove Park Court,
Grove Park Terrace,
Harrogate HG1 4DP

Company registered in England No. 03054273

Registered office: Unit 3, Grove Park Court, Grove Park Terrace, Harrogate HG1 4DP