Young Person Advocate and Bereavement Support Practitioner | Full-time | Hybrid

Child Bereavement Uk; Birmingham, High Wycombe, London, Widnes, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Child Bereavement UK is seeking a Young Person Advocate and Bereavement Support Practitioner. This role involves advocating for young people and providing bereavement support to families affected by the loss of a child. The position offers hybrid working and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Employee assistance programme

5% pension contribution

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of support for young people.
• Provide support to individuals and families affected by bereavement.

Skills

Communication

Support for bereaved families

Education

Recognised qualification in health, social care, or counselling

Job description

Child Bereavement UK - Young Person Advocate & Bereavement Support Practitioner

Child Bereavement UK has an exciting opportunity for a Young Person Advocate and Bereavement Support Practitioner. This split role primarily involves working as a Young Person Advocate, leading the development and delivery of support for young people and professionals, ensuring that young voices influence our services across the UK.

Additionally, as a Bereavement Support Practitioner, you will provide support to individuals, couples, families, and groups affected by the death or dying of a baby or child of any age, or where children or young people up to age 25 are bereaved.

Benefits and Requirements

• Generous benefits package including employee assistance programme, 5% pension contribution, and life assurance.
• Successful candidates will need to complete a DBS check.
• Requirements include a recognised qualification in health, social care, or counselling, experience working with children, young people, and families, excellent communication skills, and a passion for supporting bereaved families.

Details

• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Reporting to: Bereavement Support Service Lead
• Location: Flexible hybrid working between home and one of our centres in Birmingham, Glasgow, High Wycombe, London, or Widnes.

Application Process

Closing date: Monday 2 June. First interviews: Wednesday 11 June via Teams or Zoom. Second interviews (if applicable): in person. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the role may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming environment and oppose all forms of discrimination and oppression based on age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and other protected characteristics.

Additional Resources

We provide resources on grief and bereavement, and share stories of families and professionals we have supported and trained.

Most people experiencing bereavement go through various emotions in response to loss.