Young Person&Rsquo;S Coach

Service Care Solutions; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social services organization in Chichester seeks a proactive Young Person's Coach to provide intensive support to vulnerable young people across West Sussex. The role includes coordinating assessments and building trusted relationships. Ideal candidates should have experience working with youth in complex circumstances, along with strong engagement skills. This position offers flexible working, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Flexibility in working hours

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in complex circumstances (e.g., Youth Work, Youth Offending, Social Care, Education, Health).
• Strong engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and statutory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to young people in complex circumstances.
• Build trusted relationships and engage young people in co-produced support plans.
• Coordinate CANS assessments and liaise with multi-agency professionals.

Skills

Strong engagement and relationship-building skills

Experience working with young people in complex circumstances

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to work independently and proactively

Flexible to work evenings and weekends

Job description

Overview

Location: Chichester, West Sussex (with travel around the county)

Duration: Initially 5 months

Hours: 37 per week

Rate: £27 per hour (umbrella) (£20 PAYE an hour)

Working Arrangements: 1 day per fortnight in the office, with some travel across West Sussex

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Young Person's Coach to support vulnerable young people across West Sussex. You will provide one-to-one, intensive support, build trusted relationships, and enable young people to achieve positive outcomes. You will coordinate assessments, support engagement using the CANS tool, and work closely with professionals across education, health, youth justice, and social care. The role involves flexible working, including evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to young people in complex circumstances
• Build trusted relationships and engage young people in co-produced support plans
• Coordinate CANS assessments and liaise with multi-agency professionals
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and maintain robust safeguarding practice
• Maintain accurate case records and reports
• Participate in reflective practice sessions and contribute to service innovation

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience working with young people in complex circumstances (e.g., Youth Work, Youth Offending, Social Care, Education, Health)
• Strong engagement and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and statutory frameworks
• Ability to work independently, proactively, and in the community
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends

Desirable:

• Knowledge of or willingness to train in the CANS assessment tool
• Experience in multi-agency planning and reflective practice

Why Join Us

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives while working in a supportive and flexible environment.

Apply today to be part of this rewarding role