Youth Participation & Data Lead (Hybrid/Remote)

Isle of Wight Council; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days annual leave + public holidays

Discounted Solent ferry travel

Isle of Wight bus network discount

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted island sports & leisure gym

National and local discounts & schemes

Relocation scheme up to £8,000 (where/

Travel allowance may be available

Job summary

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking an organised professional to join Island Futures, supporting 16–18 participation tracking to ensure young people progress into education, employment or training. The role focuses on delivering high-quality data records and working closely with schools, post-16 providers and partner services to support transitions.

You will identify NEET or at-risk young people, contact families, record destinations, and refer for further support, building strong relationships

Qualifications

• Confident working with data and systems.
• Ability to manage competing tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to engage sensitively with young people, including those who may be anxious or disengaged.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of partners.

Responsibilities

• Track young people aged 16–18 to ensure progression into education, employment or training.
• Identify NEET or at risk of NEET and refer to appropriate support services.
• Record destinations, including occupational area and level of study/training.
• Identify needs for referrals to Island Futures team for further support.
• Build and maintain relationships with young people and other agencies to encourage engagement with information, advice and guidance services.

Job description

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking an organised professional to join Island Futures, supporting 16–18 participation tracking to ensure young people progress into education, employment or training. The role focuses on delivering high-quality data records and working closely with schools, post-16 providers and partner services to support transitions.

You will identify NEET or at-risk young people, contact families, record destinations, and refer for further support, building strong relationships