Youth Worker

Nottinghamshire County Council; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking an Adoption Youth Worker to provide high-quality, child-centred support to adopted young people, promoting emotional well-being and positive outcomes. You will build trusting relationships and deliver tailored interventions to meet individual needs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, social workers, and partner agencies, alongside direct work, group activities, and ensuring the young person’s voice remains central in every plan.

Qualifications

• Level 6 JNC qualification in youth work is required.
• Understanding of attachment and the impact of developmental trauma.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Knowledge of legislation and policies related to adoption and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Develop trusting and therapeutic relationships with young people.
• Work collaboratively with adoptive families, social workers, and partner agencies.
• Facilitate direct work, group activities, and participation opportunities.
• Ensure that the voice of the young person is central to service delivery.
• Advocate for young people, empowering them to develop confidence and strengthen family relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer care

Education

Level 6 JNC qualification in youth work

Job description

Trent Bridge house, West Bridgford, NG2 6BJ

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Join Nottinghamshire County Council, a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Be part of a community that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

As an Adoption Youth Worker, you will provide high-quality, child-centred support to adopted young people. Your role will focus on promoting emotional well-being and helping them achieve positive outcomes. You will build trusting relationships and deliver tailored interventions to meet individual needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people!

In this role, you will:

• Develop trusting and therapeutic relationships with young people.
• Work collaboratively with adoptive families, social workers, and partner agencies.
• Facilitate direct work, group activities, and participation opportunities.
• Ensure that the voice of the young person is central to service delivery.
• Advocate for young people, empowering them to develop confidence and strengthen family relationships.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A level 6 JNC qualification in youth work.
• A good understanding of attachment and the impact of developmental trauma.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Knowledge of legislation and policies related to adoption and child welfare.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with young people and families.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A high level of personal drive and commitment to excellent customer care.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive environment that encourages work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements.

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on beingaccredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme)we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.