Children Young People & Family Worker
Location: HAGA - Seven Sisters
Location: London
Contract type / hours: Permanent, 37 Hours
Salary: £28,690 - £34,730
Time type: Full time
Make a real difference in your community
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen within a commissioned Children, Young People and Families Drug and Alcohol service - Insight Platform for a Children, Young People and Families worker.
Duties include
- Hold a caseload of young people, conduct key work sessions, delivering assemblies, parenting workshops and teacher training within schools in the borough
- Updating the case management system with information, conducting assessments, risk assessments and care plans
- Deliver group work sessions on substance misuse
- Manage cases with hidden harm concerns
We are searching for a candidate who is passionate, creative, enthusiastic and flexible to meet the needs of our young people and families. We want to reach out to as many Children, Young People and Families affected by drugs and/or alcohol as we can, and this role is key to achieving this ambition. The new post holder will work as part of a team to provide collaborative recovery planning and case management to those who use or may be at risk of using drug and alcohol across all stages of individuals’ journeys, from assessment and engagement through to treatment and to promote the service across the Borough.
About Waythrough
Make a real difference in your community
What We Offer
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27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
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Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
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Life assurance (3× annual salary)
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Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
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Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
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Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
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24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
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Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
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£500 Recommend a Friend bonus
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Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
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Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
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Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and Accessibility
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date
2026-10-27
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Children Young People and Family (CYPF) Practitioner employer: Aquarius Action Projects
Waythrough is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a real difference in the community, particularly in the mental health and social support sectors. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer extensive benefits including generous annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and professional development opportunities, all within a collaborative and caring work culture. Our Devon hubs provide a supportive environment where you can thrive while empowering others to lead healthier, more independent lives.
