Senior CYP resilience worker in Coventry

Children & Young People (CYP) Senior Resilience Worker Coventry | Full Time | 37.5 Hours

Change Grow Live is a charity driven by the belief that we can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. We provide compassionate, person-centred support in a safe and inclusive environment, respecting and valuing each individual. We work collaboratively to support people in accessing the right treatment and care options, helping them achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.

Are you prepared to make a profound impact on the lives affected by substance misuse? If so, we are seeking a CYP Senior resilience worker to join our Coventry CYP team.

Why this role matters

For many young people, the right support at the right time can change the course of their lives. As a CYP Senior resilience worker you will play a key role in ensuring that children and young people receive high-quality, trauma-informed support that helps them feel safe, heard, and understood. You will lead by example, supporting both young people and colleagues to navigate complex challenges, reduce harm, and build resilience. This is a role where your experience, guidance and leadership will directly shape the quality of care we provide — helping young people move forward with confidence and hope.

Details:

• Hours: Part Time: 22.5 hours per week, term-time only (38 weeks per year)
• Full Time Salary: £32,002.35 - £34,214.20 per year (pro rata for part time hours)
• Contract: Term-time only (38 weeks per year)
• Working pattern: Aligned to school terms and hours

Responsibilities

As a Senior Practitioner, you will take a leading role within the CYP service, supporting the delivery of high-quality interventions and ensuring best practice across the team. You will:

• Hold a complex caseload, supporting children and young people affected by substance use, risk-taking behaviours, and wider vulnerabilities
• Deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed interventions tailored to individual needs
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to practitioners, helping to build confidence, capability and consistency
• Support safeguarding processes and risk management, ensuring young people are protected and supported effectively
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, social care, youth justice services and other partners
• Contribute to service development, improving how we engage and support young people

This is a dynamic role where you will balance direct practice with leadership responsibilities, helping to create a service that is responsive, inclusive and impactful.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children and young people, particularly those affected by substance use or complex needs
• Demonstrates strong safeguarding knowledge and experience managing risk
• Can deliver high-quality, evidence-based interventions
• Has the confidence to support and guide others, acting as a role model within the team
• Communicates effectively with young people, families and professionals
• Is organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
• Is committed to continuous learning and professional development

What we will give to you:

• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Several benefits including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
• A friendly and supportive team
• Training, career development & progression opportunities

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 28 to 30 (£32,002.35 - £34,214.20)

Closing Date

16/5/2026

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.