Contextual Safeguarding Intervention Worker

We are currently recruiting for Intervention Workers to be part of our focused support and response to children and young people aged 10-17 years old at risk from harm outside of their home.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored intervention packages to young people at risk from harm outside of their home (sexual exploitation, criminal exploitation, radicalisation, relationship harm) who have an allocated social worker, including children in our care, children in need, and those with child protection plans.
• Collaborate closely with experienced social workers to provide more intensive support and engagement.
• Work creatively and persistently with children and young people who are hard to reach, helping them exit and recover from harm experienced outside the home.
• Motivate and support young people in building relationships with key services that address their needs, such as education, health, and substance misuse support.
• Operate within a strengths‑based relational practice framework, addressing behaviours linked to childhood trauma and contributing to assessments, statutory reviews, and sustained outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records in line with national and local authority guidance, uphold high professional standards, stay informed about relevant legislation and best practices, and work flexibly – potentially including evenings and weekends where appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

• NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• A current driving licence and access to a car or means of mobility support.
• A strong understanding of different dimensions of contextual safeguarding, child and adolescent development (including the impact of trauma), safeguarding legislation and thresholds, current social issues affecting adolescents, and effective engagement strategies with young people and their families/carers.
• Experience working in or alongside statutory social care services, particularly with children and young people who are hard to reach, have been groomed or exploited, or are in crisis situations.
• Proven ability to contribute to support plans, motivate young people to engage with services (e.g. education, health, substance misuse), and respond effectively to complex and high‑pressure situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, accurate record‑keeping, and the ability to make clear observations during direct work.
• You must be able to work independently, maintain professional boundaries, make defensible decisions during crises, and follow safe lone working practices.

Additional Requirements

If successful you will have to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: fair and transparent pay reflecting your skills and experience.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days, rising to 32 after 5 years.
• Flexible Working Hours: up to 26 flexi days per year.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working.
• Learning & Development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice via VIVUP.