Children and Young People (CYP) Co-ordinator – NFCC

Department: Prevention

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract – 12 Months

Salary Level: Circa £36,300 per annum

Hours: 37 per week

Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required)

Reports To: Children & Young People Manager

About this role

The Prevention Hub works to improve and innovate prevention activities to keep communities safer. We support Fire and Rescue Services to work towards achieving the Prevention Fire Standard and Safeguarding Fire Standard. You will engage and co-ordinate at a national, regional and local level a range of support to Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) Children & Young People (CYP) functions. You will co-ordinate a collaborative approach through design, delivery and maintenance of products, tools and guidance.

What we are looking for

• A proactive, professional and enthusiastic individual who will provide support across the CYP functions in collaboration with the wider Prevention Hub.
• As a member of the Prevention Hub, you will have a key role in delivering change across the UK FRS.
• You will work with Lead Officers to co-ordinate, deliver and evaluate a range of engagement opportunities including network meetings, projects and training.

What You’ll Bring

• An excellent understanding of the fire sector and prevention approaches.
• A good understanding and knowledge of Youth Work National Occupational Standards and Trauma Informed Practice.
• Experience of developing, delivering and reviewing products.
• Proven experience of directly and indirectly working with children and young people.
• A good understanding of the political environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent administrative skills and organisational skills.
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to engage.
• A good understanding of Safeguarding practice and creating safe environments.
• Experience of using a range of IT applications particularly Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint and Teams.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage workloads effectively.
• Experience of working with FRSs, CYP and a range of stakeholders.
• A positive attitude and willingness to get involved.
• A willingness to travel across the UK.

If this sounds like the role for you, please have a look at the Job Description on the NFCC website and apply.

How to apply

Please complete the application form via the ‘apply now’ button below. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.

Closing Date: 28th May 2026

Interviews: W/C 15th June 2026 (via Microsoft Teams)

PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS.

For queries or technical issues, please contact recruitment@nfcc.org.uk

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post. NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive. NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment.