Young Carer’s Development Worker

Middlesbrough Voluntary Development Agency; Redcar; On-site; GBP 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Redcar is seeking a Young Carers’ Development Worker. This part-time role involves supporting young carers through activities, interventions, and collaboration with schools. Candidates should have experience in youth work and a commitment to safeguarding. The position is for 18.5 hours per week during term time, offering a salary of £27,586 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work, community development or a related field is recommended.
• Full enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other relevant checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement activities to support young carers.
• Provide project support interventions for young carers in schools.
• Collaborate with partners to ensure proper safeguarding.

Skills

Experience in youth work

Commitment to safeguarding

Ability to work flexible hours

Job description

We are here to support, promote and develop voluntary and community action in Middlesbrough.

Overview

The Junction is recruiting for a Young Carers’ Development Worker.

Hours: 18.5 hours per week (term time only)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £27,586 (pro rata) for 18.5 hours per week, term time only

Application Method: The Junction Foundation application pack must be completed; we do not accept CVs.

About The Junction

The Junction is a respected charity working to make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families. We are proud of our reputation and believe that all workers are key to establishing positive relationships, building trust, self-belief, a sense of family and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement activities to support young carers and promote their participation.
• Provide project support interventions to assist young carers and schools in identifying and supporting them.
• Increase awareness and identification of young carers in schools and other relevant settings; improve access to support.
• Collaborate with schools, communities and partners to deliver appropriate services and ensure safeguarding.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on activity to demonstrate outcomes for young carers.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in youth work, community development or a related field (recommended).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Ability to work 18.5 hours per week, term time only.
• Full enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other relevant checks as required.

How to Apply

• Please visit The Junction Foundation recruitment page to download an application pack. Completed packs to be emailed to: [e-mail] or posted to Westfield Farm, The Green, Dormanstown, Redcar, TS10 5NA marked PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL.
• We do not accept CVs; please ensure the application pack is fully completed.

Closing Date

Noon on Friday 26th September 2025. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted.

The Junction is an inclusive employer and encourages applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process, please let us know.

The Junction is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought along with other relevant checks deemed appropriate.