Children’s Services Worker
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a hybrid Children’s Services Worker in Bangor, North Wales, paying £25,949 per annum to provide essential support to young carers aged 8-18.
- Role
- Children’s Services Worker
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Bangor, North Wales (with travel across Gwynedd)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £25,949 per annum
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Action for Children is seeking a Children’s Services Worker to provide practical, emotional, and financial support to young carers aged 8-18 in the Gwynedd area. The role involves conducting assessments, delivering evidence-based interventions, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure child safety. This position operates on a hybrid basis and requires a candidate who can work in the medium of Welsh. The role is a fixed-term contract until March 31, 2027, working 25 hours per week.
What you'll do
- Conduct young carers assessments and deliver tailored, needs-led support.
- Utilize trauma-informed approaches to validate experiences and help youth understand their situations.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions through group work and one-to-one sessions.
- Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to manage safeguarding concerns.
- Represent the organization at community events and organize short breaks.
What it takes
- Experience supporting children, young people, and families in a similar setting.
- Level 3 QCF in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work toward it).
- Full driving licence and access to reliable transport for travel across Gwynedd.
- Ability to communicate effectively in the medium of Welsh.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight residentials.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Over 7 weeks paid leave, option to buy/sell leave, flexible maternity/paternity/adoption packages, up to 5% employer pension contribution, life assurance, and Blue Light Card discounts.
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote or office-based?
This is a hybrid role with an office base in Bangor and the requirement for regular travel across Gwynedd.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary for this role is £25,949 per annum.
Are there specific language requirements for this job?
Yes, the ability to work in the medium of Welsh is considered essential for this position.
What qualifications are required?
Candidates should have experience supporting children and families, and ideally hold or be willing to work toward a Level 3 QCF in Health and Social Care.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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