Casual Worker Junction ; Advocate x2

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced casual worker to join our Junction 21 Mentoring and Advocacy service, part of Noth Somerset Youth Justice and Prevention Service. Junction 21 is responsible for supporting children at risk of offending and anti-social behaviour, along with advocating for children in care, care experienced children, and children whose family are going through the child protection process.

• Advocating for children in care / care experienced children
• Advocating for children going through child protection
• Advocating for unaccompanied asylum‑seeking children
• Supporting training and supervision of volunteer mentors
• Supporting children to access social prescribing
• Supporting the work of the Youth Justice Service

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting at risk / vulnerable children, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

• 5 GCSE passes or equivalent, including English Language and Maths
• 6 months direct work with young people whose behaviour can be challenging or anti‑social
• 6 months experience of working as part of a team
• Demonstrate an ability to form and maintain positive working relationships as part of a multi‑disciplinary team

• Proven effective practice in helping young people to desist from offending / ASB
• Advocating for children, supporting complaints and giving them a voice in decisions that impact their lives
• Recognised qualification in work with adolescents / children
• Holding strong boundaries with young people and being consistent, Disability Confident