Children Young People & Family Worker

Children Young People & Family Worker - Outreach in Communities

Location: Can be based out of Bishop Auckland, Durham, Peterlee or Consett. 

Working Hours: 37 hours per week - There is a possibility of evening/weekend work depending on services needs

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £25,110 - £32,090

This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band. 

About Waythrough 

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. 

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community 

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. 

Due to the nature of this role, it is essential you hold a full driving license and have access to your own vehicle.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and committed Children, Young People and Family Worker to support families facing complex challenges.

This is a rewarding, hands-on role where you will manage a caseload, deliver evidence-based interventions and work alongside partner agencies to achieve positive, sustainable outcomes for children and families.

What You Will Be Doing

• Managing a caseload of children, young people and families

• Building trusting, respectful relationships

• Contributing to assessments and Early Help planning

• Delivering tailored 1:1 interventions and structured group programmes (including CRAFT and SMART Groups)

• Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners

• Monitoring progress and maintaining accurate case records

• Ensuring safeguarding remains central to your work

• Working flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Experienced in working with children, young people and families

• Skilled at engaging individuals facing complex or challenging circumstances

• Confident managing a caseload and balancing competing demands

• Knowledgeable about safeguarding and professional boundaries

• Compassionate, resilient and solution-focused

An NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is essential, or a willingness to work towards it.

Experience in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, MI or family-based interventions would be advantageous.

To view the full job description and person specification, please click here.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)

• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%

• Life assurance (3× annual salary)

• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay

• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave

• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications

• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme

• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals

• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus

• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership

• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good

• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. 

We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme  - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: View email address on swooped.co

Closing Date:

2026-03-12