Location: Manchester / Greater Manchester
Pay: £14.43 per hour
Contract: Temporary
Driving Licence Required
We are recruiting a Project Worker to support vulnerable children and young people who are missing from care or at risk of going missing across Greater Manchester.
The Role
As a Project Worker, you will:
Complete Missing from Care Return Interviews.
Assess risk, identify support needs, and provide short-term interventions.
Manage your own caseload of children and young people.
Work alongside social care, police, education, and other partner agencies.
Ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
Maintain accurate records and case notes.
Help children and young people have their voices heard.
About You
To be successful as a Project Worker, you will have:
Experience working with vulnerable children and young people, particularly those in care.
Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and exploitation risks.
Experience completing assessments and planning interventions.
Strong communication, advocacy, and record-keeping skills.
A relevant qualification in Social Work, Youth & Community Work, Childcare, or a related field.
The ability to work independently and as part of a multi-agency team.
Additional Information
Travel across Greater Manchester is required.
Some evening and occasional overnight work may be necessary.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Worker looking to make a real difference, with the potential to secure a permanent Project Worker position following the temporary contract.
Apply today to join a dedicated team supporting vulnerable children and young people across Greater Manchester
Salary description
£14.43 - £14.43 per hour