Job Description

Some key information

28 of days annual leave pro rata Permanent, part time 30 hours per week role

We're looking for a passionate individual to support and guide our team of volunteer Advocates and Independent Visitors. At Route1, children's rights are at the heart of everything we do -- and you'll play a vital role in making sure their voices are heard.

What you'll do:

Support and advise volunteers who represent children with a social worker. Deliver engaging training to prepare volunteers for their roles. Advocate for children's rights and challenge practice where their voice isn't central. Work collaboratively within a supportive team of 6 staff and a manager.

What will I be doing?

Route1 is part of the Children's Advocacy and Independent Reviewing Service. We recruit, train, and support volunteers who:


Act as

Independent Visitors

, offering long-term support to children looked after by the Local Authority. Serve as

Advocates

, helping children and young people express their views in meetings about their care, including reviews, conferences, and complaints.

This is a varied and exciting role. Training and developmental opportunities are offered. You will liaise with a wide range of professionals in order to manage and support a group of volunteer advocates and independent visitors. You will also act as an advocate for children and young people in complex cases. You will participate in the recruiting and training of volunteers. Although you will operate at a high level of autonomy, it is essential that you work with a team approach and are able to travel extensively in and occasionally outside of Somerset.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking for a creative individual with an interest and concern for the needs of children. You will have knowledge and experience of the voluntary sector and an understanding of child protection & safeguarding. You will need to have good IT skills and be able to negotiate spreadsheets and databases. We are looking for a strong, confident communicator who possesses enthusiasm, motivation and problem-solving skills. Ideally you will have a track record in building strong and supportive relationships with children and dealing with sensitive issues tactfully. If you're committed to empowering children and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

What's in it for me?

We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.



We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:


We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home. Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave Staff discounts in gyms. Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services. Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme. A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings. My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more

Anything else I should know?

Feel free to get in touch with Stella Jefferies - Route1 Manager 07971 696019.



When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and ensure that any gaps in employment are explained. Please start with your current or most recent employment.



If you have all the information you need, just hit the apply button - we can't wait to hear from you.



23,187 to 25,995 per annum

DBS information

This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure procedure.



Job Reference: SCC05848