The job itself
Are you a creative and committed practitioner with a passion for championing youth voice and participation? Do you believe that children and young people should be at the heart of service design and decision-making? If so, this is your chance to join a innovative team that’s driving real change across East Riding.
As a GOOD rated authority by Ofsted, we place children and young people at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to deliver high-quality, relational, and restorative practice that makes a real difference in which children and young people’s voices are not only heard but acted upon.
The Role
We’re excited to offer a unique opportunity within our Voices That Influence Team, who sit within the Integrated and joint commissioning, youth and community partnerships and improvement portfolio at East Riding of Yorkshire Council. This role will lead on the design, coordination, and delivery of inclusive, creative engagement opportunities for children and young people.
You’ll be central to supporting and embedding youth voice and participation across our services – helping young people shape the support they receive and ensuring their lived experiences influence local planning and service improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver and coordinate youth engagement activities across the East Riding.
- Champion the voice of children and young people in decision‑making as part of our inclusive advocacy model.
- Co‑produce meaningful participation models, including:
- Mind of My Own digital engagement
- Children in Care Council and Care Leavers Forum
- An expanding Independent Visitors Scheme
- Partnerships with the voluntary sector
- Work collaboratively with professionals, partners, and young people to deliver sustainable, impactful engagement initiatives.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has direct experience in children’s services or youth voice and engagement.
- Understands restorative, relational, and strengths‑based practice.
- Can analyse and interpret lived experience to drive service improvement.
- Is passionate about inclusion, participation, and co‑production.
- Motivated to raise awareness of the service and drive initiatives across the practice systems.
- Has a degree in health, education, or social care – or relevant experience.
- Is confident, creative, organised, and committed to making a difference.
What We Offer
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Opportunities for professional development
- A supportive, inclusive team environment
- A chance to shape the future of children’s services in East Riding
Be part of something bold and ambitious. If you’re ready to inspire change, amplify young voices, and make a lasting impact – we’d love to hear from you.
Join us and help us build services with children, not just for them.
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