Adolescent Support Worker – Trowbridge, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Salary:34,434 – 36,363 per annum Hours per week:37 hours Temporary/Fixed term:23 months Interview date:Monday 20 July 2026 TheEmerald Teaminourpeoples service is looking for an Adolescent support worker.The Emerald team works with young people who are vulnerable to child exploitation or at risk of going missing.Using a multi-disciplinary team approach, the service aims toimpactby reducing the risks young people face. The role ofanAdolescent support worker is to build relationships with young people and families to understandtheirneeds, provide targeted support, strengthen resilience, and reduce riskstoprevent the need for specialist services.The post holderwill manage a complex caseload, coordinate family actionplansand work directly with young people to provideappropriateand tailored support. The successful candidate will hold an NVQ Level 4 qualification orpossessequivalent substantial experience within a relevant field. They willdemonstrateproven experience of effectively engaging with children and young people, alongside a strongunderstanding of the risks and indicators associated with exploitation.To succeed in this role, you must have a thorough knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures, as well as excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with a range of individuals. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a ‘One Council’ ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefitshere. Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customerfacing roles work entirely from their service location. We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity. Contact details Jessica Mackie, Team Manager Emerald at Jess.Mackie@wiltshire.gov.uk Please ensure to regularly check your spam or junk folder for any communication from us regarding the status of your application. Application criteria Please download and read therole description and person specificationcarefully before you apply. We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura). Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission. Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.
Adolescent Support Worker
Company: Wiltshire Council
Location: Wiltshire
Job Description:
Posted: July 6th, 2026