Family Support Worker (Youth Justice)

Company: Derbyshire County Council
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Closing date

19 July 2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families?

Derbyshire Youth Justice Service is seeking an experienced and motivated Family Support Worker to join a multi‑agency team of child‑focused practitioners. You will play a vital role in supporting children and young people who are at risk of re‑offending, promoting a pro‑social relationship with the community and helping them to build brighter futures.

Why work for Derbyshire?

  • Supportive Culture – Work within a learning environment that values your professional growth with a team who will support one another to reach our shared goal of positive outcomes for our children.
  • Flexible Working – Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with flexible working arrangements.
  • Comprehensive Training and Development Offer – Access to a wealth of training and development opportunities, designed to expand your knowledge and practice, with an emphasis on the Derbyshire Operation Model which includes Child First, Systemic and Restorative Practice.

Our Mission

“Child First in everything we say, do and write. We build on the strengths of children, families and communities to achieve their potential and, in turn, protect the public and victims. We never give up on our children and young people.”

About The Role

This is a part‑time post working 18.5 hours per week, within the Chesterfield, North Dales and High Peak team. This is a hybrid working role with an office base at The Quad in Chesterfield.

The position is for the role of Family Support Worker within Derbyshire Youth Justice Service. The successful candidate will join a multi‑agency team of professionals working within a service rated by HMIP as “Good”. The post includes working directly with children and the professional network around them, assessing their holistic needs and creating tailored intervention plans with the aim of increasing safety and reducing risk.

Contact

If you would like to discuss this role informally please contact Team Manager, Sam Munday via the email address Sam.Munday@derbyshire.gov.uk

Provisional Interview Date

30 and 31 July 2026

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Posted: July 9th, 2026