Sessional Worker - Job Description

Role Overview

As a Sessional Worker, you will support children, young people, and families across a range of settings. Working as part of a wider service, you will help individuals access opportunities, build resilience, and achieve positive outcomes.

This is a flexible role offering varied and meaningful work with individuals who may have complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

You may be involved in a variety of activities, including:

• Providing practical and emotional support to children and young people
• Supporting and supervising young people involved in community-based programmes
• Acting as an Appropriate Adult for young people in police settings (training provided where required)
• Helping young people engage with education, training, employment and key services (e.g. housing, benefits, appointments)
• Encouraging participation in positive activities such as leisure, cultural and sporting opportunities
• Supporting early intervention and prevention initiatives
• Working with young people transitioning from care into independence
• Supporting parents and carers to develop confidence and effective parenting approaches
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in line with organisational requirements

Working Approach

You will:

• Work in a respectful, inclusive, and non-judgemental way with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Follow safeguarding practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
• Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Participate in training, supervision, and team meetings

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has good communication skills and basic literacy and numeracy
• Is interested in supporting children, young people, and families
• Can build positive relationships and maintain appropriate boundaries
• Demonstrates a flexible, calm, and non-judgemental approach
• Works well both independently and as part of a team
• Is reliable and able to take initiative
• Is open to working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Can engage individuals using creative and adaptable approaches
• Is comfortable managing challenging situations with empathy and professionalism
• Has an understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion

Additional Information

• Location: Various locations across the local area
• Travel: Ability to travel locally is required
• Hours: Flexible / sessional (including evenings and weekends)
• Pay: Hourly rate (details available on application)

Safeguarding

This role involves working directly with children and young people and is therefore subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Work Environment

The role may involve:

• Working independently at times
• Managing emotionally demanding situations
• Responding to challenging behaviour

Appropriate training and support will be provided.