Compass - Services to Improve Health and Wellbeing
28,684 - 33,673 per year
Derby
Full-time
26th October 2025

You believe every young person deserves to feel heard, understood and supported. You know behaviour is communication, and sometimes one conversation can change everything. You bring empathywarmth and a steady hand, staying solution focused even when things are tough. You’re driven by a commitment to doing the right thing, and you lead with the kind of compassion that helps young people feel safe and ready to move forward.

You’ll need:

  • qualification in mental health or working with children and young people (e.g. Youth Work, Psychology, Counselling)

  • At least 1 year’s relevant post qualification experience

  • Experience supporting children, young people and vulnerable groups

  • Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, consent and Gillick competency

  • Understanding of emotional wellbeingrisk taking behaviours and psychosocial interventions

  • Strong communication skills to engage with young people, families and professionals

  • Confidence working independently and managing a caseload

  • IT and organisational skills, including case management systems

  • Ability to analyse need and shape practical, tailored support

  • A flexible, solution focused approach and strong commitment to safeguarding

You’ll need to travel in the surrounding area and hold a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

Experience in advocacy, co production, evidence based practice or supervision will help you thrive but these aren’t dealbreakers.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to talk.