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Wear Together Worker

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
23/09/2026
Advert End Date:
18/10/2026 23:59
Salary:
£32046 - £34811 per annum
Hours per week:
37
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Vacancy ID:
302354
Employment Location:
Normal place of work will be at one of Together for Children’s Sunderland sites, to include a residential home.
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
18 Oct
Further Information
Wear Together Worker, Wear Together Team
Salary - Grade 5 (SCP 17-22) £32,046 - £348,11 per annum
Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week
Location -  Normal place of work will be at one of Together for Children’s Sunderland sites, to include a residential home.



Join our Team

Together for Children Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Sunderland. We are an outstanding Ofsted-rated Children’s service, if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children.

About the role

To work within an innovative service in Sunderland, “Wear Together,” which will work together with young people and their families to prevent them becoming cared for where there is a risk of family breakdown. The purpose of the service is to ensure young people can thrive in their family and reach their potential.
 
We are looking for a worker who is dynamic and enthusiastic and can engage and motivate young people and their families in making meaningful change in their lives.

The team work with adolescents who have multiple needs and may have experienced trauma, so workers will need a degree of resilience and perseverance in working with the young person.

You will provide on-the-ground support and drive change in helping young people and families find solutions, build sustainable and meaningful relationships, and reduce the risk of harm so they can stay safely in their families and community. 

You will be skilled in using evidence-based models including Signs of Safety and Restorative Practice. In addition, you will develop and maintain multi-agency networks.

The team work with young people in their family homes and in the community, however our aspiration is to embed this team within an Ofsted-registered ‘Hub’ where an expanded multi-agency team will work with young people, providing some short-term alternative care. 

Key Responsibilities:
  • To contribute to the overall delivery and continued development of the Wear Together project by supporting young people and their families with their needs.
  • To develop effective and nurturing relationships with young people, supporting their development through promotion of a healthy lifestyle and developing emotional resilience.
  • To support young people and their families to strengthen relationships.
  • To support young people to build on their strengths, increase life achievements and reduce risks.
  • To ensure the voice of the young person is heard and they are involved in planning.
  • To undertake assessments and produce plans to address challenging behaviour and promote change.
  • To deliver evidence-based interventions and to support and encourage young people in other targeted activities.
  • To support and intervene where young people are at risk of harm, including substance misuse and exploitation (e.g. County Lines).
  • To adopt Signs of Safety and Restorative Practice principles in work with young people and families.
  • To contribute to care planning meetings, statutory reviews and any other meetings concerning young people being worked with as appropriate.
  • To develop links and work collaboratively with a range of agencies and professionals involved with the young people and their families.
  • To ensure case recording is undertaken in a timely way and reflects all aspects of work with young people and progress made.
  • To deliver excellent customer service in all aspects of work.
  • To work as a member of the team in providing direct day-to-day care of young people and to undertake other supportive tasks and duties.
  • To respond to crisis situations for young people and their families, using appropriate problem solving and negotiation skills.
Other duties and responsibilities may be allocated which are appropriate to the grade of this post.

The post holder will be required to travel within the City as required to undertake the role

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will also carry out an online internet search for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people.

Due to recent changes in UKVI rules, this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the updated eligibility requirements effective 22 July 2025.

We want you to apply if you:
  • Hold or be prepared to work towards a relevant Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, Level 3 diploma or equivalent.
  • Current clean driving licence, access to a car with current MOT and business insurance or means of mobility support.

To discuss the post further, please contact Iain Kirkup, Strategic Service Manager - Residential and Care Experienced Services via Iain.Kirkup@togetherforchildren.org.uk


Why work with us?
  • Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community.
  • Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
  • Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
  • Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
  • Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
  • Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: for additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards ·
  • What our team think: About Us

We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead inclusion@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked-after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.

Are you ready to make a difference?
 
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