Exploitation Practitioner
Job description
Permanent with funding until March 2028
21 hours per week
Salary: £29,000 per annum/ £17,400 pro rata
Location: Haylofts, Newcastle. With travel across North East
Benefits include but not limited to:
-36 days' annual leave, inclusive of flexible bank holidays, increasing with length of service
-Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
-We match up to 8% pension
-Free counselling service
-Opportunities to develop and widen your skills
-2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation
About us:The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need.
Our Youth Impact domain creates impact for children and young people. With highly skilled and experienced staff working across England and Wales, we provide direct support to children, young people, parents and carers, as well as conduct research and influence Government to make changes. We also provide training for professionals. Our value driven team change the lives of children in this country for the better — and with your help and expertise, tomorrow we can support even more.
About the role:You'll play a key part in our SCARPA - Safeguarding Children at Risk, Prevention and Action service delivering 1:1, group work, and training and awareness raising, to support to children experiencing or at risk of experiencing Child Criminal Exploitaiton or Child Sexual Exploitation.
We're looking for a dedicated, empathetic and skilled Exploitation Practitioner with the ability to meet our young people where they are, making a real impact in the lives of children and young people.
Key skills and experience:
The required skills and competencies for this role are:
-Knowledge and experience of methods in building positive relationships with children and young people
-Awareness of risk factors and indicators of Exploitation and the associated risks that young people are exposed to
-Clear understanding of children's rights and a commitment to promoting those rights
-Knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection systems. Including identify safeguarding concerns, taking appropriate action to ensure the child/young person and/or vulnerable adult is protected, complete detailed safeguarding referrals, and contribute to a safe practice environment, including the supervision of others.
It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies:
-Experience of supporting people who are dealing with complex and sensitive issues.
-Experience of advice or advocacy work with vulnerable people.
-Experience of working within a team
-Substantial relevant experience in working with children and young people at risk, from diverse backgrounds
-One to one working and group working skills
-IT Skills
-Ability to record interventions delivered in an effective, concise professional manner
Closing date: Midnight on 23rd October 2026Interviews: To be confirmed
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 5 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.
In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details.
AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.
IN1
21 hours per week
Salary: £29,000 per annum/ £17,400 pro rata
Location: Haylofts, Newcastle. With travel across North East
Benefits include but not limited to:
-36 days' annual leave, inclusive of flexible bank holidays, increasing with length of service
-Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
-We match up to 8% pension
-Free counselling service
-Opportunities to develop and widen your skills
-2 days of paid volunteering time per annum to support another part of the organisation
About us:The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need.
Our Youth Impact domain creates impact for children and young people. With highly skilled and experienced staff working across England and Wales, we provide direct support to children, young people, parents and carers, as well as conduct research and influence Government to make changes. We also provide training for professionals. Our value driven team change the lives of children in this country for the better — and with your help and expertise, tomorrow we can support even more.
About the role:You'll play a key part in our SCARPA - Safeguarding Children at Risk, Prevention and Action service delivering 1:1, group work, and training and awareness raising, to support to children experiencing or at risk of experiencing Child Criminal Exploitaiton or Child Sexual Exploitation.
We're looking for a dedicated, empathetic and skilled Exploitation Practitioner with the ability to meet our young people where they are, making a real impact in the lives of children and young people.
Key skills and experience:
The required skills and competencies for this role are:
-Knowledge and experience of methods in building positive relationships with children and young people
-Awareness of risk factors and indicators of Exploitation and the associated risks that young people are exposed to
-Clear understanding of children's rights and a commitment to promoting those rights
-Knowledge of safeguarding children and child protection systems. Including identify safeguarding concerns, taking appropriate action to ensure the child/young person and/or vulnerable adult is protected, complete detailed safeguarding referrals, and contribute to a safe practice environment, including the supervision of others.
It would also be an advantage if you have any of the following skills and competencies:
-Experience of supporting people who are dealing with complex and sensitive issues.
-Experience of advice or advocacy work with vulnerable people.
-Experience of working within a team
-Substantial relevant experience in working with children and young people at risk, from diverse backgrounds
-One to one working and group working skills
-IT Skills
-Ability to record interventions delivered in an effective, concise professional manner
Closing date: Midnight on 23rd October 2026Interviews: To be confirmed
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protection of the children and young people we work with. As such, our safer recruitment process includes a Basic or Enhanced DBS check, 5 years of references, and additional vetting checks relevant to the role. We have a comprehensive range of policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices across all areas of our organisation.
In support of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, shortlisting is carried out on an anonymised basis. Personal details are hidden from the shortlisting panel, and candidates are referenced by a candidate number only. As part of this process, we ask that your CV is anonymised before submission - this means removing personal information such as your name, contact details, age, and any other identifying details.
AI tools can support your application but only when used appropriately. You're welcome to use them to improve clarity, structure, and research. However, overuse or misuse (e.g. inventing experience or using AI during assessments) may lead to rejection at any stage. We want to hear the real you - authenticity matters.
IN1
Organisation
Registered Charity 
501 - 1000
Posted on: 09 October 2026
Closing date: 24 October 2026 at 00:00
Tags: Counselling
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