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Job summary
Are you looking for a new opportunity working with young people in the Youth Justice Service.
Are you someone who can work as part of team but also independently.
Do you want to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and work alongside various external agencies
Are you looking for a rewarding job that supports young people in the youth justice system and their families/ carers.
The Durham and Darlington Liaison and Diversion service are recruiting a Health and Well-being Worker to work alongside the Darlington Youth Justice Service. Liaison and diversion provides a work environment that is rewarding and provides ongoing support and development. You would be working with young people up to the age of 17 years who are within the youth justice service to improve their lives. This will include young people involved in anti-social behaviour, mental ill health, learning disabilities or substance misuse to aid recovery and well-being. You will be working with partner agencies Spectrum and Waythrough and with Darlington Youth Justice.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Main duties of the job
The post holder will offer advice and health promotion to service users and their families as well as delivering interventions to support recovery. They will also participate in co-operative and collaborative working between clients, health and social care staff, the criminal justice system and voluntary organisations and provide basic advice to ensure the best outcomes for service users. The role will involve participating with service users in the community and facilitating their engagement with other services.
This post is not open to trainees therefore the successful candidates must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
About us
We have 2 health and wellbeing workers based in Darlington and Durham Youth Justice Teams. You will work alongside the Durham & Darlington Liaison and Diversion Team.
The post holder will be supported by professionals in partnership teams.
Details
Date posted
01 May 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-FMH-026-26-A
Job locations
Darlington Youth Justice Service
Darlington
DL1 5QT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for details about the post and role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for details about the post and role
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent.
- Care Certificate
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2
- Successful completion of Trust’s full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
Knowledge
Essential
- Criminal Justice System (within agreed timescale)
- Risk assessment and management (within agreed timescale)
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent.
- Care Certificate
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2
- Successful completion of Trust’s full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
Knowledge
Essential
- Criminal Justice System (within agreed timescale)
- Risk assessment and management (within agreed timescale)
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Youth Justice Service
Darlington
DL1 5QT
Employer’s website
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Youth Justice Service
Darlington
DL1 5QT
Employer’s website
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)