Could you empower and enable children and their families to have a voice in the decisions being made about them?
Can you make a difference to the lives of children and their families who face daily barriers due to diverse needs?
An Independent Children and Families Advocate (Part-Time)
(24 hours per week, flexibility required as meetings may take place after school hours) Covering Staffordshire and surrounding areas
Salary - £16,008.00 unqualified - £18,013.00 qualified
We are looking for dynamic and resourceful individuals with a proven history of supporting vulnerable people, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and an ability to speak up in a variety of settings.
- The work can be both challenging and rewarding where no two days are the same.
- You must be able to clearly communicate with diverse groups of people and professionals.
- You will be expected to engage with children and families in a variety of settings i.e. care settings, schools and the community, and support them to have a voice in decisions being made about them.
- A knowledge of applicable legislation would be useful including the Children’s Act, Children and Social Work Act, Children Leaving Care Act, Care Act, Equality Act and Human Rights.
- You will be a key member of the ASIST team. ASIST offers great work/life balance opportunities and a chance to make a difference in the lives of those most vulnerable in society.
- Working from the office, care and community settings throughout Staffordshire and surrounding areas.
- Maintaining clear, concise and legible records and providing feedback and reports when required.
- Working within the legislative guidance for the provision of advocacy and within the guidelines of The Advocacy Charter.
- Carrying out the advocacy role to the standards of the advocacy Quality Performance Mark.
- Adhering to ASIST’s policies and procedures including Equality, Confidentiality, Data Protection and GDPR etc.
Please fully complete the application to be eligible for shortlisting.
Closing date on Thursday 13th August 2026, interviews will be held on Tuesday 25th August.
Application packs are available from: Email: [email protected] Tel: 0300 800 1000
For further details about ASIST please view our website at www.asist.co.uk For an informal chat about the position please contact Chloe Balasch or Becky Banks on 0300 800 1000.
Pay: £16,008.00-£18,013.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stafford ST16 3DP
