Casework Manager

Casework Manager

Young Roots

Brent, Greater London (Hybrid)

FTE of £41,217 (pro rata salary - £35,329)

Part time 30 hours per week

Temporary fixed term contract of 9 months

Interview dates: Interviews will take place on 01/04/2025. Those who are successful in this round will be invited to attend a second interview stage with a youth panel on 02/04/2025 at one of our youth activity spaces between 5 and 8pm.

Job description

The Young Roots Casework Service aims to improve the life chances of young refugees and asylum seekers and to support them to reach their potential by accessing their rights and entitlements.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Manager to head up the casework team in Brent. It will be a chance to provide advice and guidance, safeguarding oversight, line management and supervise other caseworkers in the team.

The role will support the oversight and delivery of our weekly Advice and Support Hub in Brent (Wednesday from 5pm to 8pm). The role will suit a dynamic, supportive, and enthusiastic manager with a deep understanding of the challenges young refugees and asylum seekers face in London.

Application Instructions

To Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV alongside a personal statement by the closing date outlining how you would be a great fit for the role.
Your personal statement should be no more than 800 words, answering the following questions:
1. What is your motivation for working with Young Roots?
2. What is your motivation for applying for this role specifically?
3. What skills and experience would you bring that will enable you to be successful in this role? Please ensure you refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and provide examples to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria.

You may submit your personal statement in writing, or via video.