Who are we:  

Since 1988, Everton in the Community has become a dynamic force for good, harnessing the unifying power of football to drive social change and addressing societal challenges across Liverpool City Region. Supported by a team of over 130 full-time staff and over 200 volunteers, the independently governed and independently financed charity offers an extensive array of more than 60 programmes and initiatives that tackle a diverse range of social issues including health, employability, anti-social behaviour, crime, exploitation, education, dementia, and disability. 

Everton in the Community stands firmly beside the most at-risk and most in need members of its local communities, but the needs of the city are ever-growing and ever-evolving and the official charity of Everton Football Club is committed to helping as many people as possible.

About the opportunity: We have an opportunity for a Targeted Support Worker to join our Children and Youth Services team.

Our programmes offer intensive help and positive interventions for individuals dealing with serious issues such as homelessness, criminal involvement, educational struggles, mental and physical health challenges, and family
difficulties.

As Targeted Support Worker you will inspire and empower young people between the ages of 10 – 19 to pursue positive change, live healthier lives and transition and contribute towards creating ‘stronger communities and brighter futures. 

You will be responsible for implementing and delivering our Safe Hands program which supports young people between the ages of 10-19 who are neurodiverse, non-school attenders and struggle with their mental health. The Targeted Support Worker will work closely with the Targeted Support Co-ordinator to ensure the programs align with the goals and objectives of EITC’s five-year strategy - Trinity Project. 

Other key responsibilities will include:  

Delivering both 1-1 personalised mentoring support, and small targeted group work, raising awareness of various topics.

Delivering sessions that support the achievement of both formal and informal qualifications

To work with internal and external partners in supporting our participants into ETE and/or other support pathways following their time on programme, including referring and sign posting family members and young people into the
diverse range of programmes at EITC

Engaging in training opportunities to maintain and improve skills relevant to supporting participants

Supporting participants in planning next steps, including education, employment, or training pathways

Implementing strategies to manage challenging behaviour in a positive and proactive way

Supporting participants in developing coping mechanisms, resilience, and social skills

Safeguarding   

To understand the Club’s Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines.

To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to an Anti-bullying environment

Monitor potential safeguarding risks and work with the Safeguarding Officer of EITC, and the Head of Safeguarding for Everton Football Club to promote good practice throughout the programme

Who we are looking for: We are looking for an individual who has a genuine interest in the support and development of vulnerable/neurodiverse/SEND young people.

Our ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following skills, knowledge and experience:    

VRQ/NVQ Level 2 in Youth Work or other relevant qualification/experience in youth or community work (or willing to work towards the qualification)

Relevant Mentoring qualifications

IT literate to a good level and competent

Certificate/Training in Safeguarding

Experience of Managing a caseload of young people aged 10-19 years

Experience of 1-to-1 support work with young people; to include assessment, intervention planning and deliver of action plans

Experience of delivering workshops and targeted interventions

This position will be offered on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract, with the role being based across our Everton in the Community campus, Schools and other locations deemed suitable by the Children and Youth Support Manager.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 13th November 2025 however, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a substantial amount of applications   

Everton Family Safer Recruitment Practices   

The Everton Family is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.   

As a requirement of our safer recruitment practices, this role will require an Enhanced DBS check or evidence that you are subscribed to the DBS Update Service information of which can be found here    

This role is subject to both evidence and verification of relevant qualifications including proof of eligibility to work in the UK which will be discussed with you if your application is successful.    

 Equity & Inclusion     

Everton Football Club is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, and underrepresented communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long-term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application/interview/onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email - careers@evertonfc.com         

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the Football Association’s, Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.    