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Work with us.
We are on a mission to inspire young lives and change their futures through the support we give and the values we hold.
We want all children, families and young people to become who they aspire to be and to succeed in achieving their hopes and ambitions.
Do you share that ambition?
CANW has been supporting children and young people for 130 years since the founding of Blackburn Orphanage in 1886.
We are passionate about continuing to evolve and supporting the needs of children, young people, families and communities.
Do you share that passion?
Then think about joining us at CANW. Whether you’re at the beginning of your career, or have a wealth of experience, we want to hear from you. We spend over £5 million a year to make a difference for the children and young people we support. We work with over 10,000 children, young people and families every year across the North West of England.
Current opportunities
If you think you can help us make a difference and are interested in a challenging and rewarding role at CANW, then click on the links below to find out more about our current vacancies.
Wellbeing Practitioner: Children and Young People Trainees (12 months)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Child Action North West (CANW) as a Trainee Children and Young People’s Wellbeing Practitioner (CYWP). We are recruiting to a new cohort of training posts linked to the Postgraduate Diploma in Evidence‑Based Interventions, commencing September 2026 as part of the Children and Young People’s Psychological Therapies (CYP PT) Programme.
About the role
Trainee Wellbeing Practitioner: Children & Young People – Job Description
CYWP trainees deliver low intensity psychological interventions for children and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, and behavioural difficulties, including guided self help within community settings.
Training is delivered by the Psychological Therapies Training Centre (PTTC) in collaboration with Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH) and the University of Manchester.
• Trainees attend university two days per week
• The remaining three days are spent working within CANW services
• Posts are aligned to NHS Band 4 (or equivalent)
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants who:
• Have experience working with children and young people
• Hold a degree or can demonstrate academic equivalence
• Have the motivation and aptitude to undertake postgraduate level study
• Are passionate about improving the wellbeing of young people in our communities
Our Commitment to Inclusion:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, and therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Diversity strengthens our services and helps us better reflect the communities we support.
Interview Information:
Interviews will take place on 18 June 2026 at CANW Headquarters, Buckshaw Village, Chorley. The selection process will include:
• A structured interview
• A short role play exercise relevant to the CYWP role
Applicants should ensure they are available on this date before applying.
Due to anticipated high interest, we encourage early applications. This vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date if we receive a large number of submissions.
How to apply:
To apply, please email us a copy of your CV and covering letter for the role you wish to be considered for: recruitment@canw.org.uk
Please note that only applications submitted with both a CV and a covering letter will be considered.
Our offer to prospective employees:
- Salaries based on national pay scales with pay rises each year
- Pension scheme, Medical Insurance
- Minimum 25 days annual leave
- Flexible working patterns where possible
- Access to counselling, cycle to work scheme, training & development