Young People's Services Coordinator

£32,000 - £45,000 · Career outcome for graduates of the Level 5 Health and Social Care Management Diploma Online (120 Credits)

As a Young People's Services Coordinator, you bridge the gap between vulnerable youth and essential support networks. Your day involves liaising with social workers, educators, and health professionals to design holistic care plans. You ensure that services are accessible, compliant with safeguarding protocols, and tailored to individual needs.

• Conducting risk assessments and care reviews
• Managing budgets for youth outreach programmes
• Training staff on best practices in youth engagement

This role demands strong organisational skills and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks. The Level 5 Health and Social Care Management Diploma Online (120 Credits) provides the strategic management knowledge required to lead these complex services effectively. It covers leadership, governance, and quality improvement, aligning directly with the coordinator's responsibilities.

Progression often leads to senior management roles such as Service Manager or Director of Youth Services. With the right qualifications, you can influence policy and improve outcomes for young people across the sector.

Entry route

Typically requires a Level 4 or 5 qualification in health and social care or youth work, plus experience in community support or care coordination.

How the Level 5 Health and Social Care Management Diploma Online (120 Credits) maps to this role

The Level 5 Health and Social Care Management Diploma Online (120 Credits) is a UK-regulated qualification at RQF Level 5, awarded by OTHM. For someone targeting Young People's Services Coordinator roles, it provides the formal recognition employers expect plus the applied skills the role demands — delivered 100% online while you continue working.

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