Young People Advisory Board

Frontline’s Young People Advisory Board puts young people’s voices at the centre of our work to make social work better in England.

The role

Time commitment

Serve on the board for two years with meetings every two months. Some meetings may include an overnight stay, while others will be day meetings.

Travel

Meetings will be held in various locations across England and we will pay for and arrange all necessary travel.

Participation

Influence Frontline’s social work training and contribute to how Frontline operates as a charity.

Additional opportunities

Get involved in other projects and initiatives within the charity such as:

Mentorship by a skilled Frontline employee
Taking part in focus groups with other organisations
Networking opportunities with Frontline’s sponsors and supporters

How to apply

1. Fill out the application form and answer these three questions
(up to 400 words)

Why do you want to be on the board?

What would you like to get from being on the board?

What qualities would you bring to the board?

Alternatively, you can submit a video (less than two minutes) answering these questions.

2. Provide a supporting statement
Ask your social worker or carer to provide a brief statement explaining:

Why you would be a great fit for the board.

The support they will provide while you’re on the board.

If you’re unable to provide this statement, no worries. Please provide a brief explanation about why you are unable to and we can discuss further during our chat.

3. We’ll get in touch

Once we receive your application, we’ll invite you for a chat. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Frontline's Young People Advisory Board (FYPAB) Application Form

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Data privacy statement

Your information is being collected for the purpose of assessing your application to the Frontline's Young People Advisory Board. Your answers will be treated confidentially.

Frontline’s privacy statement provides information on how we process your data.

Please tick to confirm you have read our data privacy policy

Yes

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Thank you for your interest in joining Frontline’s Young People Advisory Board (FYPAB)

Below are some questions to help us get to know you. If you are not sure about any of them or

would like any help, please contact Jorden.berkeley@thefrontline.org.uk for more information.

Your details

First name

Surname

Current address

Telephone/mobile number

Current education/Employment role

Parent, carer or guardian emergency details

Emergency contact name

Emergency contact address

Emergency contact telephone/mobile number

Emergency contact email

Social Worker details

Social Worker name

Local Authority

Contact number

Social Worker email

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We want to know more about you

You can answer the following questions in the boxes below, or if you prefer, you can make a short 2-minute video answering the questions! Your video can be sent to Jorden.berkeley@thefrontline.org.uk.

What of your background and experience would make you a good fit for FYPAB? (Tell us about your background, experiences, and the qualities that you will bring to the Board.)

300 words max

Why do you want to be a member of FYPAB? (Tell us about what you hope to achieve as a member of the FYPAB.)

300 words max

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What happens next?

The Frontline’s Young People Advisory Board Consultant and Frontline’s Chief Social Worker will review this application. We understand this application may contain sensitive information the information will be treated sensitively.

We will then get in touch to arrange a time to discuss this information via a telephone call or Microsoft Teams. We want to get to know you, so relax and be yourself!

After this discussion, we will email you with our offer and further information about FYPAB opportunities.

Contact Information

Young People Advisory Board

Why join our Young People Advisory Board?

Shape the future of social work

Gain behind the scenes experience

Receive one-to-one mentorship