Youth Worker

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Youth Worker to join our Youth Involvement Team on a part-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people to build confidence, develop life skills and reach their potential. Working with young people aged 8–19 (or up to 25 for those with disabilities), you’ll deliver engaging youth work programmes across a range of settings, including community venues, centres and outreach activities. If you enjoy building positive relationships, creating opportunities for young people and making a difference within local communities, we’d love to hear from you. As a Youth Worker, you’ll support the planning and delivery of youth-led projects and informal learning opportunities that promote personal, social and educational development. You’ll work directly with young people, helping them develop resilience, independence and confidence, while supporting wider participation, leadership and employability opportunities. This role provides an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people across Wythenshawe. Through positive relationships, engaging activities and effective support, you’ll help young people develop the skills, confidence and aspirations they need to thrive.

Responsibilities

Planning and delivering youth work activities and projects across centre-based, community and outreach settings; Supporting young people to develop confidence, resilience, independence and leadership skills; Building positive relationships with young people and encouraging participation in programmes and activities; Providing guidance, support and signposting to opportunities including education, employment and training; Working collaboratively with colleagues, community organisations and other stakeholders to support young people effectively; Maintaining accurate records and contributing to the monitoring and evaluation of activities; Supporting the ongoing development and improvement of youth programmes and services; Promoting safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults is always prioritised.

Requirements

NVQ in Youth & Community Work or equivalent qualification; Experience working directly with young people in a youth work, community or educational setting; Understanding of the issues and challenges affecting young people; Experience planning and delivering activities that promote personal, social and educational development; Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people, colleagues and partners; Understanding of safeguarding and child protection legislation and practice; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; High levels of motivation, integrity and commitment to continuous learning and development; Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave, rising to 30 with length of service and subject to approval the option to buy and sell additional annual leave; Enhanced leave options for Maternity, Paternity, Adoption & Shared Parental Leave; Enhanced Pension scheme contributions; Health Care Plan gives you money back for dental, optical, therapy costs and more; Subsidised Healthy Living benefits i.e. gym membership or yoga classes; Subsidised Leisure Learning benefits i.e. finance towards driving lessons or learning a new language; Car Lease Scheme; Cycle to Work scheme; Volunteering days in the local community; Salary Sacrifice Pension option; Flexible Working; Real Living Wage; Westfield Health; Training and Development; Recognition and Reward; Volunteering within the local community