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Youth Worker - (Part- time) - 17.5 hours a week

Newground Together

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£30,476 a year
Where
Blackburn, England, United Kingdom
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We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Youth Worker to join our dedicated team on a part-time, permanent basis. In this role, you will support the delivery of youth-focused projects and initiatives aimed at engaging young people, promoting their development, and encouraging positive outcomes. You will work as part of a team to deliver youth programmes, build positive relationships with young people, and help create safe, inclusive, and inspiring environments for those aged 8–18 years. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people within our communities, and will be part of an exciting period of growth as we launch a new youth hub, with this role forming part of the new team helping to shape and develop this provision.

Newground Together is a registered Charity and a part of the Together Housing Group, a social landlord with over 38,000 properties across the north of England. Newground Together aims to empower people to create sustainable communities that are connected, resilient, healthy, and prosperous. Newground Together is committed to supporting people into jobs and training opportunities, connecting with young people and families, creating memorable outdoor experiences and providing health and wellbeing activities.

Diversity & Inclusion: As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - Equality and diversity - Together Housing Group

Please note that this role is a part-time, permanent position consisting of 17.5 hours per week.

Requirements

Outline of key responsibilities...

  • Plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive youth work sessions that support young people’s personal, social and educational development.
  • Build positive relationships and encourage young people to shape activities, lead sessions and influence decisions.
  • Support young people to overcome barriers and access appropriate wellbeing, education, employment and other support services.
  • Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, following relevant policies and procedures.
  • Support volunteers through induction, guidance and ongoing engagement.
  • Work with colleagues, community groups and partner organisations to improve opportunities and outcomes for young people.
  • Maintain accurate records, monitor outcomes and contribute to targets, reporting and evaluation.
  • Help ensure activities and venues are safe, including completing risk assessments and reporting hazards.
  • Manage resources responsibly and contribute to the effective day-to-day running of youth provision.

We’re looking for someone who has...

  • Experience working directly with young people aged 8–25 and supporting their development and participation.
  • A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with the ability to build trust with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Strong communication, relationship-building and organisational skills.
  • An understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and safe working practices.
  • Confidence using Microsoft 365 and digital systems to maintain records and monitor outcomes.
  • The ability to manage priorities, work collaboratively and respond positively to changing needs.
  • A Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, in Youth Work or a relevant area. If you don’t hold this, you must have relevant experience and be committed to working towards a Level 3 Youth Work qualification within an agreed timeframe.
  • A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use during working hours.
  • Flexibility and reliability to work evenings and weekends as required.
  • Experience of working to targets, managing a caseload, using management information systems and working with local support services would be an advantage.

Benefits

In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Youth Worker ole:

  • Salary: £30,476 per annum pro rata (£14,414.32 per annum based on 17.5 hours per week).
  • 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 over 5 years’ service) + bank holidays (pro-rata)
  • Location: Based at Shadsworth Youth Hub BB1 2RH, with potential to work at Whitebirk BB1 depending on business needs. The role reports to the Senior Youth Worker, who is based at Shadsworth.
  • Working hours: 17.5 hours per week: Hours are spread across the week and include a minimum of two evenings per week. These are currently Thursday and Friday, but may change in line with business needs.
  • Wide range of professional, and personal development training opportunities
  • Attractive pension scheme
  • A range of financial, health and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice
  • We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability. · To view the full range of our benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link

THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay!

Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.

Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.

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