Employability Advisor
LOCATION: Leigh Youth Huband Outreach
SALARY: Up to£26,500 per annum (pro rata)
BENEFITS:
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) pro rata. Plus additional leave for length of service.
- Birthdays off,
- Gym access,
- Training and CPD including first aid, safeguarding and health and safety,
- Career development opportunities,
- Employee assistance programme,
- Strong team culture,
- Workplace pension,
- Free eye tests,
- Discounted to £2 access to holiday club for staff.
First interviews: 14th August 2026
Second interviews: TBA
SPECIALISM: Employability/Life Skills/Community/Youth Work
CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed term – July 2026 - January 2027
HOURS: Full time 40 hours per week
- Tuesday - 10:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday- 10:00 – 19:00
- Thursday – 10:00 – 19:00
- Friday – 11:00 – 20:00
- Saturday – 10:00 – 15:00
Who we are looking for:
Wigan Youth Zone is excited to deliver a partnership programme with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) & Wigan Council, providing employability initiatives in the Borough of Leigh from Leigh Youth Hub. We are seeking a self-motivated and driven individual to support the development and growth of Wigan Youth Zone's Employability offer.
The post holder will support the delivery of the Pathway 2 Employment programme to support young people aged 18–25 who are not currently in education, employment or training (NEET), supporting them into positive and sustainable destinations though 1-1 and group workshops.
Knowledge and Understanding
- Knowledge of the issues affecting young people and an ability to work with challenging behaviour
- Understanding of the principles of working with children and young people
- Knowledge of health and safety, diversity awareness and safeguarding best practice and how these relate to children and young people
- Delivery of activities within an equality framework
Qualifications
- GCSE or equivalent Literacy and Numeracy – Essential
- A professional Youth Work or teaching qualification at Level 3 or above (or equivalent) - Essential
Special Requirements
- DBS clearance and committed to Safeguarding children
- Occasional weekend work to support the requirements of the role
- The ability and willingness to travel to meetings and events
In accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an enhanced DBS check and business satisfactory references.
Please note that in line with our Safeguarding Policy, you must be age 21 or over to work in our Senior Sessions and 19+ to work on our Junior Sessions and Holiday Clubs. All applicants must also be inactive as members for at least 12 months.
The job holder will be required to adhere to the Youth Zone’s policies at all times, with particular emphasis on Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding. Attendance at events and conferences will sometimes be required.
What is Wigan Youth Zone?
Wigan Youth Zone is a purpose built, state-of-the-art youth facility in Wigan town centre which opened in June 2013. It offers young people from across Wigan the opportunity to meet friends, have new experiences, learn new skills and access the support they need to develop and achieve their potential.
The Youth Zone is open to all young people across Wigan aged from 8 to 19 (up to 25 with additional needs), striving to offer something for everyone, regardless of their interests or abilities. With almost 15 dedicated areas to choose from including our four 40-metre floodlit football pitches, art room, music room and climbing wall – there’s something for everyone here at Wigan Youth Zone.
Our aim is simple, to provide the town’s young people with somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to.
What do you need to do next
Please complete our application form here and return to [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: Up to £26,500.00 per year
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Are you aged 21 or above?
Work Location: In person
