Job Overview
To provide a safe welcoming fun environment for young people aged 11-19 accessing the Frome youth club, to design deliver and evaluate a range of informal learning opportunities.
Duties
- To provide a safe welcoming environment for young people young carers, staff, agencies and visitors.
- Deliver an effective service provision to all young people who access the project.
- Promote and develop relationships and work cooperatively with agencies, services and other professionals to enhance the services to young people.
- Promote the youth club and its activities to other agencies and the public.
- Deliver the youth club during opening times.
- The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties commensurate with this level of post.
- Promote the youth club to young people in the area to encourage participation.
- Help young people’s personal and social development through a range of formal and informal activities.
- Encourage young people to participate in the youth club sessions and be involved in the development of the youth club.
- Ensure young people are aware of the positive activities, opportunities and support available to them within the wider community.
- Will encourage membership of the Youth Steering Group.
- Assist the Youth Worker in Charge in the collection of subs and completion of nightly cash reconciliation sheets.
Experience
- Previous experience working with children or adolescents is essential.
- A background in special education or related fields is highly desirable.
- Strong mentoring skills with the ability to inspire and motivate young people.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with youth and their families.
- A genuine interest in youth work and a commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of young people.
Location: Glastonbury
Hours: 3hrs/week Mondays 6:30 - 9:30 (Term Time Only)
Contract: Fixed Term until 31st December 2027
If you are passionate about supporting youth development and have the necessary experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Youth Worker.
This role is part-time and offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of those you support while working within a rewarding environment that values compassion and professionalism.
YMCA is no longer able to offer sponsorship
Pay: £12.88 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Are you located within 1/2 hr travel to Glastonbury, Somerset?
- Do you have experience in Youth Work/Level 2 Youth Work Qualification?
Work Location: In person
