Job Overview
- Job Duties: The role focus on the social, educational, and personal development of young people (e.g., mentoring, community guidance, crisis support).
- Designing developmental activities, providing crisis/stress support, and managing program budgets and volunteers
Skills
- Leading and motivating a team of youth workers.
- Planning and organising youth programmes and activities.
- Delegating responsibilities effectively.
- Managing budgets, resources, and facilities.
- Making informed decisions and solving problems.
- Building positive relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds.
- Listening actively and showing empathy.
- Communicating clearly with staff, parents, schools, and partner organisations.
- Handling difficult conversations and resolving conflicts
- Understanding child and adolescent development.
- Supporting young people's emotional, social, and personal growth.
- Encouraging participation, confidence, and independence.
- Promoting equality, diversity, and social inclusion
- Recognising signs of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
- Following safeguarding policies and reporting concerns appropriately.
- Promoting the physical and mental wellbeing of young people.
- Maintaining professional boundaries
- Designing engaging activities that meet young people's needs.
- Assessing risks and ensuring activities are safe.
- Monitoring attendance and evaluating programme outcomes.
- Managing time effectively and meeting deadlines.
- Working with schools, community groups, local authorities, and other agencies.
- Supporting and mentoring staff and volunteers.
- Building partnerships to improve opportunities for young people
- Personal Qualities
- Patience and resilience.
- Creativity and adaptability.
- Integrity and professionalism.
- Cultural awareness and respect for diversity.
- Confidence and a positive attitude.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- This role offers an opportunity to work in a rewarding environment where your skills can make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable youths. We value caring youth professionals committed to delivering exceptional support and needs to balance strong leadership with the ability to build trusting relationships with young people, ensuring programmes are safe, inclusive, and supportive while helping staff deliver high-quality service
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £38,000.00-£42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
