Are you motivated and passionate about making a difference? If you’re fun, full of energy, and know how to stay calm under pressure then this role might be just what you’re looking for!
About the role
Whether you’re supporting a young person through their first workout, showing someone how to use equipment safely, or helping them build confidence and strength, your talents could open a world of possibilities for young people.
Got a gym qualification? Maybe you already deliver fitness sessions or know how to inspire others to lead an active, healthy lifestyle. If you’ve got the heart to lead and the spark to connect, we want you on our team. This is your chance to turn what you love into something that helps young people grow, develop and experience exciting opportunities.
We are specifically looking for Youth Workers who are qualified to deliver in our specialist Gym area, and you must hold a Level 2 Gym Instructor qualification or higher.
Key responsibilities include:
- Be part of an inclusive, engaging, and up-to-date youth work team that delivers a programme of activities that are safe, inclusive and meet the needs of young people bringing fresh ideas and skills to the current offer.
- To motivate, encourage and support young people to try activities and participate fully in sessions.
- Ensure the Youth Zone is a safe, welcoming place for young people, maintaining high standards of behaviour.
- You will support with the delivery of a dynamic programme of activities within the Youth Zone’s Gym (including SEND), ensuring young people enjoy a diverse, high-quality range of activities that inspire growth and development.
- As part of the delivery team, ensure the Youth Zone meets key performance indicators (KPIs) including attendance targets and outcomes for funded projects.
You will have experience of:
- Some experience working with young people in a supportive or developmental role. While direct experience with SEND isn’t required, a willingness to support young people with additional needs is welcomed.
- Understanding the principles of working with children and young people.
- Awareness of basic safeguarding and H&S principles, ensuring the safety and well-being of all young people. Training will be provided in all related referral processes.
- If you have any experience supporting positive behaviour or helping manage conflict between young people this would be advantageous, however it’s not essential as training will be provided.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
As an equal opportunities’ employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:
9am, Friday 19th June 2026
FIRST STAGE INTERVIEW:
Wednesday 24th June 2026
SECOND STAGE INTERVIEW:
Friday 26th June 2026
To apply, please email a CV specifying ‘Youth Worker – Gym’ in the subject line, to [email protected]
We look forward to receiving your application.
Pay: From £13.10 per hour
Work Location: In person
