JLGB is looking for an enthusiastic and confident Session Worker to help deliver our Generation Resilience programme in Jewish Schools across East London, North London, Hertfordshire and Essex.
Generation Resilience gives young people fun, engaging opportunities to build confidence, resilience, life skills, identity and a stronger sense of belonging.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking for regular, meaningful part-time work that can fit alongside another job, freelance work, study or other commitments.
The role
You’ll deliver structured, interactive sessions with young people aged 8-16 during the school day.
JLGB will provide session plans, activities, resources, training and ongoing support. Your role is to bring the programme to life, engage the young people and create a positive environment where everyone can get involved.
Responsibilities include:
- Delivering fun and engaging Generation Resilience sessions
- Creating a positive, inclusive and safe environment
- Building good relationships with pupils and school staff
- Managing behaviour confidently and appropriately
- Recording attendance and completing simple session feedback
- Communicating with the JLGB team where needed
When and where?
Monday afternoons during school term time
Redbridge
There may also be opportunities to take on additional paid sessions at other times during the week.
Who are we looking for?
We’d particularly like to hear from people who:
- Enjoy working with young people
- Are confident leading activities or groups
- Are reliable, organised and enthusiastic
- Can communicate well with young people and adults
- Have experience through youth work, education, volunteering, camps, clubs, coaching or similar roles
- Are comfortable working independently
- Can reliably travel to schools in Essex
Experience working with children aged 8 to 15 is desirable but not essential.
What we offer
- Up to £50 per session
- Regular term-time work
- Opportunities for additional sessions
- Training and session resources provided
- Ongoing support from the JLGB team
- Reasonable agreed travel expenses
- The opportunity to make a real impact on young people
About JLGB
JLGB is a national Jewish youth organisation providing opportunities for young people to develop skills, confidence, friendships, leadership and a strong sense of identity and belonging.
Our Generation Resilience programme works directly with Jewish schools to give children practical, engaging experiences that support their personal development.
Apply
Send your CV and a short introduction outlining your experience and availability to [email protected].
Please include Monday Session Worker in the subject line.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.
JLGB welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
