Creative Youth Worker – Arts, Dance & Digital Media

Torus Group; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

FireFit Youth & Community Hub in Liverpool is seeking an enthusiastic Youth Worker to support young people aged 8 to 18 through creative activities, safeguarding and positive relationships.

You\'ll plan and run a varied programme including dance, drama, art and digital content, working with the Lead Youth Workers to create a safe, inclusive environment where young people can express themselves and raise their aspirations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people aged 8 to 18.
• Ability to build positive relationships and motivate young people.
• Experience planning and delivering engaging activities.
• Ability to manage groups and handle challenging behaviour.
• Understanding development needs and safeguarding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to work towards First Aid at Work.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a varied programme of engaging creative activities for young people.
• Use creative arts and digital media to build young people’s confidence, skills and aspirations.
• Build positive relationships with young people through group activities and one-to-one support.
• Create session plans, organise equipment and identify opportunities for new activities.
• Encourage young people to get involved, try new experiences and engage positively with others.
• Involve young people in the design, delivery and evaluation of activities and programmes.
• Support youth voice activities and ensure young people have opportunities to share their ideas and feedback.
• Confidently manage groups, promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
• Monitor activities, maintain accurate records and complete incident, accident and safeguarding reports where required.
• Support the wider FireFit offer, including Creative and Chill zones.
• Promote the FireFit youth offer and help encourage membership, attendance and engagement.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and equality procedures at all times.

Skills

Relationship building

Group work management

Session planning

Communication skills

Motivational support

Initiative & teamwork

Education

Level 2 Youth Work qualification (advantageous)

Job description

FireFit Youth & Community Hub in Liverpool is seeking an enthusiastic Youth Worker to support young people aged 8 to 18 through creative activities, safeguarding and positive relationships.

You\'ll plan and run a varied programme including dance, drama, art and digital content, working with the Lead Youth Workers to create a safe, inclusive environment where young people can express themselves and raise their aspirations.