Assistant Youth Support Worker | Early Help Service |South Ribble

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Flexible working

32 days annual leave

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking an Assistant Youth Support Worker to help deliver youth provision across Lancashire, working with young people to build confidence, resilience and positive life choices. You will engage with diverse groups, support programmes, and uphold safeguarding standards.

The role requires a commitment to inclusion, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Pro‑rata salaries apply depending on qualification level and hours.

Qualifications

• NVQ/RVQ Level 2 or JNC-recognised Youth & Community Work qualification (or willingness to work towards this).
• Ability to engage and build rapport with young people in diverse settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, flexibility and resilience.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering youth provision and targeted projects across Lancashire.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with young people and provide guidance on issues affecting their lives.
• Support activities that promote personal and social development, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Help maintain safe environments and uphold safeguarding standards.
• Work flexibly, including evenings and occasional weekends, to meet the needs of young people.

Skills

Engagement with youth

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience & resilience

Equality & safeguarding

Education

NVQ/RVQ Level 2 or JNC-recognised Youth & Community Work (or willingness to work towards)

Job description

Assistant Youth Support Worker

Job Description

Early Help – Education and Children's Services

Location: South Ribble

Salary: £24,121 - £26,341 (pro-rata) Qualified | £23,496 - £23,825 (pro-rata) Unqualified

Grade: JNC 7-10 (Qualified) | JNC 5-6 (Unqualified) - NVQ/RVQ 2 minimum - Locally recognised JNC Qualification in Youth and Community Work (If you hold this qualification, you must complete it within a set time and will start on the trainee scale)

About Us

Lancashire County Council is committed to making Lancashire the best place to live, work, visit, and prosper. Our Early Help Service plays a vital role in supporting children, young people, and families to achieve their full potential. We deliver high-quality informal education, prevention, and early intervention opportunities that help young people make informed decisions, build resilience, and successfully transition to adulthood.

About You

Passion for Youth Work – You care deeply about improving life chances for young people. You'll help create safe spaces where they can develop their identity, build confidence, and feel valued.

Engagement – You'll work alongside Youth Workers to deliver exciting programmes and projects that tackle real issues such as health, lifestyle, relationships, and community engagement.

Role Model – You'll demonstrate positive behaviours, patience, and resilience, inspiring young people to make positive choices and thrive.

What You'll Do

• Assist in delivering youth provision and targeted projects across Lancashire.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with young people and provide guidance on issues affecting their lives.
• Support activities that promote personal and social development, inclusion, and wellbeing.
• Help maintain safe environments and uphold safeguarding standards.
• Work flexibly, including evenings and occasional weekends, to meet the needs of young people.

Essential Skills & Experience

• NVQ/RVQ Level 2 or JNC-recognised Youth and Community Work qualification (or willingness to work towards this).
• Ability to engage and build rapport with young people in diverse settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and resilience.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.

For further information please contact: [e-mail]

Why Join Us

Inclusivity – We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including under-represented groups.

Benefits – Generous local government pension, flexible working, up to 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to discounts through our benefits platform.

Development – We'll support you with training, qualifications, and opportunities to grow your career in youth work.

Application Process

Once we receive your application, shortlisted candidates will be invited to a brief phone call. This will help us learn more about your experience and suitability for the role and will determine whether you are invited to interview.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.