Assistant Youth Support Worker - Whitehead Youth Centre

Education Authority; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization in Northern Ireland is looking for a part-time Assistant Youth Support Worker to work directly with young people. The role involves planning and implementing educational programs, fostering relationships, and promoting participation. Ideal candidates will show commitment to youth welfare and have knowledge of child protection. This position offers a chance to make a positive impact on young people's lives.

Qualifications

• Evidence of a commitment to working with children and young people.
• Willingness to undertake job related training as and when required.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Child Protection.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing programmes related to youth participation.
• Communicate effectively with young people and develop rapport.
• Support young people in evaluating youth work activities.

Skills

Commitment to working with children and young people

Ability to develop effective relationships with young people

Awareness of issues affecting young people

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Assistant Youth Support Worker - Part Time

REPORTS TO: Nominated Officer

RESPONSIBLE FOR: Assisting with the unit programme and the implementation of Education Authority organisational policies.

JOB PURPOSE: To work directly with young people to develop their social education by providing programmes of activities. This post is for staff appointed to undertake duties under the direction of a Worker in Charge or nominated Youth Support Worker.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and implementation of programmes, related to the ‘Model for Effective Practice’.
• Ensure that young people play an active role in the youth group and work towards a model of youth participation.
• Communicate effectively and develop a rapport with young people.
• Assist in the development of relationships with the wider community and external agencies.
• Assist young people to express and realise their goals.
• Challenge oppressive behaviour in young people.
• Provide information and support to young people.
• Support young people in evaluating youth work activities and the impact of youth work on their development.
• Implement the unit’s Child Protection Policy and work with young people to safeguard their welfare and the welfare of others.
• Assist with administrative duties within the unit.

This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.

In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.

Personnel Specifications (Essential and Desirable Criteria)

Essential Criteria

• Evidence of a commitment to working with children and young people.
• Willingness to undertake job related training as and when required.

Additional Essential Criteria (Interview)

• An awareness of the issues affecting young people particularly in relation to their health and wellbeing.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Child Protection.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with young people.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working in a youth work setting.

Values Orientation

Evidence of how your experience and approach to work reflect EA’s ethos and values. You will find information about our Values here.

Disclosure of Criminal Background

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’. In the event that you are recommended for appointment to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you will be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.

Applicant Guidance Notes

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The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.