Assistant Youth Worker - Derry/Londonderry

Royal Mencap Society; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Derry/Londonderry seeks Assistant Youth Workers to support the HEROES+ project for young individuals with learning disabilities. You will assist in delivering activities and building relationships with participants. This role is vital for promoting inclusion and confidence among youth. The contract will last until December 2027.

Benefits

Transformative project involvement

Supportive team environment

Access to training and development

Qualifications

• Ability to assist and support with the delivery of programme sessions and activities.
• Experience in building trusting relationships with young people.
• Skills in encouraging participation and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support with the delivery of programme sessions and activities.
• Support young people one-to-one and in groups.
• Work closely with the youth work team.

Skills

Support young people

Build trusting relationships

Encourage participation

Job description

Job Advert

Do you believe in empowering young people and building inclusive communities? Are you ready to support a project that’s transforming lives?

Join Mencap NI Youth and help bring the HEROES+ project to life.

We’re recruiting Assistant Youth Workers to play a key role in delivering this innovative programme for young people with learning disabilities and additional needs.

HEROES+ is an exciting project for young people aged 14–24 with a learning disability/additional need that is designed to:

• Promote inclusion and peace building
• Empower young people to reach their full potential
• Build bridges and strengthen communities

As an Assistant Youth Worker, you will:

• Assist and support with the delivery of programme sessions and activities
• Support young people one-to-one and in groups
• Help build trusting relationships with participants
• Encourage participation, confidence and peer connections
• Work closely with the youth work team to ensure every young person has a positive empowering experience

Benefits of working with us:

• Be part of a transformative project
• Work in a fun, supportive team
• Make a difference in young people’s lives
• Access valuable training and development

Full information and how to apply can be found in the application pack and job description attached.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the role requirements set out in the job description for consideration.

At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap.

*The roles will be offered on a contract basis until December 2027.

About Mencap

Supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).