Children and Young People Engagement Worker

JobStart Scheme; Antrim; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Antrim is seeking to recruit an individual to support activities for children, young people, and families. The role involves planning and delivering family activities while maintaining positive relationships and fostering inclusion. The ideal candidate will have experience in community settings and demonstrate good communication and teamwork skills. This temporary position offers flexible working hours up to 25 hours per week, with competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth or community settings required.
• Friendly, patient, and approachable manner essential.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of youth and family activities.
• Build positive relationships with young people and families.
• Encourage participation and inclusion.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Commitment to equality and inclusion

Experience in youth settings

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: ALL ABOUT US - ASD TEENSAt All About Us, we believe in creating a welcoming, caring and inclusive community where everyone feels valued. This role is part of that mission, and we look forward to supporting your growth as part of our team. The successful participant will support the activities and engagement opportunities for children, young people and families aged 0-24.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of youth and family activities.
• Build positive relationships with young people and families.
• Encourage participation and inclusion.
• Support session setup and supervision.
• Record attendance and participation outcomes.
• Work within safeguarding and organisational policies.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to work well with children, young people and families.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to equality and inclusion.
• Experience in youth or community settings.
• Friendly, patient and approachable manner.

Further Information

The Employer is: ALL ABOUT US - ASD TEENSJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1743836 Job Sector Childcare and Social Work Area Co Antrim Location Antrim Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 05/11/2025 Closing date 16/12/2025 Worktime To be confirmed with employer

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 06 Nov 2025

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025