Schools Youth Link Worker

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Schools Youth Link Worker to lead a transformative youth work project in secondary schools. This full-time role focuses on connecting young people with vital community services, enhancing their wellbeing, and fostering positive relationships. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in identifying gaps in support and tailoring provisions to meet the needs of students. If you are passionate about youth development and making a meaningful impact in the community, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of young individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work and community engagement.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide link worker support in schools to help young people access services.
• Deliver support to improve wellbeing and career skills.

Skills

Youth Work

Community Engagement

Relationship Building

Career Guidance

Job description

Job Description

• For Children and Young People (4YP) – Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 2QX
• Schools Youth Link Worker
• £25,224 per annum
• 37 hours per week
• Full Time
• Permanent
• Reference: 0187
• Required as soon as possible
  
  
  

4YP are seeking to appoint a full time Schools Youth Link Worker.

Job Purpose

To lead the development and delivery of a three-year secondary school youth work pilot project. To be based primarily at Holbrook Academy IP9 2QX.

Your responsibilities:

• To provide a link worker provision in schools to maximise the number of young people accessing the community services and the support they need
• To deliver help and support to young people to make connections with their communities, improve their wellbeing, to build positive and reliable relationships and to learn career and life skills for achieving their goals
• To identify any themes and gaps in provision, listening to the needs and wants of young people, and using this to inform our provision of support based in school.
  
  
  

For more information

Please read the full Job Description and Person Specification (docx) before applying.

For an informal conversation about this role, please call 01473 252607 or email [e-mail] to arrange a time to speak with John Weller or Simon Doling.

How To Apply

To apply, please download and complete an Application Form (docx) and upload your completed form by visiting our job application portal (hr.breathehr.com/recruitment) .

Closing date: 11.59pm, 18 May 2025

Interview date: Week commencing, 26 May 2025

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