Senior Development Worker (Young Islanders Network)

Youth Scotland; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity in Scotland is seeking a passionate individual to lead the Young Islanders Network, empowering youth from island communities to share their experiences and influence decisions that affect their lives. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with young people, ensuring their voices are heard and their interests are prioritized in the National Islands Plan. If you have a strong background in youth engagement and experience living in island communities, this position is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young Scots.

Qualifications

• Skilled in engaging with young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience living and working on the Scottish islands.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Scotland’s Young Islanders Network.
• Facilitate opportunities for young people to influence decisions.

Skills

Engagement with young people

Experience on Scottish islands

Job description

• Hybrid/Remote: Home-based on the Scottish islands with occasional travel between islands and to the Youth Scotland head office in Edinburgh.
• Closing date: 29th May 2025
• Advertised from: 8th May 2025
• Hours: 35 hours/week. Initial contract until 31st March 2026, with possible extension subject to funding. Support for the YIN is expected to continue under the new National Islands Plan.
• Ref: YS/SDWYIN25

Role

Youth Scotland, Scotland’s national charity for community-based youth work, invites you to join our dynamic team.

We seek an experienced worker skilled in engaging young people, with experience of life on the Scottish islands, to lead the ongoing development of Scotland’s Young Islanders Network.

The Young Islanders Network offers young people in Scotland’s island communities opportunities to share experiences, have their voices heard, influence decisions affecting their lives, and ensure the National Islands Plan reflects their interests and priorities.

If you possess the skills and experience to facilitate this, we want to hear from you!

Application notes

The deadline for applications is Thursday, 29 May 2025 at 12 noon.

Interviews will be conducted via Zoom on Wednesday, 4 June 2025.

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