Evening Street-Based Youth Worker

Leicestershire County Council; Glenfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire Youth & Justice Service, part of Leicestershire County Council, advertises a six-hour-per-week street-based youth work role. The post is based at County Hall, Glenfield, and aims to support children aged 11+ in communities across Leicestershire.

Working evenings (6pm onwards) with occasional weekends, the role requires driving and a DBS check. This is a permanent position with a pro rata salary for part-time work.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or equivalent qualifications in maths & English.
• Experience of working with children aged 11-19.
• Experience delivering creative interventions through informal education with children aged 11+.
• Knowledge of anti-social behaviour and safeguarding.
• Experience working in a team & developing positive relationships.
• Experience of voice and participation work with children and communities.
• Be dependable, punctual and proactive in youth work delivery.

Responsibilities

• Join a small team delivering six hours per week across two sessions.
• Work after 6pm with occasional weekend work in community spaces.
• Support children and keep them safe in line with the service's aims.

Skills

Experience with children 11-19

Creative interventions

Teamwork

Voice & participation work

Punctual & dependable

Driver's license

Education

Level 2 qualifications in maths & English

Job description

Leicestershire Youth & Justice Service, part of Leicestershire County Council, advertises a six-hour-per-week street-based youth work role. The post is based at County Hall, Glenfield, and aims to support children aged 11+ in communities across Leicestershire.

Working evenings (6pm onwards) with occasional weekends, the role requires driving and a DBS check. This is a permanent position with a pro rata salary for part-time work.