Evening Street-Based Youth Worker - Create Real Impact

Nottingham City Council; Glenfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council’s Leicestershire Youth & Justice Service is seeking a street-based youth worker (6 hours per week) to support children aged 11+, delivering early intervention and safeguarding in community spaces across Leicestershire. The role is based from County Hall and requires evening/weekend work.

The post is permanent, with enhanced DBS, a valid driver’s licence, and access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Join a small team delivering street-based youth work for 6 hours per week in the community.
• Work 6pm onwards with occasional weekend work in community spaces.
• Based from County Hall and across Leicestershire in outreach settings.
• Ensure safeguarding and DBS requirements are met.
• Support youth work delivery outside normal office hours.

Education

Level 2 or equivalent qualifications in maths & English

Job description

Leicestershire County Council’s Leicestershire Youth & Justice Service is seeking a street-based youth worker (6 hours per week) to support children aged 11+, delivering early intervention and safeguarding in community spaces across Leicestershire. The role is based from County Hall and requires evening/weekend work.

The post is permanent, with enhanced DBS, a valid driver’s licence, and access to a vehicle.