Evening Youth Support Worker – Empower & Guide

Education Authority

Derry/Londonderry

On-site

GBP 15,000 - 22,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Education Authority in Derry/Londonderry invites applications for an Assistant Youth Support Worker (Part-Time) to help run evening programmes at Sunlea Youth Centre. Posts are across multiple evenings, with shifts from 6pm to 9pm and specific 3-hour and 6-hour slots.

You will work directly with young people to support programme delivery, promote participation, and uphold child protection policies. The role requires commitment to youth work, wellbeing knowledge, and strong relationship-building

Qualifications

Commitment to working with children and young people.
Willingness to undertake job related training as required.
Demonstrable knowledge of health and wellbeing issues affecting young people.
Demonstrable knowledge of Child Protection.
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with young people.
Evidence of how experience and approach reflect EA's ethos and values.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and implementing programmes for youth work.
Encourage active youth participation and involvement in decision-making.
Communicate effectively to build rapport with young people.
Support building relationships with the wider community and external agencies.
Help young people express and realise their goals.
Challenge oppressive behaviour and safeguard young people as per Child Protection policy.
Assist with administrative duties within the unit.