Evening Youth Worker: Flexible Hours & Community Impact

Together Housing Group; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Professional development training

Flexible working

Job summary

Newground Together is seeking a Sessional Youth Worker to support youth clubs and detached-based work in Blackburn. You will engage with young people aged 8–19 (up to 24 with additional needs) and provide guidance, information, and positive role modelling in a supportive environment.

You would join a dedicated youth team delivering programmes across the community, with a focus on developing social and life skills while promoting personal growth and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young people and making a positive impact.
• Excellent communication and rapport-building with youths and families.
• Able to work evenings 1–2 times a week and adapt to activities.
• Patient, understanding, and supportive in guiding young people.
• Good teamwork and willingness to learn and contribute.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a range of youth activities and programmes.
• Engage with young people in a positive, supportive, and engaging manner.
• Provide guidance, advice, and support to young people on relevant issues.
• Help develop and maintain positive relationships with young people and families.
• Support the youth team in organising trips, outings, and events.
• Contribute to evaluating and monitoring youth programs for impact.

Skills

Passion for youth work

Engaging communication

People skills

Patience

Team player

Job description

Newground Together is seeking a Sessional Youth Worker to support youth clubs and detached-based work in Blackburn. You will engage with young people aged 8–19 (up to 24 with additional needs) and provide guidance, information, and positive role modelling in a supportive environment.

You would join a dedicated youth team delivering programmes across the community, with a focus on developing social and life skills while promoting personal growth and inclusion.