Merseyside Youth Association Ltd – LCRYCA Youth Participation Worker

LCVS (Liverpool Charity & Voluntary Services); Knowsley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

MYA is seeking a passionate Youth Participation Worker to support the Liverpool City Region Youth Combined Authority. The role involves facilitating youth voice sessions online weekly and at least three face-to-face meetings per year for a diverse group aged 13–18 (up to 25 for some groups).

The post is part-time (17 hours/week), fixed-term until 31 July 2027, with potential extension, reporting to the Line Manager and based in Knowsley.

Qualifications

• Qualified Youth Worker at Level 3 or above (or equivalent)
• Experience with participation and youth voice settings
• Experience facilitating inclusive youth voice sessions using structured models
• Knowledge of the Lundy Model of Participation

Responsibilities

• Facilitate youth voice sessions with diverse groups online and in person
• Support delivery of the Liverpool City Region Youth Combined Authority work
• Collaborate with line manager and partner organisations to plan activities
• Reflect on sessions and adapt activities to participant needs

Skills

Youth engagement

Facilitation

Lundy model knowledge

Education

Level 3 Youth Worker or equivalent

Job description

Deadline

Midnight on Wednesday 15 July 2026.

Posts available: 1.

Contract: Fixed Term Funded to 31 July 2027. With the Potential to be Extended for a Further 12 Months.

Term: Part Time.

Salary: £27,391 p.a. – £30,103 p.a. (Pro Rata) – MYA Grade 5 Pt. 17-20.

Hours per week: 17 Per Week (May Include Evening and Weekend Work).

Reporting to: Line Manager.

Location: Knowsley.

Employer Bio

MYA is a charity dedicated to providing innovative support and opportunities for young people across Merseyside. By placing children and young people at the centre of everything they do, they make every journey personal.

Their experienced team are committed to creating impact that spreads out into the community – opening eyes, minds and possibilities far and wide.

Job Overview

They are looking for a passionate and skilled Youth Participation Worker to support the delivery of the Liverpool City Region Youth Combined Authority (LCRYCA). The YCA is a diverse group of young people aged 13–18 years (up to 25 for some groups) who work together to influence decisions, shape policy, and represent the voices of young people across the region.

They are looking for a qualified Youth Worker at Level 3 or above (equivalent qualifications will be considered) who has rich experience working with young people in participation and youth voice settings. You will be confident in facilitating inclusive youth voice sessions, using the Lundy Model of Participation, with a diverse group of young people across various platforms.

Due to the nature of the YCA, sessions will mainly be held online on a weekly basis but will also include a minimum of 3 face to face meetings per year.

Contact Details: [e-mail].