Project Worker

The Smartlist; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in Lancaster is seeking a Project Worker to help vulnerable young people aged 14-25 transition into adulthood. You will engage those not in education, employment, or training (NEET) through tailored interventions. A Level 3 qualification in Youth Work or relevant qualification and GCSEs in Maths and English are required. Benefits include generous leave, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Opportunities for continuing professional development

Good staff support services

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Youth Work or relevant qualification.
• GCSEs or equivalent Level 2 in Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable young people aged 14-25 in transitioning into adulthood.
• Deliver tailored interventions to empower reengagement with learning.
• Raise awareness of career opportunities in the nuclear industry.

Skills

Youth Work Level 3

GCSEs in Maths

GCSEs in English

Education

Level 3 qualification in Youth Work

Job description

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Funded by The Nuclear Industry Benevolent Fund

Lancaster and Morecambe College is seeking a passionate and committed Project Worker to support vulnerable young people aged 1425 in making positive transitions into adulthood. Funded by the Nuclear Industry Benevolent Fund, this exciting new role focuses on engaging young people who are not currently in education, employment, or training (NEET). You will work directly with individuals to deliver tailored interventions that empower them to reengage with learning and access meaningful employment.

The nuclear industry has played a major role in our local economy since the construction of Heysham 1 began in 1970. However, many young people remain unaware of the wide range of career opportunities available within the sector, both locally and nationally. With increasing numbers of young people in the Lancaster district classed as NEET or at risk of becoming NEET, this project provides a vital platform to raise aspirations and awareness of training and career pathways in the industry.

You should have a Level 3 qualification in Youth Work, or another relevant qualification and hold GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2) in Maths and English.

Benefits include:

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution 17.2%)
• Generous leave entitlement (28 days, plus Bank Holidays and College Closure Days)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Opportunities for continuing professional development
• Good staff support services

Lancaster and Morecambe College are a thriving FE College and justifiably proud of the strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, we are proud to be our community’s provider of technical, professional and creative education.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Closing date: Monday, 18th August 2025

Interviews to be held on Wednesday, 27th August 2025

Our reference: SE3976

Vacancy: Project Worker

Location: Lancaster

Salary: £27,805 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Temporary to 30th April 2026

National World / Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Lancaster and Morecambe College.