Senior Youth Worker, Bellingham

Lewisham Youth Service; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Flexible working and family friendly

Season ticket and bicycle loans

Staff discounts

Job summary

Lewisham Youth Service in London is seeking a Senior Youth Worker to lead community-based youth services for young people aged 8–21, up to 25 with SEND, across one or two youth centres. You will supervise a team and develop creative educational programmes that empower young people.

Working with families, schools and partners, you’ll promote positive outcomes and inclusive, child-centred support. The role offers excellent training, a supportive network and flexible, hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work, mentoring, or community development.
• Strong track record of delivering engaging programmes.
• Ability to motivate teams and create inclusive spaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage youth services for age 8–21 (up to 25 with SEND).
• Supervise a team and run one or two Youth Centres delivering creative, educational programmes.

Skills

Youth work

Mentoring

Community development

Leadership

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

• Locations 185 Brookehowse Road, London, SE6 3TT, GB 111 Wells Park Road, London, SE26 6AD, GB 1 Catford Road, London, SE6 4RU, GB


• Job Schedule Part time

Job Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

What is the role?

Are you a passionate, creative leader who believes in the power of young people to shape their own futures?

We’re looking for a Senior Youth Worker to take the lead in delivering dynamic, community-based youth services for young people aged 8–21 up to 25 including those with special educational and learning needs.

Do you have experience in leading youth-focused work streams?

Are you an energetic and enthusiastic youth worker with the ability to engage young people?

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for young people and reducing inequalities?

As a Senior Youth Worker, you’ll lead and manage youth services for young people aged 8-21 years (up to 25 with SEND).

You’ll supervise a team and run one or two Youth Centres, delivering creative, educational, and developmental programmes that inspire and empower.

Working collaboratively with families, schools, and partners, you’ll promote positive outcomes and holistic, child-centred support.

A dynamic, hands‑on role where your leadership helps young people learn, grow, and thrive in their communities.

What’s in it for you?

Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:

• Local Government Pension scheme


• Flexible working and family friendly policies


• Season ticket and bicycle loans


• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships


• Supportive staff networks

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for an inspiring and compassionate leader who’s passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives.

You’ll bring experience in youth work, mentoring, or community development, with a strong track record of delivering engaging programmes.

Your ability to motivate teams, build trust, and create safe, inclusive spaces will be key to this role.

You’ll think creatively, act decisively, and communicate effectively with young people, families, and partners alike.

Flexibility and resilience are essential — you’ll thrive in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that adapts to young people’s needs.

Above all, you’ll believe in every young person’s potential and be committed to helping them grow, lead, and succeed.

Location

The job is primarily based at Bellingham Gateway Youth and Community Centre and/or TNG Community Centre, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.

Special conditions

• A relevant professional qualification (e.g. JNC recognised Youth Work qualification, Social Work, probation or equivalent)


• The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check

The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.

N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply

The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.