Sessional Youth Worker - Music

BASE71 Barnsley Youth Zone; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A new youth organization in Barnsley is seeking a Sessional Youth Worker in Music. You will coach young people in music activities, fostering creativity and building skills. This role offers the chance to shape a brand-new creative programme and be part of an energetic team culture focused on inclusion. Experience in working with youth and delivering music activities is essential. The position provides opportunities for professional development and daily engagement to empower young people.

Benefits

Excellent training and development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Opportunity to shape a new youth programme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering music and creative media activities to young people.
• Experience in working with young people aged 8 to 19, or 25 with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a high-quality programme of activity that is exciting and safe.
• Be a role model to young people, fostering a welcoming environment.
• Encourage participation in activities, focusing on those who usually do not participate.

Skills

Experience in delivering music and creative media activities

Ability to work with young people aged 8 to 19

Job description

Opening in early 2026, Base71 Youth Zone is an ambitious new £10 million facility designed to transform the lives of young people in Barnsley. Open seven days a week, it will offer a wide range of high-quality, inspiring activities in a safe, welcoming, and purpose-built environment.
Base71 is part of the national OnSide network, which empowers young people across the UK through world-class youth work and inclusive opportunities.
The Opportunity
As a Sessional Youth Worker in Music, you will play a vital part in the coaching and teaching of music to young people. You will be involved in teaching the fundamentals of range of music activities such as; playing instruments, music production and vocal coaching. Enabling young people to explore their creativity and grow their skills.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver a high-quality programme of activity that is exciting, safe, varied, innovative, developmental and directly responds to the diverse needs, concerns and interests of members.
• Be a role model to young people, fostering an environment where they feel confident and welcome.
• Encourage attendance and participation in activities, particularly by young people who do not usually participate in art.
About You:
We are looking for a candidate with:
• Experience of delivering music and creative media activities to young people
• Experience in working with young people aged 8 to 19, or 25 with additional needs

Why join us?
You’ll be part of a ground-breaking organisation that’s redefining youth work in South Yorkshire. We offer:
• A chance to shape the creative programme of a brand-new Youth Zone from the ground up
• A supportive, energetic team culture built around inclusion and creativity
• Excellent training and development opportunities, including safeguarding and leadership
• Real, daily opportunities to empower young people and celebrate their talents
Application Process:
Please note that in line with our Safeguarding Policy, you must be age 21 or over to work in our Senior, Project and Inclusion sessions and 18+ to work on our Junior Sessions.
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