VACANCY: Donnington Doorstep – Youth Work Lead and Family Support Worker

ocva.org; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Oxford is seeking a part-time Youth Work Lead and Family Support Worker. This role focuses on leading youth engagement and coordinating support for families. You will work closely with young people and their families, promoting safeguarding and inclusion. The position is permanent, offering 10 hours per week. Interested candidates should apply via email with a CV and covering letter.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work with young people aged 8–18.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with families and community services.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusion principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead youth work provision and coordinate family support services.
• Ensure high-quality engagement for young people.
• Act as a key link between youth services and family outreach.

Skills

Youth engagement

Family support coordination

Safeguarding practices

Community development

Job description

Home » News » VACANCY: Donnington Doorstep – Youth Work Lead and Family Support Worker

VACANCY: Donnington Doorstep – Youth Work Lead and Family Support Worker

November 27, 2025

Job title: Youth Work Lead and Family Support Worker

Role summary: Lead youth work provision and coordinate family support services, ensuring high-quality engagement for young people (8–18) and holistic support for families. Act as a key link between youth services and family outreach, promoting safeguarding, inclusion, and community development.

Job location: You will be primarily based at Donnington Doorstep, though there will be offsite/outreach youth work in the nearby areas and occasionally across Oxford.

Pay Rate: £14.60 per hour

Interview date: Friday 19 December 2025

Hours: Part time – 3pm-8pm Tues and Weds (10 hours per week)

Contract is: Permanent

Job description and person specification: Visit the website here.

To apply: Email a copy of your CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the person criteria for the role to [e-mail]. Please clearly specify which role you are applying for.