Youth & Community Development Worker (Scarborough Area)

North Yorkshire Youth; Scarborough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Youth is seeking a Youth & Community Development Worker to support youth clubs, recruit and develop volunteers, and coordinate volunteer Buddies across the Scarborough area.

This role focuses on delivering engaging activities, building confidence and skills, and promoting safeguarding, equality and inclusion while working closely with the community.

Hours range from 18.7 to 37.5 per week, with a salary of £27,401 per annum pro rata, and flexible part- or full-time arrangements.

Qualifications

• Has at least two years' experience working with young people.
• Has experience in community development and supporting volunteers.
• Is passionate about safeguarding, equality and inclusion.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working skills.
• Can work independently, adapt to changing needs and support young people to reach their potential.
• Holds, or is willing to work towards, a Level 3 Youth Work qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support youth clubs, recruit and develop volunteers, coordinate volunteer Buddies and help deliver engaging activities that meet the needs of young people across the community.

Skills

Volunteer recruitment

Communication

Partnership working

Independent working

Adaptability

Youth work

Education

Level 3 Youth Work qualification

Job description

Youth & Community Development Worker (Scarborough Area)

Hours: 18.7-37.5 hours per week (part-time or full-time)

Our youth and community work helps young people access safe, inclusive opportunities to build confidence, develop skills and feel connected to their communities.

As a Youth and Community Development Worker, you'll support youth clubs, recruit and develop volunteers, coordinate volunteer Buddies and help deliver engaging activities that meet the needs of young people across the community.

Salary: £27,401 per annum pro rata
Hours: 18.7-37.5 hours per week (part-time or full-time)

We're looking for someone who:

• Has at least two years' experience working with young people
• Has experience in community development and supporting volunteers
• Is passionate about safeguarding, equality and inclusion
• Has excellent communication, organisational and partnership-working skills
• Can work independently, adapt to changing needs and support young people to reach their potential
• Holds, or is willing to work towards, a Level 3 Youth Work qualification

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives, strengthen local communities and empower volunteers to provide high-quality youth work.