Youth Development Worker: Unmasking Masculinity

Jack Kane Community Centre; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Edinburgh seeks a Youth Development Worker to lead a project aimed at fostering positive masculinity among young men. The role involves engaging with youth aged 11-21, delivering workshops, and providing support to tackle issues related to gender stereotypes and violence. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people within a vibrant community setting.

Benefits

Generous holidays

Annual training budget

Contributory pension scheme with 10% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people aged 11-21.
• Proficient in delivering educational workshops.
• Ability to create a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Unmasking Masculinity project focusing on positive masculinity.
• Work collaboratively with young people on youth violence prevention.
• Provide support to young men in their development.

Skills

Youth engagement

Project management

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Relevant degree in social work or youth services

Job description

Community Development & Social Enterprise

Disability

Equality & Law

Health

Housing & Homelessness

International Development

Learning

Local

Local Infrastructure Organisation

Older People

Other

Social Care

Youth

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• £17,712.24 for 21hrs per week (fixed term for 3yrs)

Role

Do you want to be part of a vibrant youth work organisation and youth movement?

Do you want to work alongside young people to create meaningful social change?

Answered yes?

We want to hear from you!

The Jack Kane Community Centre is looking to recruit an experienced and innovative Youth Development Worker to leadon our new Unmasking Masculinity Project, funded through the National Lottery: Young Start.

Unmasking Masculinity is a 3 year project that will work alongside young men (11-21yrs of age), as equal partners, onthe theme of positive masculinity. Through a youth-led and co-production approach, the successful applicant willwork alongside young people to provide a peer prevention/education and early intervention approach to youthviolence and gender stereotypes.

About us:

The Jack Kane Community Centre, is situated in the Greater Craigmillar area of North East Edinburgh. We believe thatchildren, young people and adults are powerful agents of change and we work alongside them to ensure that theyare provided with opportunities to thrive and develop their skills and talents to fulfil their potential. Toachieve this, we provide a range of youth and children activities and services.

Application notes

An application form is available to download below.

Closing Date: Thursday 4th September 2025 at 9am

Youth Development Worker: Unmasking Masculinity
Postcode: EH16 4ND

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This post is supported by National Lottery Awards for All