Youth Education Worker

JobStart Scheme; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community development organization in Derry/Londonderry is looking for a temporary role to support youth development. The role involves planning educational visits, assisting with administration, and facilitating programs aimed at increasing the employability and skills of young people. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 GCSEs, strong communication skills, and previous experience in youth work. This position offers up to 25 hours a week, with competitive hourly rates based on age.

Qualifications

• Youth or community work experience as a Staff Member or Volunteer within the past 3 years.
• Able to plan and deliver development courses, events and activities.
• Clean current Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning of the Contact & Development Programme.
• Support young people in various activities and outcomes.
• Help with general administration duties related to schools and accredited courses.

Skills

ICT skills in Microsoft Office, PPT and Social Media Platforms

Good oral & written communication skills

Strong inter-personal skills

Ability to self-manage and be part of a youth work team

Knowledge of current Youth Work Policies & Procedures

Education

4 GCSE (A-D) or equivalent (including English)

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: REACH ACROSSAssist with planning, delivery and monitoring of a Contact & Development Programme, that contributes to increased employability, skills-base, knowledge and potential of young people. Support young people in achieving key outcomes - to be safe, to be healthy, to enjoy, to achieve and to make a positive contribution to society. Help young people fulfil their potential and avail of opportunities that will have a long-term personal benefit.

Responsibilities

• To assist staff with our School Enrichment Programme that includes Prefect, Citizenship and Good Relations courses.
• To assist staff with general administration duties relating to our Schools Programme that will include registration forms, attendance sheets, groupwork materials, evaluation forms etc.
• To assist staff with administration duties relating to our accredited courses with Open College Network, that includes online registrations, moderation of workbooks and preparation of certificates.
• To assist staff with planning and facilitating Education Visits to historical, political or cultural venues and landmarks.
• To assist with preparations and ideas for weekly Club Nights, after-school contact sessions and development events during school holidays.
• To assist staff and volunteers with the planning and delivery of our Summer Intervention Scheme and Summer Activity Camp.
• To assist staff and Management with funding applications or fundraising events for our Schools Programme.
• To assist our Youth Committee to prepare documents and resources for monthly meetings.
• To assist with organising an annual Presentation and Showcase Night, to present accredited and achievement certificates to students and to highlight their development and achievements.
• To undertake training or attend conferences that will be of organisational benefit.
• To assist with the planning and delivery of our Youth Programme as required.
• To undertake other reasonable duties in the furtherance of project aims and objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

• 4 GCSE (A-D) or equivalent (including English).
• ICT skills in Microsoft Office, PPT and Social Media Platforms.
• Youth or community work experience as a Staff Member or Volunteer within the past 3 years.
• Good oral & written communication skills.
• Strong inter-personal skills.
• Ability to self-manage and be part of a youth work team.
• Supportive of the aims of REACH Across.
• Able to plan and deliver development courses, events and activities.
• Able to demonstrate a responsible and self-motivating approach.
• Able to work unsocial hours including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays if necessary.
• Clean current Driving Licence.
• Knowledge of current Youth Work Policies & Procedures.
• Child Protection or Mental Health training.
• First Aid training.
• Experience of youth and community administration (Incl. databases, budgets, report-writing, publicity etc).
• A working knowledge of current OCN moderation and accreditation processes.
• Public Relations and Presentation skills.
• Good working knowledge of social media platforms that can be used for publicity or recruitment.
• Good working knowledge of online meeting platforms - Zoom, Teams etc.
• Good communication and interaction skills with peers and young people.

Further Information

The Employer is: REACH ACROSSJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1752023 Job Sector Childcare and Social Work Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry or Londonderry Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 31/12/2025 Closing date 10/02/2026 Worktime To be confirmed with employer.

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 09 Jan 2026