Youth Projects Lead

Groundwork; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Groundwork is seeking a Youth Projects Lead to drive and deliver high-quality youth work programmes across Greater Manchester. You will manage a caseload of young people, lead multi-agency interventions, and coordinate wraparound support with partner organisations.

You will build strong partnerships, use data to improve services, and ensure safeguarding and effective case management throughout all activities. A valid UK driving licence may be required for travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering youth work programmes.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles.
• Ability to work with marginalised young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-quality youth work programmes across Greater Manchester.
• Manage a caseload of young people and provide wraparound support.
• Develop and sustain partnerships with external organisations for project delivery.
• Collect outcome data and report on progress to improve services.
• Oversee project budgets and ensure activity meets targets.

Skills

Youth work

Case management

Budget management

Data collection

Partnerships

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

This is a rewarding role suited to a motivated and values-driven youth work professional with a passion for helping young people overcome barriers, build resilience and achieve positive outcomes.

You will have experience of working with young people facing marginalisation or complex challenges, alongside a strong track record of delivering high-quality, community-based youth work.

You will have a sound understanding of youth work principles, safeguarding, and
effective case management. You will be confident leading youth projects, managing budgets, collecting outcome data and working in partnership with other organisations to provide coordinated support for young people.

You will have a strong awareness of the social and economic challenges affecting diverse communities and be committed to creating inclusive opportunities that enable young people to thrive. Excellent communication skills are essential, with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences using a variety of approaches, including digital media.

A clean and valid UK driving licence is required due to travel across Greater Manchester.

Job Purpose

Main purposes of the post

We're looking for a Youth Projects Lead to lead and deliver high-quality youth work programmes that support young people to develop skills, build confidence and achieve positive outcomes across Greater Manchester.

You will manage a caseload of young people and deliver a range of youth work projects and interventions, working closely with partners to provide effective wraparound support. Through your work, you will help young
people overcome barriers, strengthen their resilience, and become more connected to their communities.

You will build and maintain strong partnerships to support project sustainability and growth, while using insight, data and learning to continually improve services.

You'll support the delivery of projects like these:

• Coaching & Mentoring
• Women Warriors Youth
• Group Connect

Contract type Fixed Term (Paid) - Fixed term - 12 months