Youth Support Administrator

JobStart Scheme; Kilkeel; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A youth organization in Northern Ireland is seeking a Youth Support Admin to assist youth support workers and manage activities. Responsibilities include signing in young people, managing the tuck shop, and preparing snacks. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with young individuals. This role requires midweek and weekend shifts, involving training and compliance with regulations while ensuring a safe and fun environment for participants.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Child Protection regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to connect with young people.
• Ability to handle cash effectively and manage the tuck shop.

Responsibilities

• Work under instruction from the Youth Support Worker in Charge.
• Prepare a hot snack for approximately 60 young people at each session.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of Child Protection regulations

Knowledge of people-management issues

Knowledge of financial codes of conduct

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to connect with young people

Ability to work well within a staff team

Job description

The Employer is: KINGDOM YOUTH CLUB.
As a Youth Support Admin, you will be working under instruction from the Youth Support Worker in Charge and other qualified Youth Support Workers. You will be signing young people in and out of activities, managing the tuck shop, and organising hot snacks in the club kitchen for each young person attending the session. This post will include midweek and weekend shifts. Kingdom Youth Club has been a core provider of youth services in the Mournes for over 25 years, working effectively to meet the needs of young people from varied backgrounds including SEND. KYC is open 365 days a year, offering a range of targeted youth programmes, free drop‑in and project work, and a fun, social, safe setting that encourages participation in affordable, enjoyable activities.

Responsibilities

• Work under instruction from the Youth Support Worker in Charge and other qualified Youth Support Workers.
• Undertake training as provided.
• Undertake ACCESS NI certification.
• Handle money, including managing the tuck shop.
• Prepare a hot snack for approximately 60 young people at each session.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings.
• Perform any other duties reasonably required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of Child Protection regulations.
• Knowledge of people‑management issues.
• Knowledge of financial codes of conduct.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to connect with young people and understand their needs.
• Ability to work well within a staff team.
• Perform the role in accordance with the club’s policies and procedures.

Further Information

The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JobStart is open to working‑age benefit claimants 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.

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 05 Dec 2025