Youth Support Worker

Sja's West; Aylesbury; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity dedicated to empowering young people through health volunteering opportunities. As a Youth Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in the NHS Cadets Project, helping to develop skills and knowledge in marginalized communities. This virtual position allows you to work from anywhere in the UK while supporting youth aged 14-18. With a focus on inclusivity, you'll assist in delivering a 36-week programme, fostering a safe environment where young people can thrive. If you have a passion for youth development and the drive to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary & pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Health and Wellbeing portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on various services and products

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role and passion for working with marginalized youth.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering the NHS Cadets programme.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment for young learners.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Passion for youth development

IT skills

Education

Relevant experience in youth support

Tools

Laptop or computer

Internet access

Job description

The NHS Cadets Project aims to attract and develop young people, preparing them to sustain themselves in health volunteering opportunities. Through a 36-week programme, we will be helping young people to not only gain new skills and knowledge but to get hands-on experience in the NHS.

We aim to specifically widen access for 14 to 18-year-olds who come from groups which have not traditionally entered health volunteering, such as marginalised young people, those in care, not in education, employment or training, or from ethnic minority backgrounds. These are split into two age programmes: 14 - 16 Foundation and 16 - 18 Advanced.

As a Youth Support Worker, you will assist with planning and delivering the NHS Cadets programme to young people and help create a safe, inclusive, and open environment where young people can learn important life skills to prepare them for health volunteering.

This role will be virtual only and can be based anywhere in the UK. You will need access to a laptop or computer with good internet and good IT skills.

Please be aware that this is a 12-month fixed-term contract, working 3 hours per week over evenings and weekends. There is an opportunity to express an interest in leading more than one programme, which you can express interest in during the interview if you are successful at the application stage.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have experience of working in a similar position and a passion for working with young people. You will have experience of working directly with young people, especially those from marginalised communities.

You must be 18 years and over to apply for the role.

About Us

St John Ambulance responds to health emergencies, supports communities, and saves lives, relying on the public’s generosity to do so. Compassionate care isn’t just part of our heritage; it’s in our hearts. With our clinical expertise and nationwide presence, our volunteer-led health and first aid charity is uniquely placed to serve the country.

From our vibrant youth programmes to our world-class training, we empower people of all ages with lifesaving skills and the confidence to use them every day. St John volunteers treat and transport thousands of patients each year, and in times of crisis, we are England’s national health reserve. St John people have given more than a million hours of their time during the COVID-19 pandemic, including 800,000+ hours of vaccinations.

As a charity with a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. St John Ambulance has relieved people from illness, injury, distress, and suffering for over 140 years and, with the public’s support, will do so for decades to come.

Find out more about us, including our new Ask Me campaign, at www.sja.org.uk.

You will receive:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health, and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts – you’ll have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym memberships, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays, and shopping.

Interview Date: TBC

Application Review Date: 10/12/2024

We may review applications before the Application Review Date; however, if you apply after the Application Review Date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.

If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here

For all other candidates, or SJA volunteers wishing to apply, please click here

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, so we are particularly interested in applications from women, trans and non-binary people, as well as those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds and those with different accessibility needs.

Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the services of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only. Any speculative CVs submitted without invitation will not be considered.