Youth Support Worker

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

Job summary

A community support organization in Derry/Londonderry seeks a Youth Support Worker to develop social education programs for young people. Responsibilities include guiding youth participation, fostering community relationships, and evaluating activities' impact on development. Requires a Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice and a minimum of one year of relevant experience. Competitive hourly rates offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year's experience as a Youth Support Worker/Assistant in a youth work setting.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with young people to develop their social education.
• Ensure active participation of young people in the youth group.
• Provide support and information to young people.

Skills

Effective communication

Youth participation

Group work

Community engagement

Goal realization support

Oppressive behaviour challenge

Education

Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: LONG TOWER YOUTH CLUB LTDWork directly with young people to develop their social education by providing programmes of activities. This post is for staff appointed to undertake key duties, under the direction of a Worker-in-Charge.

Responsibilities

• To work directly with young people to develop their social education by providing programmes of activities, related to the ‘Model for Effective Practice’.
• Ensuring that young people play an active role in the youth group and work towards a model of youth participation.
• Communicate effectively and develop a rapport with young people.
• Assist in the development of relationships with the wider community and external agencies.
• Assist young people to express and realise their goals.
• Enable young people to work effectively in groups.
• Challenge oppressive behaviour in young people.
• Provide information and support to young people.
• Encourage young people to broaden their horizons and be active citizens.
• Support young people in evaluating youth work activities and the impact of youth work on their development.

Skills and Qualifications

• Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice.
• A minimum of one year’s experience in a paid capacity of working as a Youth Support Worker/Assistant Youth Support Worker in a youth work setting.

Further Information

The Employer is: LONG TOWER YOUTH CLUB LTDJobStart 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 1744716 Job Sector Childcare and Social Work,Carers and Support Workers Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry/Londonderry, Brandywell Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 2 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 10/11/2025 Closing date 19/12/2025 Worktime 9am - 10pm, days to be confirmed