Youth Support Worker

JobStart Scheme; Limavady; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Limavady is seeking a Youth Support Worker to help young people aged 5 to 25. The role involves offering emotional support, building confidence, and planning activities that foster engagement and personal growth. Candidates should be empathetic, possess strong communication skills, and have a solid understanding of safeguarding procedures. This temporary position offers up to 25 hours per week with salaries ranging from £7.55 to £12.21 per hour, depending on age.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting, professional relationships with young people.
• Offer emotional support and guidance.
• Help develop confidence and independence.
• Plan and run group activities and workshops.
• Promote positive engagement in community activities.
• Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain professional boundaries and ensure wellbeing.
• Encourage positive choices and behaviours.

Skills

Empathy and active listening

Building rapport and trust

Communication skills

Non-judgemental attitude

Assessment skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Motivational skills

Conflict resolution and de-escalation

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: ROE VALLEY RESIDENTS ASSOCIATIONThe Youth Support Worker will play a key role in delivering a range of youth programmes aimed at young people aged 14-24 years. This position involves creating and supporting activities that provide a safe space and foster a sense of belonging for participants. The role includes assisting in initiatives that enhance young people’s participation skills and offering opportunities for them to raise aspirations, build confidence, and develop self-esteem.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting, professional relationships with young people aged typically 5-25.
• Offer emotional support, guidance, and a safe space for young people to discuss challenges.
• Help them develop confidence, independence, and positive coping strategies.
• Plan and run group activities, workshops, or life-skills sessions (e.g., health, education, employment, relationships).
• Promote positive engagement in community, social, and recreational activities.
• Recognise, report, and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Follow organisational and statutory safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Maintain professional boundaries and ensure young people’s safety and wellbeing.
• Encourage positive choices, behaviour, and engagement.
• Ensure equality, diversity, and inclusion in all work.

Skills and Qualifications

• Empathy and active listening - ability to understand young people’s feelings and experiences.
• Building rapport and trust - forming positive, professional relationships with young people.
• Communication skills - clear, age-appropriate communication (verbal and written).
• Non-judgemental attitude - supporting young people without bias or assumptions.
• Assessment skills - identifying needs, risks, strengths, and appropriate interventions.
• Safeguarding knowledge - understanding child protection procedures, confidentiality, and legal duties.
• Motivational skills - encouraging engagement, promoting resilience and positive choices.
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation - managing challenging behaviour calmly and safely.

Further Information

The Employer is: ROE VALLEY RESIDENTS ASSOCIATIONJobStart 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 1749542 Job Sector Childcare and Social Work Area Derry or Londonderry Location Limavady Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 4 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 09/12/2025 Closing date 16/01/2026 Worktime To be confirmed