Youth Support Worker | Early Help Targeted Youth Support | Lancaster and Morecambe | Part time

Lancashire County Council; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Morecambe is looking for a Targeted Youth Support Worker to engage with young people aged 11-19. The role involves outreach work, delivering targeted youth programs, and working evenings, including Fridays. Applicants must have a JNC Level 3 qualification for Youth and Community Workers. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on young people's lives.

Benefits

Pay for course fees if studying Level 3

Various benefits through Lancashire County Council

Qualifications

• Nationally recognized JNC Level 3 qualification required.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver core youth work including detached/outreach working with young people.
• Facilitate safe spaces and targeted youth programs.
• Work evenings and weekends as required.

Skills

Enthusiasm for youth work

Organizational skills

Passion for making a difference

Education

JNC Level 3 qualification for Youth and Community Workers

Job description

Targeted Youth Support Worker – Lancaster & Morecambe District

Targeted Youth Support team part of Lancashire County Council's Children and Family Wellbeing Service are looking to recruit a 4 days, 29.6 hour a week worker as a Youth Support Worker for Lancaster & Morecambe District, who are enthusiastic, organised and passionate about making a difference and changing young people’s lives. The post is to work up to 4 nights per week, one being a Friday evening, delivering youth work in one of our buildings and/or on detached using our mobile youth bus.

Role Overview

Do you want to make a real difference to young peoples lives then this is a fantastic opportunity for you to 'Step into Youth Work'. The Targeted Youth Support team delivers core youth work including Detached/outreach working on the streets with young people, Special Educational Needs & Disability working with young people 11-19 (up to 25 if SEN), safe spaces offering targeted youth places and spaces, and enhanced programmes such as LGBTQ+ groups or specific issue-based groups, including mental health groups.

Working Conditions

This is a 29.6 hour a week contract, up to 4 days a week (up to 4 nights). Shift structure includes a Friday evening shift and work may involve building-based or mobile bus-based youth work.

Qualifications & Experience

You will have a nationally recognised JNC Level 3 qualification for Youth and Community Workers and evidence of continued professional development. If you do not currently hold a Level 3, the successful candidate may study Level 3 and be considered for a JNC Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Level 3 Youth Work Practice, with course fees paid by the Council.

Additional Requirements

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a ‘disclosure’. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

Application Process

Closing Date: Sunday 26th October 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 27th October 2025 or a date by agreement

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

We are holding a drop‑in session on Thursday 16th October at Whitecross ground floor multi‑use youth room. Please let us know if you want to attend by emailing [e-mail] or calling 07887631335.

Contact

Email: [e-mail] | Phone: [phone]

For further queries regarding the role: Email [e-mail] | Phone: [phone]

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on the LCC Vacancies website.