Youth Support Worker – Flexible Hours, Evenings & Residentials

Essex County Council; Basildon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in England seeks a Youth Worker to engage with young people and develop supportive activities. This part-time role involves flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Ideal candidates will have a level 2 Youth Work qualification and experience working with youth. Responsibilities include identifying youth needs, engaging with communities, and involving young people in decision-making. This position offers a salary of £12,393 to £13,045 per annum and numerous benefits for work-life balance.

Benefits

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Work-life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts and benefits through Essex Rewards

Qualifications

• Must be qualified at level 2 or above in Youth Work qualification.
• Experience working with young people or in a community role.
• Ability to build relationships with young people and community members.

Responsibilities

• Identify needs for youth work programmes in the community.
• Support community members to enhance their service delivery skills.
• Involve young people in programme planning and evaluation.

Skills

Relationship building

Community engagement

Adaptability

Teamwork

Challenging prejudice

Education

JNC recognised Youth Work Qualification level 2 or above

Grade C/4 in Maths and English

Job description

A local council in England seeks a Youth Worker to engage with young people and develop supportive activities. This part-time role involves flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Ideal candidates will have a level 2 Youth Work qualification and experience working with youth. Responsibilities include identifying youth needs, engaging with communities, and involving young people in decision-making. This position offers a salary of £12,393 to £13,045 per annum and numerous benefits for work-life balance.