Youth Worker

YMCA BCG; Coseley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Coseley is seeking a dedicated Youth Worker to enhance youth provision by creating safe and engaging spaces. Responsibilities include delivering after-school sessions and providing mentorship. Candidates must complete an enhanced DBS check. This role offers a variety of benefits including employee assistance and annual leave.

Benefits

24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing Support

25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to discounts at major brands

SimplyHealth cash plan

Discounts for childcare and gym membership

Life Assurance scheme

Qualifications

• Completion of an enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver after-school sessions aimed at mentorship and group work.
• Create safe and engaging spaces for young people.

Job description

Base

Various Wrens Nest, Dudley outreach locations

Contract

Fixed term until 31 May 2026

Role Overview

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Youth Worker to join our team in enhancing our youth provision within Wrens Nest, Dudley by creating safe and engaging spaces for young people to thrive. You will be responsible for delivering a timetable of after-school sessions, Monday to Thursday from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM, aimed at providing both group work and 1‑to‑1 mentoring.

Time Commitment

You will need to be available 4 pm‑7 pm due to varied sessions and available Saturday daytimes.

Projects

Our projects cater to a wide range of ages and abilities, with all activities co‑produced with the young people themselves to ensure they are both fun and meaningful. These sessions will not only be a source of enjoyment but also a space for targeted interventions to support young people in reaching their full potential.

Benefits

• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Wellbeing Support
• 25 Days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and an increase based on length of service (pro‑rata)
• Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
• SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
• Staff discount for childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases
• Life Assurance scheme

Qualifications

It is required that the successful applicant will complete an enhanced DBS check before starting the role.

Closing Date

27th October 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.

Trauma‑Informed Statement

YMCA BCG is a trauma‑informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.