Youth Worker

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a thriving academy focused on empowering young people! As a Youth Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring youth aged 10-16, creating engaging activities that promote their social skills and well-being. This part-time position offers the opportunity to make a real impact in the community, working in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards. If you are passionate about youth development and eager to contribute to a supportive atmosphere, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Vivup Benefit System

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

LGPS Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a youth work or mentoring role.
• Understanding of youth-related challenges and ability to offer guidance.

Responsibilities

• Engaging directly with young people to support their development.
• Creating and leading youth activities outside of school hours.

Skills

Youth Work

Mentoring

Social Education

Engagement Activities

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Youth Work

Relevant Experience

Job description

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Job Description

• Chantry Academy – Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9LR
• £24,372.97 – £27,053.51 per annum
• 30 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, Monday – Friday 2pm – 8pm
• Part Time
• Permanent
• Reference: 7297
• Required as soon as possible
  
  
  

Join our team

Join us in creating opportunities that help young people thrive! We’re looking for a motivated Youth Worker to support and empower young people aged 10-16. This role focuses on social education, mentoring, and engagement through a variety of activities, ensuring young people feel supported, included, and inspired.

About Us

Chantry Academy is a thriving and ambitious, Ofsted rated good academy. Our vision is to provide learning that ensures everyone has the skills to be versatile, the opportunities to exceed their aspirations, the knowledge to be learned, the empathy to be understanding, the enthusiasm to be engaged and the encouragement to be determined. Our community is always valued.

Responsibilities include:

• Engaging directly with young people, supporting their development and social skills
• Creating and leading youth activities outside of school hours
• Providing a safe and welcoming environment for young people to learn, grow, and socialise
• Advocating for young people, ensuring their voices are heard
• Building strong relationships with local schools and community organisations to enhance youth opportunities
  
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• A Level 3 Qualification in Youth Work (or relevant experience)
• Experience working with young people in a youth work, mentoring, or support role
• Understanding of youth-related challenges and the ability to offer guidance and support
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and school holidays
• A positive, energetic, and proactive approach to engaging young people
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and equal opportunities
  
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Vivup Benefit System.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• LGPS Pension Scheme
• Make a real impact on young people’s lives
• Be part of a supportive and passionate team
• Work in a dynamic role where no two days are the same
  
  
  

For more information

Please contact Karis Lambert, HR Manager by emailing [e-mail] if you would like to discover more about this exciting opportunity.

How To Apply

To apply, please complete your application by visiting MyNewTerm (mynewterm.com/jobs/138373) .

Closing date: 12pm, 30 May 2025

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.

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