Youth Worker

Nova Wakefield District Limited; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Wakefield District Limited, Wakefield-based charity The Youth Association, is seeking a proactive Youth Worker to support delivery of youth work projects across South and West Yorkshire.

You will work with young people in schools, community venues and street-based projects, plan engaging sessions, and contribute to safeguarding, monitoring and development of activities.

Qualifications

• Must have front-line youth work experience delivering sessions with young people.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, inclusive sessions.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing of young people.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends depending on project needs.
• A willingness to work across multiple sites in South and West Yorkshire.

Responsibilities

• Planning, leading and evaluating youth work sessions.
• Working independently and with Youth Support Workers and volunteers.
• Developing activities and resources that respond to young people’s needs.
• Building positive relationships with young people, colleagues and partner organisations.
• Maintaining records and contributing to project monitoring and evaluation.
• Following safeguarding procedures and maintaining a safe environment.
• Contributing to project planning and occasionally leading small campaigns.
• Attending team meetings, supervision, training and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Front-line youth work

Education

Level 3 Youth Work qualification (JNC-recognised) or above

Job description

Wakefield (Office base), Barnsley, Wakefield or Leeds (Project work)

Hours:

Part time (between 4 and 30 hours per week), to be discussed with TYA management, based on allocated project, experience and organisational need.

Contract:

Permanent

21/09/2026

Youth Worker

The Youth Association is one of the UK's longest-established and most innovative youth work charities. With a mission to Grow Yorkshire's future, the organisation supports young people to build confidence, develop their aspirations, improve their wellbeing and achieve their potential.

The Youth Association is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Youth Worker to join its team and support the delivery of youth work projects across South and West Yorkshire.

About the Role

The Youth Worker will work directly with young people across a range of settings, including schools, community venues and street-based youth work. They will deliver engaging and inclusive sessions, support young people's personal and social development, and encourage their voice and participation.

The role will also involve:

• Planning, leading and evaluating youth work sessions.
• Working independently and alongside Youth Support Workers and volunteers.
• Developing activities and resources that respond to young people's needs and interests.
• Building positive relationships with young people, colleagues and partner organisations.
• Maintaining appropriate records and contributing to project monitoring and evaluation.
• Following safeguarding procedures and maintaining a safe environment for young people.
• Contributing to project planning and occasionally leading small projects or campaigns.
• Attending team meetings, supervision and training, and undertaking ongoing professional development.

About the Candidate

The Youth Association is looking for someone with front-line youth work experience who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them reach their potential.

Applicants should have:

• A JNC-recognised Level 3 Youth Work qualification or above.
• Experience of delivering youth work with young people.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, inclusive sessions.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people.
• The flexibility to work some evenings and weekends, depending on project requirements.

Please note this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Registered charity no: 1143640 | Company no: 07183132

Registered office: Nova Wakefield District Limited, 11 Upper York Street, Wakefield WF1 3LQ