Youth Worker

Totaljobs Group Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Youth Worker to inspire and motivate children aged 5-18 years. In this part-time role, you will join a friendly team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of young people. With opportunities for training and development, you will be supported in your role while contributing to a range of outreach and centre-based activities. This position offers a fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued, and you can truly make an impact on the community. If you are enthusiastic about youth work and eager to help shape the future of young individuals, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Accrue additional leave

Learning and career development opportunities

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Employer contributory pension scheme

Good maternity and paternity leave

Compassionate leave

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Access to Simply Health Plan

Opportunities to volunteer

Employee Discount scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people aged 5-18 years.
• Ability to inspire and motivate youth in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of outreach and centre-based youth work.
• Engage with young people and contribute to their personal development.

Skills

Youth Work

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Relevant Youth Work Training

Job description

This job application is restricted to applicants in the UK only.

Can you inspire, energise and motivate children aged 9-18 years?
Do you enjoy making a real difference to the lives of children and young people?
Are you keen to work with a friendly team where your contributions will be valued and you will be treated with respect?
Airplay is the RAF Benevolent Fund's (RAFBF) flagship youth support programme.
Airplay clubs are delivered by YMCA at 23 RAF Stations across the UK, providing a range of groups, activities and opportunities for children and young people aged from 5 up to 18.
Please don't delay applying, since we may consider applications on a rolling basis.

Hours and pay: we need you to join us on Tuesday evening. This amounts to 4 hours per week in total.

Benefits: Here at OneYMCA, we take pride in looking after our colleagues, as we know our people are the driving force behind our success. Therefore, alongside competitive pay and a fulfilling and supportive work environment, we offer various staff benefits including:

1. Opportunity to accrue additional leave, up to 5 days
2. Many learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training
3. Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling and GP services
4. Employer contributory pension scheme
5. Good maternity and paternity leave
6. Compassionate leave
7. Health and wellbeing opportunities
8. Access to Simply Health Plan, covering various medical costs including optical and dental
9. Opportunities to volunteer with different parts of the organization through Mission 25 program
10. Employee Discount scheme on brands, travel, groceries and more

Reporting to the Senior Youth Worker, a Youth Worker supports with the delivery of a range of outreach and centre based youth work with young people aged 5-18 years and in line with the YMCA Youth Work Strategy and Principles.
Training can be given for this role. Further information can be found in our detailed Job Description (if you are reading this on a third-party site, please browse to the vacancy listing on One YMCA's website).

An Enhanced Disclosure Check is required for this role.
We look forward to reading your application!

At One YMCA we are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We do not discriminate on the basis of Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marriage/Civil Partnership, Pregnancy/Maternity, Race, Religion/Belief, Sex and/or Sexual Orientation. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities, and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.

This is a Part Time role.
Hours per week: 4
Working Pattern: Tuesday Evening