Youth Worker - DGA13689

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vivup discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a committed Youth Worker to help deliver high-quality opportunities for young people across Annandale & Eskdale. The role is part-time (5.5 hours per week) but permanent, with a Band 6 salary.

You will work as part of a friendly team, creating safe spaces, delivering diverse activities, and promoting the voice of young people in local communities. A driving licence is essential, and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth work is welcome, but attitude and ability to connect with young people matter most.
• A current driving licence is an essential requirement; PVG/Disclosure checks will apply.

Responsibilities

• Create fun, safe, welcoming spaces for young people aged 12-25.
• Plan and deliver engaging youth work sessions, including drop-ins, outdoor activities, workshops and events.
• Support personal and social development, building confidence, resilience and leadership.
• Champion youth voice and involve young people in shaping services.

Skills

Passion for youth

Energy & positivity

Relationship building

Empathy and listening

Job description

Advert

Youth Worker (Permanent) (7/01937)
Lockerbie
Band 6: £4,789.12 - £5,030.21

Do you care about getting it right for young people?
Do you believe you can help young people reach their full potential?
Do you work best in energetic, fast paced and fun environments?
If yes - we'd LOVE you to join our Youth Work Team!

Dumfries and Galloway Council is looking for a committed and enthusiastic Youth Worker to help deliver high quality youth work opportunities for young people aged 12-25 across Annandale & Eskdale.

You'll be part of a friendly, supportive team that puts young people at the heart of everything we do. You will work 5.5 hours per week over 52 weeks per year.

What You'll Do

• Create fun, safe, welcoming spaces where young people feel valued, heard, and included.
• Plan and deliver engaging youth work sessions -from drop ins and projects to outdoor activities, workshops, and events.
• Support young people's personal and social development, building confidence, resilience, and leadership skills.
• Champion youth voice, encouraging young people to shape the services and things that matter most to them.
• Work alongside schools, partners, and community groups to make a positive impact in local communities.
• Every day is different - and that's what makes youth work rewarding.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Is passionate about working with young people
• Is that person that brings energy, humour and positivity into the room
• Is able to build trusting, respectful relationships
• Can meet young people where they're at, not where you think they should be
• Can make every young person feel seen, heard and valued
• Is willing to learn and develop professionally

Experience in youth work is welcome - but what matters most is your attitude, values, and ability to connect with young people.

All training required will be provided.

A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

Advert cont...

The post will require evening and weekend work on a weekly basis, for which
payment is included in the salary offered.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and
Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act
2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join
the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal
offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if
offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required
to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the
country or countries in which they were resident.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

Informal enquiries to: Mhairi Black on 07552 266 266 or email: [e-mail]