Youth Worker Trainee

JobStart Scheme; Ballymoney; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A youth development organization in Ballymoney seeks a dedicated individual to deliver high-quality youth work programs. The role requires a full current driving license and offers training to those without prior youth work experience. Applicants must be eligible working age benefit claimants. Flexible working hours may be available. This position is ideal for those who are passionate about supporting young people's development and are interested in making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Full training provided for those with no prior youth work experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the NI Youth Work Curriculum.
• Must have a full current driving licence and access to transport.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality youth work programmes.
• Work with agencies to develop services.
• Support project development and implementation.
• Manage a team of volunteers.

Skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Level 2 in Youth Work or 2 years of relevant experience

Job description

The EMPLOYER IS: THE BYTES PROJECT NORTH EASTEnabling Bytes to successfully deliver projects that promote the personal, educational, creative, and social development of young people, using creative ICT, assisting them to reach their full potential. This will be in line with the NI Youth Work Curriculum.A full current driving licence and access to a form of transport that will enable the post-holder to meet the travel requirements of the Job. Consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Check with Access NI.

Responsibilities

• Delivering a range of high quality youth work programmes.
• Working with agencies to develop services.
• Supporting project development and implementation.
• Team management responsibility for volunteers.

Skills and Qualifications

• No prior youth work experience necessary as full training and will be provided.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• A full current driving licence and access to a form of transport that will enable the postholder to meet the travel requirements of the Job.
• Level 2 in Youth Work, or able to demonstrate a minimum of 2 years' experience working with disengaged young people.
• Experience of design and delivery of youth work projects across a range of settings.
• Demonstrable knowledge of NI Youth Work Curriculum and Department of Education Child Protection regulations.
• Working knowledge of information technology systems to include the following Microsoft Office packages: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Further Information

The Employer is: THE BYTES PROJECT NORTH EASTJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Published date 19/12/2025 Closing date 29/01/2026 Worktime Variable hours including evenings and weekends, to be confirmed

Area: Republic of Ireland
Closing date: 20 Dec 2025

Area: Derry or Londonderry
Closing date: 30 Dec 2025