Youth Worker

Voluntary Action Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000

Job description

• Assess the needs of young people to promote young people’s physical, social and emotional wellbeing (building life skills in personal safety and healthy living) through a wide range of activities including dance, art, crafts, games, drama, music and sport
• Regularly monitor and review the local youth work provision
• Mentor, coach and support young people of all backgrounds including those with challenging behaviour, encouraging greater social inclusion
• Work in partnership with professionals from other organisations that support young people such as education, social care, health, police, youth offending teams, community projects and local authorities
• Attend regular training and development opportunities to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the national youth work curriculum, safeguarding, health and safety and local policy developments
• Undertake administrative tasks, maintain effective recording systems and respond to queries.
• Work with parents and community groups to win support for improved provision and act as an advocate for young people's interests
• Ensure that a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment is provided where individuals are valued, and appropriate adaptations are made to maximise engagement
• Work effectively with other colleagues across other projects to maximise opportunities for collaboration

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £22,750 pro rata equivalent to £12.50/hr (based on a 35 hour week) - pay increment pending

Type of Contract: Part Time

Hours: 17.5

Closing Date: 25-04-2025

How to Apply: Contact reception on 0114 2508384 or by email on [e-mail] to request an application