Youth Worker

Join Our Team as a Youth and Community Development Support Worker - Early Intervention & Prevention Service!

The Early Intervention & Prevention Service is on the lookout for enthusiastic and dedicated Youth and Community Development Support Workers to join our team in supporting vibrant youth groups and exciting programs within/across the Wakefield district.

As a valued team member, you will:

1. Work directly with young people to enhance their informal education through the delivery of diverse and engaging programs.
2. Contribute to the provision of high-quality youth work, including group activities, district wide detached outreach, individual support, and residential programs.
3. Play a key role in risk assessment for all activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
4. Prioritise the wellbeing and safety of young people by actively promoting the safeguarding agenda and promptly sharing relevant information with Line Manager/Team Manager.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Previous experience working with young people is highly valued.
2. Genuine enthusiasm for contributing to the well-being and development of youth.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Application Form and to provide any criminal conviction information.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Joanne Fascoine.

Tel: 07795 121831

E-mail: jfascoine@wakefield.gov.uk

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.