Youth Worker

Job Title: Youth Worker

Location: Lancaster, Lancashire

Hours: Part-time (Monday-Wednesday)

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Youth Worker to join our team at a school in Lancaster. As a Youth Worker, you will be responsible for working with young people aged between 11 and 16, helping them to develop social, emotional and life skills through a range of activities.

Responsibilities:

- Plan and deliver a range of activities and programs that support young people's personal and social development, including sports, arts, and cultural activities.

- Support young people to build positive relationships with each other and with adults.

- Provide one-to-one support to young people who need additional help with their emotional wellbeing.

- Identify and respond to the needs of young people who may be experiencing difficulties at home or in their personal lives.

- Work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to ensure that young people's needs are met.

Requirements:

- Experience working with young people aged between 11 and 16, preferably in a school or community setting.

- Knowledge of the issues facing young people, including mental health, social isolation, and poverty.

- Ability to engage and build relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

- Have a child enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one through Teaching Personnel.

If you are passionate about working with young people and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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