Youth Worker/youth Support Worker

**About us**

Purbeck Youth & Community Foundation is a small local Charity in Wareham and runs a Youth Club in Wool, Wednesday evenings starting at 6, and Monday starting at 5.30 We are agile, supportive, engaging, and our goal is to provide local youth clubs and services that are accessible for young people.

Our work environment includes:

- Casual work attire
- Relaxed atmosphere
- On-the-job training
- Lively atmosphere

'''Duties'''
- Supervise and engage with youth in various activities
- Provide guidance and support to youth in their personal and academic development
- Plan and facilitate educational and recreational activities for youth
- Implement behavior management strategies to ensure a safe and positive environment
- Collaborate with other staff members to create and implement program goals

'''Skills'''
- Experience working with children, preferably in an educational or mentoring setting
- Ability to educate and inspire youth through creative and engaging activities
- Knowledge of special education principles and techniques (if applicable)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with youth, parents, and staff members
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to establish rapport with diverse groups of youth
- Organizational skills to plan and coordinate activities

This position requires a passion for working with youth, the ability to create a positive and inclusive environment, and the dedication to support their growth and development. If you have experience working with children, enjoy educating and mentoring, and are committed to making a difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply.

Please note that this is a sample job description for a Youth Worker position. The specific duties, skills, and requirements may vary depending on need

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £11.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Wool: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person