Youth Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Torquay, Torbay, United Kingdom Torbay Council Full time
Position Overview & Candidate Requirements

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual who is focused on enhancing the lives of young individuals in our community by taking on the role of a Youth Support Specialist with Torbay Council.

In this position, you will engage directly with youth to assist them in addressing various challenges, ensuring their safety, promoting health, and helping them reach their maximum potential.

The assistance provided to young people may occur through one-on-one interactions, group activities, and during enjoyable experiences such as outdoor adventures, sports, or creative workshops, all aligned with our informal educational framework under the guidance of the National Youth Agency's youth work standards.

We encourage applicants with prior experience in youth engagement and those eager to expand their skills and pursue youth work certifications.

This position requires an Enhanced Criminal Record Check, which will reveal both spent and unspent convictions and relevant information from local law enforcement.

For inquiries, please reach out to our recruitment team.
Essential Skills
  • Proven experience in intervention strategies with children, adolescents, and their families.
  • Demonstrated youth work competencies.
  • Commitment to and evidence of anti-discriminatory practices.
  • Exceptional organizational and communication abilities.
  • Capacity to collaborate effectively within a team and foster positive relationships.
This role necessitates the ability to communicate all spoken aspects of the position confidently and fluently in English.
Required Knowledge
  • Understanding of challenges faced by young people.
  • Familiarity with effective, age-appropriate engagement techniques for youth.
  • Knowledge of child protection protocols and safeguarding measures.
Experience & Qualifications
  • Level 3 qualification in Youth and Community Work or equivalent relevant experience in youth services.
  • Experience in supporting and engaging marginalized families and providing tailored support.
  • Experience in co-developing initiatives with young people.
  • Successful implementation of youth programs aimed at young individuals.
  • Experience in delivering youth work interventions both individually and in group settings.
Please explore the available resources on our careers site for further information.

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