Youth Worker

3 weeks ago


Ilford, Greater London, United Kingdom Barnardos Full time

About the Role

We are looking for a Youth Support Worker to join our team at Barnardo's in Bridgwater and Highbridge.

The successful candidate will be working alongside young people aged between 10-25 years, empowering them to develop their co-designed service, Sedgemoor For Our Future (SFOF).

The service facilitates regular spaces and opportunities for young people to:

  • Learn to cook
  • Eat together
  • Make new friends and connect
  • Talk about things that are important to them
  • Play games
  • Learn new skills
  • Develop confidence and teamwork skills

Key Responsibilities

The Youth Support Worker will be responsible for:

  • Designing and delivering groupwork sessions for young people, including issue-based sessions to support wellbeing and development
  • Providing emotional and practical support to young people, in line with safeguarding policies and procedures
  • Working evenings and weekends to meet the needs of young people
  • Working in partnership with Co-op, Children's Services and the community, whilst keeping young people at the centre

What We Offer

Barnardo's offers a range of benefits, including:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment
  • Access to training and development opportunities
  • A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your application, highlighting your skills, knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable).


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