About this role
The post holder will lead and deliver youth work provision across the council. The role will:
- Lead and deliver engaging youth club sessions for young people across multiple youth provision sites.
- Plan, develop, and deliver a range of youth work activities that respond to the needs and interests of young people.
- Design and produce session plans, programmes, and project activities that support positive outcomes for young people.
- Take responsibility for the safe and effective delivery of youth club sessions, ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies, procedures, and good practice.
- Build positive relationships with young people and encourage their participation, personal development, and social inclusion.
- Deliver detached and outreach youth work within the local community and surrounding areas to engage young people who may not access centre-based provision.
- Support the development of targeted and universal youth programmes, including holiday activities, accredited learning opportunities, and personal development projects.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, schools, and community organisations to enhance opportunities for young people.
- Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of youth programmes, maintaining accurate records and reporting on activity and outcomes as required.
- Promote young people's voice, participation, and involvement in shaping activities and services. Attend team meetings, training, and supervision sessions and contribute to the ongoing development of Youth Service provision.
- This role requires an experienced youth worker who can work independently, lead sessions confidently, engage young people effectively, and contribute to the continued development of services across the borough
For more information, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums.