East Sussex County Council
Leader in Charge - Peacehaven
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Are you passionate about working with young people? If you strive to make a difference, we have an exciting opportunity for people to apply for part-time roles as a Leader in Charge at our Youth Hubs across East Sussex.
Roles Available:
- 1x Leader in Charge – Funky Teens Saturday session, The Joff Peacehaven, 3.5 hours per week
- 1x Leader in Charge – Nik Naks Saturday session, The Joff Peacehaven, 3.5 hours per week
What is a Leader in Charge?
As youth workers, we nurture and support the young people we work with so they can learn to make informed choices; we teach empowerment and equality, helping the young people have a voice, build positive relationships, and reach their full potential.
As a Leader in Charge, you will:
- Create session plans
- Oversee the operation and running of the session
- Record session evaluations
- Line manage a small team of part-time youth workers
- Engage young people in the community
- Offer support, advice, and guidance
- Handle any safeguarding concerns as a team
Join us in supporting young people as they navigate the challenges and changes of society and themselves while transitioning from childhood to adulthood.
Training and career progression:
Successful applicants will receive a full induction and training to support all aspects of their roles with ongoing support from their manager and colleagues. Starting as a youth worker can pave the way for opportunities within keywork and social work, should the successful applicant seek full-time employment.
About the sessions:
We deliver sessions for young people aged 13-19 (up to 25 years for young people with SEN).
- Funky Teens is an SEN-inclusive group for young people with mild to moderate learning needs. It aims to develop their social and life skills.
- Nik Naks Saturday session is a SEN-inclusive group for young people aged 18 – 25 years with mild to moderate learning needs. It aims to develop their social and life skills and is held alternate Saturdays.
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Sessions usually run in the afternoon and evening unless specified otherwise.
We are looking for people who have:
- Interpersonal skills with the ability to be sensitive to the needs of young people and can relate to them at a meaningful level
- Ability to design and deliver activities with and for young people
- Ability to plan and deliver specific projects to engage young people
Please download the Job Description & Person Specification [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/groups/public/documents/document/yta5/otm5/~edisp/ucmfa09939459.docx] for more information.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application, see our how to apply page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10005] and our statement on the use of AI [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/23001].
Interviews will take place in person within two weeks of the closing date in Peacehaven. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10009] for details.
Working with families is a privilege and offers the chance to turn kindness into a career. How often are you able to use your professional guidance to enhance the lives of others? In this job, you can every day.
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In return, we offer:
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Access to wider training and development qualifications.
- A great team to work with.
- An opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page [https://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/jobs/working-here].
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lee Tully – Lee.tully@Eastsussex.gov.uk
"I feel very supported here. Ever since I started, I’ve had great managers. They are always there even when you’re working from home. They always push you to do their best. We’re like one big family." Abbie, Training Events Organiser
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process, please go to [https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record]. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK, please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information, please go to [https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas].
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process, please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
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