YMCA South Midlands
Senior Youth Worker (Bank)
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Working with YMCA MK is more than just a job, it’s a chance to make a difference, an opportunity to be part of making a positive impact on local young people in our community.
About the Role
YMCA deliver high quality, targeted youth work in youth club settings in the Milton Keynes Community. We give young people the opportunity to access a safe space, to build on their connection to their community, improve their wellbeing and have fun!
As a Senior Youth Worker, you will be a positive adult role model for local young people, you will facilitate meaningful conversations, workshops and activities, whilst also taking a supportive and compassionate role. These roles are involved in the development, organising and leading community programmes aimed at young people between the ages of 11 and 18. Through these programmes, they will support and empower young people to explore and understand their ideas, values and beliefs; building their confidence and life skills.
Pay & Hours
We are seeking a Senior Youth Worker (£14.18 per hour). You will be employed on a zero hours contract to cover sessions at Youth Clubs, sessions will take place in the afternoons and evenings around Milton Keynes.
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This role is to organise and lead youth sessions during the week (term time only) from 4pm onwards, plus 1 hour a week prep time per session. You must be able to work these shifts during term time (39 weeks per year).
About You
All applicants must have had direct experience working with groups of young people (11-25 year olds) ideally in a youth club setting and preferably a youth work qualification (JNC).
Why Join Us?
As well as joining a supportive and collaborative team, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Make a genuine difference in a purpose-driven organisation
- Work in a varied role with plenty of responsibility
- Help improve systems and processes
- Develop your skills within a supportive environment
Everyone is Welcome Here
At YMCA South Midlands, we believe everyone should feel they belong. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and communities. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the people we serve and where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and fairness. As a Christian charity, our faith inspires our values and our commitment to serving others. We welcome people of all faiths and none, and appointments are made on merit.
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Reasonable Adjustments
We want every candidate to have the opportunity to perform at their best throughout our recruitment process. If you have a disability, long-term health condition or are neurodivergent and would benefit from any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us at any stage. We'll be happy to discuss how we can support you.
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