East Sussex County Council
Youth Worker - Hastings and Rother
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Are you passionate about working with young people and do you strive to make a difference? If so, apply now!
We have an exciting opportunity for people to apply for part-time roles as a Youth Worker at our Youth Hubs across East Sussex.
Roles Available:
- 2x Youth Worker, Girls Group, Sidley, 3 hours per week (Monday)
- 1x Youth Worker, Detached, Sidley, 3 hours per week (Monday)
- 1x Youth Worker, LGBTQ+, Hollington Youth Hub, 3 hours per week
What is a Youth Worker?
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 Youth Worker, you will support the Leader in Charge in the operation and running of the session, engaging young people in the community, offering support, advice, and guidance, as well as handling 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 8 to 17.
- Girls Group are groups exclusively for young women to have a safe space, support, advice, and develop their life skills through fun activities.
- Detached/Outreach is our on-the-street sessions; we visit young people where they are, making sure their voice is heard, providing them with activities, and signposting them to local youth clubs and services.
- Our LGBTQ+ groups are safe spaces for young people to explore their identity and receive support and advice.
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Sessions usually run in the afternoon and evening unless specified otherwise.
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Interpersonal skills with the ability to be sensitive to the needs of young people and can engage with them in a meaningful way
- Ability to plan, design and deliver engaging activities and projects that meet the needs and interests of young people
- Understanding of current issues affecting young people and the ability to reflect this in youth work practice
Please download the Job Description & Person Specification [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/groups/public/documents/document/yta5/otu3/~edisp/ucmfa09957956.docx] for more information.
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.
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 face to face within two weeks of closing date in Hastings.
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.
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For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kerrie Tolley-Cloke – Kerrie.Tolley-Cloke@eastsussex.gov.uk
We offer:
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Generous local government pension scheme package.
- 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 a team that supports me, choose East Sussex!
“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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