Relief Youth Worker

Youth Worker – Youth Hubs East Sussex

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 to work as a casual Youth Worker at our Youth Hubs across East Sussex. As a Youth Worker you will nurture and support young people, helping them make informed choices and reach their full potential. 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, and handling safeguarding concerns as a team.

Sessions usually run in the afternoon and evening unless specified otherwise. We deliver sessions for young people aged 8 to 19 (up to 25 for SEN).

• Detached/Outreach – on‑the‑street sessions where we visit young people, provide activities and signpost to local services.
• Funky Teens – an SEN‑inclusive group for young people with mild to moderate learning needs, focusing on social and life skills.
• Drop‑in Youth Activity – open‑mixed groups to socialise and develop life skills through positive activities.
• LGBTQ+ – safe spaces for young people to explore identity and receive support.
• Juniors – open‑mixed groups to socialise and develop life skills through fun activities.

• Interpersonal skills with the ability to be sensitive to the needs of young people and 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.

• 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.

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.

Interviews will take place face‑to‑face within two weeks of the closing date in Eastbourne.

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.

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Tina Smith, Area Youth Worker on 07769 164194.

"East Sussex is a very good employer. You’re able to work flexibly around childcare and caring responsibilities and that’s really helpful." – Charlotte, Social Worker

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to  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 position is part‑time or term‑time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

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.

For flexible working, choose East Sussex!