Youth Worker

What will the role look like?

Working with young people aged 8‑19 years providing a range of interventions such as group work, detached and outreach support to promote engagement and participation of young people.

The post holder needs to be available on evenings between 4 pm - 9 pm to support with the current youth work timetable.

The role will involve planning and delivering groups, activities and tailored packages of individual support. It will require specific skills around organisation, creativity, managing challenging behaviour and building positive relationships with young people.

We require applicants to hold a minimum of a Level 3 in Youth Work and have over 12 months of Youth Work experience or be willing to work towards this qualification whilst in post.

This is a fixed‑term role until 31 March 2027. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Barca‑Leeds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. The successful applicant must undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check appropriate to the role before appointment is confirmed. A criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude a candidate.