Youth Development Specialist

Youth Development Specialist (South London)

Location:

South London (Lambeth and surrounding boroughs)

Contract Type:
Flexible / Sessional / Part-Time

Salary: £25-£40p/h

About the Role:

We are seeking passionate and committed Youth Mentors to support young people facing a range of social, emotional, behavioural and educational challenges. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people through consistent, positive and trauma‑informed mentoring relationships.

You will work on a one-to-one basis, helping young people to build confidence, resilience, emotional regulation, engagement with education, and aspirations for the future.

• Deliver high‑quality mentoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
• Build positive, professional relationships with young people and their families.
• Support young people to identify goals and overcome barriers.
• Work collaboratively with schools, local authorities and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate session records and reports.
• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and personal development.
• Encourage engagement in education, training and employment opportunities.

• Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Experience working with children and young people.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule.
• Right to work in the UK.

• Experience supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed practice, restorative approaches or youth work methodologies.
• Experience working with young people at risk of exclusion, exploitation, offending, poor attendance or disengagement from education.
• Youth work, mentoring, teaching, coaching, social care or related qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

• Resilient and emotionally intelligent.
• Comfortable adapting to changing circumstances.
• Organised and able to manage multiple young people and priorities.
• Confident engaging with young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Professional, reliable and accountable.
• Patient, empathetic and non‑judgemental.
• Proactive problem‑solvers who can think creatively.
• Calm under pressure and able to maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Passionate about improving outcomes for young people.

• Meaningful and impactful work.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive supervision and guidance.
• Opportunities to grow within a developing organisation.

If you are passionate about helping young people realise their potential and thrive despite challenges, we would love to hear from you.