Leader in Charge

at  East Sussex County Council

DO YOU STRIVE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

We are seeking enthusiastic and hardworking individuals who would like to make a difference to young people’s lives to join our ever-developing Youth Work Team across East Sussex
We are currently recruiting people who have transferable skills in working with young people in the Wealden, Hastings, Eastbourne areas for our centre-based youth groups and our detached teams.
You will need to have a flexible approach in engaging young people and children in formal and informal settings; be empathetic, patient and understanding, and be passionate about working with young people to improve their engagement, enthusiasm, and well-being.
We support young people to engage in activities that promote emotional and physical wellbeing, as well as building important life and social skills, for example cooking, team building, social skills, supporting aspirations and career pathways, etc.
We are looking for a motivated Youth worker to join the team as a Leader in Charge and plan, deliver and engage with teenage young people who have SEN in a programme of activities.
As a Leader in Charge, you will plan develop and deliver group work session to the needs of the young people of the local area, additionally you will guide and supervise a small team.
We engage young people mostly in group settings and can sign post into other agencies so that young people can make the most of other opportunities and develop their potential.
We promote their personal and social development, ensure that their voice is heard, and engage young people in activities and projects across the area.
You will need to be able to work flexibly, which will involve evenings.

Please refer the Job description for details