Youth Support Worker x 3

at  Ceredigion County Council

YOUTH SUPPORT WORKER X 3

Closing date: 19/11/2024
Reference: REQ105708
3.5 hours / Fixed-Term
27,711 - 29,572 *
Within Ceredigion
*All salary values are pro-rata.

About the role

• 1 post Aberystwyth Youth Club
• 1 post Cardigan Youth Club
• 1 post Aberaeron Youth Club

The post holder will have responsibility to design and develop a range of innovative Youth Work approaches to engage young people throughout Ceredigion into opportunities, activities and accredited learning. This will involve utilising various youth work methods as appropriate to the needs of the young people in order to enhance their personal, social, educative and political development during their transition to adulthood.
The post holder will also be required to provide support and preventative interventions for young people (aged 11-25) who are at risk of not achieving recognised qualifications at 16 and/or joining the Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) cohort. Delivery of these positions can be within Youth Club or community contexts.
This is a fixed-term contract until 31.03.2025 in the first instance.
Job Description and Person Specification
For any questions, please contact Dai Jones via email on David.jones2@ceredigion.gov.uk; or on 07812487807.
Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer
Work-life balance
Lifestyle savings scheme
Generous employer pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Learning and development
Where you’ll work

• 1 post Aberystwyth Youth Club
• 1 post Cardigan Youth Club
• 1 post Aberaeron Youth Clu