Bexley is an outer London Borough with the best of both worlds, located between the hustle and bustle of London and the Garden of England, Kent. Within the borough we have award winning parks, open spaces and listed heritage sites.  

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed Youth Worker to join our team. This role involves engaging with young people in a safe, supportive, and fun environment, primarily during evening hours. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with young people, a passion for youth development, and the ability to support, mentor, and guide young individuals from diverse backgrounds. 

• Program Delivery: Plan, organise, and deliver engaging and constructive evening activities, workshops, and programs tailored to the needs and interests of young people. 
• Relationship Building: Develop trusting, respectful relationships with young people, encouraging positive behaviour and personal development. 

• Safeguarding: Adhere to and promote safeguarding policies to ensure the safety and well-being of all young people in the program. 

• Mentorship and Support: Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to young people facing various challenges, including personal, social, and academic issues. 

• Community Engagement: Collaborate with community organizations, schools, and parents to foster positive relationships and support networks. 

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of attendance, incident reports, and program evaluations, ensuring confidentiality where required. 

• Inclusive Environment: Promote inclusivity and respect, supporting a welcoming space where all young people feel valued. Please refer to the Job Description attached for more information. 

Permanent Contract 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Sharon Taylor, Interim Team Manager Targeted Youth Services, 0203-045-3568, Sharon.Taylor@bexley.gov.uk 
 
We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date. 

• Experience: Demonstrate substantial experience of working with young people, preferably in a youth centre, school, or similar environment. 
• Education/Qualifications: Work qualification or relevant experience in other related fields such as social work or community work may be considered. 

• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds. 

• Knowledge: Understanding of youth development principles, mental health challenges, and the issues affecting young people today. 

• Commitment to Safeguarding: Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding, including knowledge of child protection. 

• Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings and occasionally attend organised trips. 

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached. 

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)  

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Anticipated Interview Date: WC 2nd December 2024 (Most likely an evening interview) 

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Additional Information 

As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on  recruitment@bexley.gov.uk  

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.