We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Youth Support Worker

Closing date: 10/05/2024

Reference: REQ105272

3.5 hours / Fixed-Term

26,421 - 28,282 *

Aberaeron

*All salary values are pro-rata.

About the role

This is a fixed term post until 31/3/25 in the first instance.

Location: 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.

Job Description and Person Specification

For any questions, please contact Gwenllian Morris on 07974023898 or Gwenllian.Morris@ceredigion.gov.uk

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

Porth Cymorth Cynnar – Community Wellbeing and Learning

We provide early help, prevention and intervention services to a range of groups and individuals across the County. Our aim is to identify need and offer support before issues and concerns become too great and more formal intervention is needed. Our key functions include:

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