Job Description

About the Y-Act Project:

Y-Act is an exciting, creative youth theatre initiative that uses drama as a tool for personal growth, confidence and wellbeing. Each year, the project engages 30 young people aged 7-17 in a structured programme that builds self-belief, teamwork, and communication through performance and storytelling.

While each cohort takes part in Y-Act for a year, this post is funded for three years, offering the successful applicant the opportunity to make a lasting impact across multiple groups of young people.

Across four terms, participants will:

Term 1: Build drama skills including storytelling, improvisation, script writing, performance, and creative movement. Term 2: Work towards an accredited Trinity College London Grade 1 qualification in Speech and Drama. Term 3: Create and develop their own issue-based drama scripts, exploring real-world themes and building empathy and resilience. Term 4: Rehearse and perform their final production -- sharing their work at community events and even performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Your Role

As Drama Youth Worker, you'll play a key part in delivering and shaping the Y-Act Project, working closely with the Y-Act Project Coordinator to inspire and support our young people through the power of drama.

You will:

Co-facilitate weekly drama youth work sessions, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and developmentally focused. Conduct monthly 1:1 sessions with young people aged 7-17 to support confidence, communication and emotional wellbeing. Use drama-based methods such as improvisation, character development and storytelling to explore ideas and build self-expression. Support the delivery of Trinity College London Speech and Drama qualifications. Assist with rehearsals and performances, including those held in local venues and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress and outcomes. Promote an inclusive, supportive and creative environment where every young person feels valued and heard.

Working Schedule

12 hours per week (proposed breakdown):

Tuesday: 4pm - 7pm (3 hrs) Wednesday: 2pm - 8pm (6 hrs) Thursday: 4pm - 7pm (3 hrs) Tuesday and Thursday hours can be flexible to fit your lifestyle and the needs of the young people. These hours include both direct delivery and planning time. Wednesday sessions are office-based and involve facilitating the weekly drama sessions in person at YMCA Bellshill & Mossend.
We understand that part-time roles need to fit around your other commitments. Please let us know in your application if you have any time conflicts -- we'll do our best to accommodate your schedule within the needs of the project.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has experience working with children or young people, ideally in a drama, education or youth work setting. Is confident in using creative, person-centred approaches to engage and inspire young people. Has strong organisational and communication skills. Can work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team. Is passionate about using drama to promote confidence, creativity and emotional wellbeing. Holds, or is willing to obtain, PVG Scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland.
A background in drama, performing arts, youth work or education would be an advantage, but enthusiasm, empathy and reliability are equally important.

What We Offer:

13.16 per hour (holiday pay accrued). Stable, 3-year funded position with opportunities for professional growth. A supportive, creative and inclusive working environment. Opportunities to gain additional training and experience in youth arts and education. Flexibility around working hours and personal commitments where possible.

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a short covering email outlining your availability, relevant experience and any existing commitments to: matt@ymcabellshill.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis -- early applications are encouraged.

Join us in empowering young people through creativity, confidence and performance. Help make Y-Act a stage for growth, expression and opportunity -- not just for one year, but for many to come.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.16 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Work Location: In person