Job Description

This role is for the Lead Sports Youth Worker position:

Job Title:

Lead Sports Youth Worker

Hours:

16 hours per week

Pay Rate:

12.60 per hour

Location:

Carrbridge Centre
The Lead Sports Youth Worker will take a key role in developing, coordinating, and delivering high-quality sports programmes for young people at Carrbridge Centre. The postholder will lead the planning and facilitation of sports-based youth work, manage the delivery of a sports development youth club, run weekly

FA Wildcats sessions

, and oversee the coordination of accredited training opportunities, including FA Referee Courses and Level One Coaching Courses. Main Duties & Responsibilities

Programme Planning & Delivery

Design, plan, and facilitate engaging sports sessions and youth club activities tailored to the needs and interests of young people. Ensure sessions are inclusive, safe, and promote the physical, social, and emotional wellbeing of participants. Incorporate youth voice and feedback into programme design and delivery.

Sports Development Youth Club & Wildcats

Lead on the development and delivery of the

sports development youth club

, encouraging participation, teamwork, and personal growth. Coordinate and deliver weekly

FA Wildcats sessions

to provide fun, inclusive football opportunities for girls aged 5-11. Supervise and support sessional staff, volunteers, and external coaches where required.

Accredited Training Coordination

Organise and coordinate

FA Referee Courses

and

Level One Coaching Courses

in partnership with external providers. Promote opportunities to young people and support them in accessing training and development pathways. Monitor and report on participant progress and outcomes.

Partnership & Community Engagement

Work with local partners, schools, sports clubs, and community organisations to enhance opportunities for young people. Represent Carrbridge Centre at relevant meetings and events where appropriate.

Safeguarding, Health & Safety

Ensure all activities comply with safeguarding policies, risk assessments, and health and safety requirements. Act as a positive role model, upholding professional standards at all times.
Person Specification

Essential:

Experience in youth work or sports development with young people. Strong organisational skills and ability to coordinate programmes and events. Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety in a youth/sports setting. Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate young people.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Work Location: In person