Job Description

Job Title:

Play & Youth Work Leader

Location:

Harborough District, Leicestershire (Outreach-based)

Salary:

27,269 - 29,572 pro rata + 6% pension (Equivalent to 14.14 - 15.33 per hour) + 7 weeks holiday pay

Hours:

9.5 hours per week (Leicestershire Term-Time only)

Are you passionate about creating positive experiences for young people? Do you have experience leading activities that empower children and young people to build confidence and develop life skills? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join the Harborough District Children and Young People's Charity (HCYC) as a Play & Youth Work Leader.

What's in it for you?

As a Play & Youth Work Leader, you'll play a crucial role in delivering engaging and meaningful activities for children and young people aged 5 to 19 across the Harborough District. This role offers:

Flexible hours for planning sessions to suit your schedule The opportunity to lead innovative activities that have a direct impact on young people's lives Access to regular training, professional development, and supervision A supportive team environment where your contributions matter The chance to make a real difference in diverse communities across Leicestershire Payment of holiday allowance equal to 7 weeks per year (inclusive of bank holidays)

Why this role matters:

At HCYC, we believe that every young person deserves access to safe, inclusive spaces where they can thrive. As a Play & Youth Work Leader, you'll help create these spaces by organising and leading youth sessions that focus on confidence-building, well-being, and personal development. You'll work from various outreach locations, including community venues and our mobile youth facility - The Chill Out Bus.

You will also be directly involved in the face-to-face delivery of our

Travelling Forward Project,

where you will lead the following sessions:

Mondays, 3:15pm to 5:15pm at Justin Park, Market Harborough Wednesdays, 3:15pm to 5:15pm at Mere Farm, Ullesthorpe Thursdays, 3:15pm to 5:15pm at Greenacres, Market Harborough

Who are we looking for?

You'll be an enthusiastic and committed youth work practitioner with experience working in informal settings. If you are organised, adaptable, and passionate about supporting young people, this could be the perfect role for you. We're looking for someone with:

Experience in youth work or playwork with children and young people aged 5 to 19 Strong communication and organisational skills The ability to lead safe, positive, and engaging sessions for young people Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and equal opportunities A willingness to work flexible hours and travel to various outreach locations across Harborough District

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, organise, and deliver play and youth work sessions in a range of outreach locations Lead activities that promote the well-being, development, and inclusion of young people Ensure health and safety standards are maintained during all sessions Conduct risk assessments and address any risks during sessions Encourage participation and provide opportunities for young people to share their views Maintain session records and report on young people's learning and development

How to apply:

Please complete and return the application form and equality monitoring form which can be downloaded here:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/6nm04h5i5ghxetljvlhtd/h?rlkey=scstfisibtpzkryw0mt157fyx&st=bxnzuar8&dl=0

If you would prefer to receive a copy of the application pack via email, please contact us on info@hcyc.org.uk and we will be happy to send it directly to you.

More information about our projects can be found on our website www.hcyc.org.uk or www.speakout.org.uk

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,269.00-29,572.00 per year

Expected hours: 9.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Free or subsidised travel
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/11/2025