Job Description

Work base: Coed Pella/Hybrid

Conwy Youth Service is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual who is dedicated to enhancing opportunities for young people aged 11 to 25 years.


We are looking for a professional Youth Worker to help develop and deliver the following key initiatives:


Promoting the Welsh language and culture in community and school settings. Delivering programs focused on digital safety in both community and school environments. Implementing effective marketing strategies to widely promote our services and celebrate the Welsh language.
The successful candidate will collaborate with our dedicated and welcoming team to enhance our issue-based topic offerings, focusing on providing young people with fun and interactive informal learning opportunities. All activities will align with the Youth Work Strategy for Wales and the Five Pillars of Youth Work.





This position will offer the opportunity to work closely with various internal and external departments within Conwy County Borough Council, as well as the school sector and voluntary organisations, to meet the needs of young people in the region. The successful candidate will be required to work throughout Conwy County and will be part of a passionate team already delivering countywide initiatives.


This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.

Manager details for informal discussion:

Rachel Simmonds, Youth Engagement and Belonging Service Manager (Rachel.simmonds@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 577880)

Welsh Language Skills:

The ability to communicate in Welsh is essential for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.


Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.


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Learn more about our recruitment process by visiting our Recruitment Process Page


We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.


We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.


We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).


We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.


Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.