Job Description

Senior / Lead Youth Worker25 hours per week | Core hours: 4pm-8pm

Young People Count is a youth space at the heart of the community -- energetic, warm, real, and shaped by what young people actually respond to. It's a place where teenagers come to breathe, create, talk, laugh, and just be.

We're now recruiting a

Senior / Lead Youth Worker

to help steer the day-to-day running of the space and keep things feeling safe, lively, and youth led.

This isn't a clipboard-and-quiet-corner job. It's relational, hands-on, and rooted in giving young people the space and respect they need. You'll be part of a small, supportive team, an adult who listens, who joins in, and who helps hold the room when things get busy.

What you'll be doing

? Leading the day-to-day running of YPC's youth sessions -- evenings, activities, drop-ins, and the joyful unpredictability that comes with them.

? Sharing responsibility for safeguarding, DBS processes, health & safety, and keeping the space safe and welcoming.

? Creating content, events and updating our website and social media platforms that maintain engagement.

? Completing general admin tasks, risk assessments, and keeping records up to date and in line with GDPR.

? Supporting staff and volunteers so everyone feels confident and able to play their part.

? Building warm, non-judgemental relationships with young people aged 11-18, including those who don't always click with other services.

? Creating and delivering sessions that genuinely connect -- crafts, music, wellbeing, games, group chats, creative projects.

? Being proactive and practical: helping shape the programme, spotting opportunities, and keeping things flowing.

? Representing YPC at occasional meetings and maintaining positive links with schools, families, and local partners.

What we're looking for

? Someone with experience working directly with young people, strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.

? An excellent communicator who is youth-positive, respectful, and ready to listen.

? Someone who understands why youth spaces matter and wants to help make ours the best it can be.

? A steady, reliable presence who can bring good energy and stay grounded.

? Someone organised, practical, and comfortable taking initiative -- but also happy being part of a team and asking for support when needed.

? Creative, open, and genuinely passionate about youth work, who can confidently cultivate relationships with our community.

Hours & Pay

?

25 hours per week

?

FTE salary 26,325-28,275 per year

(actual salary pro rata)

? Core hours:

4pm-8pm

(with some flexibility depending on programme needs)

? Pay dependent on experience

If you're someone who shows up, gets stuck in, and puts young people at the centre -- we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 26,325.00-28,275.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week

Application question(s):

Please list 2-3 times or dates of availability for a video interview
Work Location: In person