Job Description

APPLICATION FORMS ONLY - DOWNLOAD A FORM AND APPLY AT: https://cancercare.org.uk/careers

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Youth Group Leader to join our team at CancerCare. This role supports children and young people affected by cancer, bereavement, and sudden or traumatic loss. You will help deliver a peer-led support model built on five years of action research, fostering emotional resilience, social skills, and confidence among the young people we serve.

Young voices are central to this service--you will empower them to shape our programmes, support each other, and develop their leadership in peer support settings.

About You

You bring a strong background in youth engagement and a genuine commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive spaces for vulnerable children and young people. You are confident managing both projects and people, with particular experience in emotional wellbeing and group work. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential, as travel between sites is required.

Working Pattern

Two 2-hour peer support sessions weekly (ages 12-17) - Re-Fresh Groups in Lancaster*
One 1-hour weekly session for children (ages 4-12) - Lancaster or Morecambe*
Remaining hours used for planning, administration, and session follow-up

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver inclusive group activities (e.g. arts, games, sports, baking, wellbeing) for ages 4-17 Facilitate group and one-to-one discussions around wellbeing and emotional support Lead peer support groups and youth panels, empowering young people to shape service delivery Build relationships with local organisations for signposting and collaborative opportunities Monitor attendance and engagement, capturing outcomes using our internal database Ensure safeguarding protocols are followed and risk assessments are conducted for all activities Collect feedback from young people and families to help evaluate and improve services Support wider outreach through community events and school engagement in partnership with our Engagement & Development Team Contribute to the strategic development of CancerCare's youth services

Meetings & Additional Duties

Attend regular staff meetings and training sessions Participate in monthly supervision with the Head of Development & Engagement Carry out other duties as required by the Executive Leadership Team

Person Specification

Essential:

Proven experience working with children and young people, including mentoring or group facilitation Ability to build rapport and motivate diverse young people Understanding of the challenges faced by CYP today Team player with initiative and a passion for inclusive practice Skilled in creating safe, supportive, and engaging environments Commitment to personal development Flexible availability (evenings, weekends, school holidays)

Desirable:

Experience in the voluntary or third sector First Aid certification Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Why Join CancerCare?

Make a tangible difference in young people's lives Join a compassionate and collaborative team Access to ongoing training and development opportunities

How to apply

Please

download an application form

at https://cancercare.org.uk/careers and return it to hr@cancercare.org.uk

Closing date 1 June 2025.

This appointment is subject to a satisfactory DBS clearance and suitable references being received

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 10,924.00 per year

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Holidays Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/06/2025
Reference ID: Youth Group Leader