Job Description

Location:

Newton Abbot & Paignton, Devon

Hours:

Approximately 3 sessions per week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 4:30-7:30 pm, term time) + monthly supervision, twice-monthly team days, outings during summer holidays, one annual residential, and occasional training

Contract:

Part-time, term time only (plus additional hours for outings and residential)

Reports to:

Line Manager

DBS:

Enhanced DBS required (cost covered by Proud2Be)

About Proud2Be

Proud2Be is a grassroots queer-led social enterprise that supports and enables LGBTQIA+ people in Devon (and beyond) to thrive, be free, safe, and proud to be ourselves. We also work with others to acknowledge and help dismantle systemic oppression.

Role Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate

Youth Worker

to join our team. You will help provide LGBTQIA+ young people with meaningful opportunities to build confidence, raise aspirations, amplify their voices, and recognise their worth and value.

This role involves supporting

three evening youth groups per week

during term time, alongside

occasional outings during the summer holidays

and participation in

one residential per year

. You'll also attend supervision, team days, and training as required.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate in designing and delivering engaging personal and social educational programmes that meet the needs of LGBTQIA+ young people. Proactively contribute creative ideas and embrace new approaches within a supportive, dynamic team. Uphold a strong commitment to the freedom, rights, and inclusion of all LGBTQIA+ individuals, especially those facing multiple and intersecting forms of discrimination (e.g., trans and/or non-binary people, disabled people, travellers, asylum seekers and refugees, sex workers, and people of colour).

Core Duties

Support LGBTQIA+ youth in their personal, social, and educational development through inclusive and empowering activities. Provide peer and one-to-one support as needed (including some evenings and occasional weekends). Help design and deliver a fun, engaging curriculum that inspires and motivates young people. Recognise and celebrate the achievements and successes of young people. Participate in

occasional outings during the summer holidays

and in

one annual residential trip

. Complete administrative, financial, and reporting tasks accurately and on time. Work collaboratively with colleagues, taking initiative and sharing ideas. Ensure a safe and inclusive environment by following Proud2Be's health, safety, and safeguarding policies. Attend regular supervision sessions, appraisals, team meetings, and training opportunities. Promote youth services through school assemblies and facilitate LGBTQIA+ workshops during PSHE/enrichment days. Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of the organisation and the communities we serve.

Essential Information

Hours:

3 evening sessions per week (4:30-7:30pm, term time)

Supervision:

One session per month with the line manager

Team Days:

Twice a month

Additional Commitment:

Outings during summer holidays and one annual residential

Training:

As required by line manager

Locations:

Newton Abbot and Paignton

DBS:

Enhanced DBS required (paid for by Proud2Be)

How to Apply

If you're passionate about working with young LGBTQIA+ people and want to help create a world where everyone can thrive and be proud to be themselves, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply, please visit:

www.proud2be.org.uk/get-involved/join-the-proud2be-team

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 11,175.00 per year

Expected hours: 16.25 per week

Work Location: In person