Youth Development Worker (part time) Belfast, Northern Ireland
Job description
Springboard has been operating over 30+ years creating and delivering innovative programmes that support the development of young people. We currently have an exciting opportunity, in our Belfast office for a part-time Youth Development Worker.
Please note your CV should respond to the requirements of the job specification.
We can offer you:
- A competitive salary of £28371 per year pro rata
- 25 days leave per year plus 12 days statutory leave pro rata
- 3% contributory pension
- Travel mileage
- Laptop & mobile phone provision (if appropriate)
- Wellbeing & development days
- Support, supervision, CPD & non-managerial support
- Half day release for approved training
- Team meetings for shared learning & practice & volunteer days
Over the past 30+ years, Springboard has remained focused on supporting young people and communities from areas facing disadvantage.
We are now looking for a Youth Development Worker (part time) who will support 16-24 year olds on their personal, good relations and employability journey. Applying a youth development approach throughout the programme will be key.
At Springboard people are at the heart of all we do. We measure our worth through the positive experiences of our participants. Our staff are committed and passionate in supporting change that lasts for the participant and community. As a Youth Development Worker you will join our team and be part of making a difference to the lives of our participants.
Key criteria for the successful candidate include:
- Has or currently studying 3rdlevel qualification in Youthwork / in a related field plus minimum 3 years’ experience of working with young people. OR Minimum Level 3 qualification plus 5 years’ experience working with young people.
- Two years’ experience of facilitating non-formal learning and delivering accredited qualifications.
- Experience of recruitment and engagement of young people onto programmes.
- Experience of facilitation in good relations / personal and social education / citizenship development, employability workshops/programmes.
- Experience of individual needs assessment, mentoring, recording and reporting on work.
Full details can be found in the Information Pack available on our website www.springboard-opps.org.
CV and Monitoring form to be emailed to [email protected]
Please note your CV should respond to the requirements of the job specification.
Closing date and time for application is 12.00pm on Monday 18th September 2023
Interviews week commencing 25th September 2023.
Springboard is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes all applications regardless of sex, religion, age, disability or political opinion.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: £28,371.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 18/09/2023
Reference ID: YDWPT0923
