General Youth Worker, Stronsay Youth Club

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EDUCATION, LEISURE AND HOUSING
Community Learning and Development
Stronsay Youth Club

General Youth Worker

2 hours per week (20 weeks per year)
Temporary up to 31 March 2025
£26,666 - £27,232 pro rata / £14.61 - £14.92 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

An opportunity has arisen within the above youth club for energetic and enthusiastic individuals interested in working with young people in an informal setting.

If you are keen to get involved in youth work or wish to further develop your current experience in supporting and working with young people, we would be delighted to hear from you. A comprehensive training programme and an excellent rate of pay are available to successful applicants.

The role of the General Youth Worker is to provide support to the Senior Worker in developing a varied weekly programme of activities and projects, in consultation with club members and volunteers. In addition, the appointed person will be expected to attend planning meetings and Youth Worker training out with club sessions.

You should have experience and an understanding of working with children and young people in an informal setting.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Richard Smith, Community Learning and Development Officer on 01856 873535 ext. 2424 or by e-mail richard.smith@orkney.gov.uk. 

Closing Date: Sunday 13 October 2024

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.