Youth Worker -Young Peoples Sensory Service - 2 posts (£25,799 - £28,123 pro rata) Full time based in Aberdeen (36.25 hrs per week) Part time based in Elgin (25 hours per week)

Our highly successful Young People’s Sensory Service (YPSS), delivers fun activities for children and young people who have sensory loss, helping them build confidence, independence and ambition.

You’ll need:

A professional qualification or Recognised Prior Learning, equivalent to SCQF level 6, in a relevant field.

At least two years’ relevant professional experience working with young people.

Availability to work throughout the school holidays.

Clean driving license and access to a car

“You get to see children and young people that generally struggle with their self-esteem and confidence, blossoming with our support and the positive environment.”

- Diana, YPSS Co-ordinator.

CVs are not accepted. Applicants should complete all relevant forms

YPSS is partly funded by BBC Children in Need and The National Lottery’s Young Start programme.

All posts at NESS require membership of the PVG scheme and a disclosure check.

Informal enquiries about this vacancy can be made to Adam Hillhouse, on the number below.

Closing date: 8th March 2024 at noon

Interviews expected w/c 18th March 2024

Application forms may be downloaded via the links below or are available from: North East Sensory Services, 21 John Street Aberdeen AB25 1BT.

Tel: 0345 27 12345