Youth Engagement Officer
Heritage & Culture
Fixed term contract initially to 31 March 2027, with the option to extend for a further year subject to Arts Council England funding
Hours 22.5 hours per week
Salary NS7 £28,598 to £30,024 per annum, pro rata
Pay Award from 1 April 2026 still under negotiation
We’re looking for a passionate and creative Youth Engagement Officer to connect with young people (aged 11–25) across the district and bring their ideas to life through inspiring cultural and creative opportunities.
As part of our Open Doors team, you’ll lead the development of inspiring programmes and activities across the district. Working with our Creative Influencers youth panel, you’ll co‑create events, projects and experiences that reflect what young people want—ensuring their voices influence real decision making.
You’ll be an engaging and empathetic communicator with experience working with young people, able to build trust quickly and inspire participation, particularly among under represented groups. You’ll bring strong organisational skills, a creative mindset, and the confidence to design and deliver impactful activities that support young people’s development and aspirations.
Open Doors is part of Heritage and Culture services at Newark and Sherwood District Council and is a National Portfolio Organisation funded by Arts Council England.
We offer:
* Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.
* Flexi scheme.
* Hybrid working.
* A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.
* Family‑friendly benefits.
* One day’s paid volunteering leave per year.
* Lifestyle benefits platform.
* Funded health cash plan.
* Free car parking to 31 March 2028
* £10 a month gym membership at one of our gyms in the district.
As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward‑thinking and diverse workforce.
Veterans/family of forces/ex‑forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms.
We will not accept CVs from unsolicited recruitment agencies.
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