Our client, a community development charity based in East London, is seeking a Youth Development Worker to join their team. Working within the Young Peoples Services team, you will mentor and support young people both in schools and within their local communities. The role focuses on supporting those at risk of school exclusion, experiencing mental health challenges, or affected by Serious Youth Violence, through one-to-one mentoring, after-school provision, positive activities, and holiday programmes.
Key responsibilities include:
* Engaging young people in structured mentoring relationships, supporting them to make informed and safe choices.
* Encouraging sustained engagement in education, with a focus on improving attendance, behaviour, and attainment.
* Leading and delivering workshops, enrichment activities, and residential programmes that empower young people and support their personal development, enabling them to transition from service beneficiaries to active contributors and peer leaders.
* Working collaboratively with parents, schools, and external professionals to build a strong, joined-up support network around each young person.
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